A recent study by CTIA highlights the importance of 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) in narrowing the digital divide. The technology is capable of bringing high speed internet to 8.4 million households in need.
Careful Fund Allocation Will Bridge Digital Divide
Achieving universal broadband by equipping every American with the transformative power of digital tools, social networks and online platforms would be a milestone accomplishment, but simply appropriating funding does not guarantee success
IIA Brings Together Social Justice Leaders
Participants in the “Connected Roundtable” reached consensus on three cornerstones of a solution to help low-income families cover internet costs beyond the pandemic
VIDEO: Deleting the Broadband Affordability Divide
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Creation of Innovation: New Tech Speeds Deployment of High-Speed Internet
A new robot developed by Facebook Connectivity traverses and installs fiber-optic cable atop telephone wire at a much quicker pace than traditional installation methods, slashing time and costs associated with connecting underserved communities.
Creation of Innovation: New Technology Uses AI To Translate Thoughts Into Text
The research collaboration BrainGate has developed a brain-computer interface using artificial intelligence that interprets neural activity generated during handwriting and translates that data to text.
Research Peek of the Week: Affordability is the Primary Barrier to Closing the Digital Divide
A new report by EducationSuperHighway shows that nearly two-thirds of unconnected households have access to broadband, but cannot afford to connect.
IIA Statement on Passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
IIA applauds the bill’s inclusion of funds to close the digital divide, so the benefits of broadband can reach all Americans as quickly as possible.
Creation of Innovation: Competition Aims to Advance Autonomous Vehicle Technology
Students from around the world recently took part in the Indy Autonomous Challenge, where teams used roughly 40,000 lines of programmed code to navigate a track at speeds of up to 150 mph without a driver.
Research Peek of the Week: Most Americans Think Social Media is Harmful, Split on Government Regulation
A recent Quinnipiac poll shows over two thirds of Americans view social media companies like Facebook and Twitter as doing more harm than good, but only half think the government should play a role in regulating these companies.
Creation of Innovation: A Two Wheeled, Jumping Robot
Ascento is a new two-wheeled robot built to navigate complex indoor environments.
Research Peek of the Week: Young Adults More Likely to Access the Internet Through Cell Phones
The 2020 Telecom Market Report by Claritas identifies audience characteristics and trends in the telecom industry.
IIA Statement on Nominations of Jessica Rosenworcel as FCC Chairwoman and Gigi Sohn as FCC Commissioner
The Internet Innovation Alliance (IIA) warmly congratulates Jessica Rosenworcel on her nomination as Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission, and welcomes and congratulates Gigi Sohn for being named the newest FCC Commissioner.
Creation of Innovation: Researchers Develop Bandage That Can Wirelessly Assess Wounds
The world’s first smart bandage can wirelessly detect and diagnosis chronic wounds.
Research Peek of the Week: Cyberattacks Increasing in Volume, Impact
In a new report from Microsoft, cyberattacks are happening more often and cybersecurity is more important than ever.