Rating the legacy of outgoing FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski
FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski said he was stepping down from the role today. Let’s take a look back and see how he did against our hopes for him back in 2009.
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FCC set to release more spectrum to feed our need for Wi-Fi
FCC chairman Julius Genachowski is opening a proceeding to clear 195 MHz of new 5 GHz spectrum for Wi-Fi use. The allocation would be the biggest bonanza of new unlicensed airwaves since 2003 and would help bring about new gigabit wireless technologies.
FCC approves AT&T’s nationwide 4G band plan
The compromise plan turns a worthless hunk of airwaves into prime cellular real estate, while protecting neighboring satellite radio from interference. AT&T now just needs to consolidate the remaining 2.3 GHz licenses out there so it can build its new LTE network.
FCC Chairman: I’m concerned about data caps
The FCC chairman is concerned about data caps, but that may not mean he’s ready to take any action. At an event in Silicon Valley last night the chairman of the regulatory agency said he viewed anything that would depress broadband usage as a concern.
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What’s up with special access: the $12B surcharge on Sprint and T-Mo?
The FCC halted the deregulation of special access charges, prices companies like Sprint and T-Mobile pay to connect their wireless networks to the Internet. Verizon and AT&T own those circuits, and the FCC wants to know if they charge their competitors a fair rate.
The questions Genachowski should be asking about data caps
FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski reiterated his acceptance of broadband data caps and tiered pricing at The Cable Show. That’s fine, but it would be awesome if he started asking questions about how those caps are set and what impact they have on consumer behavior.
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It’s no T-Mo, but AT&T picks up Qualcomm airwaves
The FCC approved Qualcomm’s sale of its 700 MHz spectrum to AT&T. The deal is striking for two reasons; it closes a big chapter in the history of mobile TV and the FCC said it will look at interoperability in LTE bands next year.
Cable association to FCC: AllVid is DOA
Writing on behalf of the NCTA, former FCC Chairman Michael Powell cited the wide array of TV apps popping up on connected TVs, tablets and mobile devices at this year’s Cable Show were proof that the FCC’s suggested AllVid standard will be unnecessary.
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@ CES: Genachowski: Spectrum Crunch Crippling Wireless
The government needs to free up more spectrum to help boost the economy and avoid consumer backlash, warned FCC commissioner Julius Genachow…
Net Neutrality: The Mobile Takeaway
My colleague Joe Mullin has done a thorough read of the key issues in today’s FCC vote on net neutrality. The bulk of decision-making seemed…
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News Corp., Cablevision Reach Deal In ‘Principle’; Fox Service Restored
After two weeks of dead air and hot air, Cablevision (NYSE: CVC) and News Corp (NSDQ: NWS) finally found enough good faith to reach a deal i…
FCC Chairman To Fox & Cablevision: ‘Time For Petty Gamesmanship Is Over’
FCC Chairman Julius Genachowkski may want to lock the top execs of Cablevision (NYSE: CVC) and News Corp (NSDQ: NWS). in a room until they a…
Updated: Deja Vu All Over Again: Cablevision Subs Lose Access To Fox In Retrans Spat
Updated Our old friends push and shove are back. Cablevision (NYSE: CVC) subs who rely on Fox stations in New York, Philadelphia and New Jer…
FCC Chairman: Why We Need More Wireless Spectrum
FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski has come under fire from all sides over his and the FCC’s stance on Net Neutrality. But if there is one bright spot, it has been the recent order to free up under-utilized TV spectrum and use it for broadband.
FCC’s Genachowski: We’re At The ‘Pre-Beginning’ With Third Way
Facing a tough crowd at the Nokia (NYSE: NOK) Theater in LA this morning, FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski tried to convince cablers his week…
FCC’s Genachowski Tries To Carve A ‘Third Way’ For Regulating ISPs
Caught between a previous regime’s decision on how to define broadband and a recent federal court decision that the Federal Communications C…
FCC Will Try ‘Title II Lite’ Approach to Web Regulation
By John Eggerton: FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski will unveil on May 6 the commission’s legal approach to clarifying its authority to regula…
Updated: FCC’s Genachowski Pitches Broadband Plan To Senate In Wake Of Comcast Ruling
Usually I watch Congressional hearings on webcasts, an amazing gift for those of us who reported before live streaming. Today through a fluk…
Video: FCC Chief Answers Questions About the National Broadband Plan
FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski spoke to a YouTube team about the National Broadband Plan and tried to respond to questions from Internet users across the country. The answers to put it politely, were at best nuanced. Watch this video below the fold.
Why the FCC's Plan to Provide Enough Mobile Spectrum Falls Short
FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski today outlined the commission’s plans to create a blueprint for mobile broadband for the next 10 years as part of the National Broadband Plan. But just how effective the FCC can be in freeing up spectrum is far from clear.
Updated: @ CES: FCC’s Genachowski Not Ready To Say Broadcast-Only Viewers Are Irrelevant
Julius Genachowski lives in the now and looks to the if/when. During a pointed Q&A with CEA head Gary Shapiro at CES, the still-new chairman…
Special Event: FCC Chairman to Talk Broadband Policy at GigaOM
On a first glance you might think the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has very little to do with greentech. But the FCC…
GigaOM Special Event: FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski to Talk Broadband Policy Wednesday at 10AM
To help Silicon Valley learn more about the changes taking place to the nation’s broadband, we’re hosting FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski at our offices here in San Francisco on Wednesday, Jan. 6 at 10 a.m. PT for an hour-long GigaOM forum.
Droid Heads to Europe — Picks up Multitouch on the Way
The Motorola (s mot) Droid is set to launch in the U.S. in just a few days, and a GSM version has…
We Can't Lie: A Rapping Tim Draper Can't Redeem CultureLick
[qi:004] Combine net neutrality, a rapping venture capitalist and Shakira’s catchy song “Hips Don’t Lie” into a web video and you’d think…
What to Expect From the New Net Neutrality Rules
[qi:105] Creating a formalized set of rules around net neutrality and applying them to all networks, a process announced today by Federal…
FCC's Net Neutrality Push to Boldly Go Where Congress Has Failed Thrice Before
Julius Genachowski, the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, plans to propose a set of rules to define network neutrality in a…
FCC Committed to Enforcing Net Neutrality
[qi:105] Hey Comcast, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski has two words for you: network neutrality. Actually he has more than two…
The GigaOM Interview: FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski on Mobile, Broadband, iPhone & Innovation
Julius Genachowski, in his new role as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, hopes to revive the telecom and broadband sectors by focusing on “consumers, competition and innovation.” And he wants to “make sure that the FCC’s processes are as participatory as they can possibly be.”
FCC About To Hit Full Strength; Senate Confirms Clyburn, Attwell Baker
President Barack Obama can’t get health care reform passed before the August recess but it looks like he will have one accomplishment: a ful…
FCC Chief Genachowski Knows The ‘Power Of Pragmatism’
Julius Genachowski told the WSJ he learned the “power of pragmatism” from his time in the public and private sectors — along with “a respec…
Industry Moves: New FCC Head Genachowski Appoints Senior Staff
Julius Genachowski started work as the head of the Federal Communications Commission this week and quickly named his key staff. Appointments…
Vid-Biz: FCC, Qik, Totlol
Julius Genachowski Confirmed as FCC Chairman; Senate also confirms Robert McDowell for second term; two spots remain open on the five-member commission.…
It's Official: Julius Genachowski Is FCC Chair
The congratulations are rolling in after the Senate today confirmed Julius Genachowski as the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission. The…
Genachowski One Step Close To FCC Chair
Julius Genachowski is closer to heading the Federal Communications Commission following approval Wednesday by the U.S. Senate Commerce Commi…
Senate Commerce Committee Approves Julius Genachowski
Julius Genachowski is one step closer to becoming the next chairman of the Federal Communications Commission. The Senate Commerce Committee approved Genachowski…
FCC Confirmation Hearings Set for June 16
The Senate Commerce Committee set a hearing yesterday to consider the nomination of Julius Genachowski as the next Federal Communications Commission chairman…
Julius Genachowski Nominated As New FCC Chairman
As expected, President Obama has nominated Julius Genachowski as the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission — a much needed and…
Obama (Finally) Nominates Genachowski To Head FCC
After months of speculation, President Obama announced today that he has nominated Julius Genachowski to lead the Federal Communications Com…
Obama (Finally) Nominates Genachowski To Head FCC
After months of speculation, President Obama announced today that he has nominated Julius Genachowski to lead the Federal Communications Com…
What Genachowski Will Do At The FCC
It’s now common knowledge that Obama’s pick for FCC head Julius Genachowski went to Harvard Law School with him, was an adviser to two FCC c…
What Genachowski Will Do At The FCC
It’s now common knowledge that Obama pick for FCC head Julius Genachowski went to Harvard Law School with him, was an adviser to two FCC cha…
What the New FCC Chairman Must Do
President-elect Obama will reportedly name Julius Genachowski as the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, replacing Kevin Martin. Genachowski will have to work hard to shift the focus away from incumbents telecommunication providers, and to come up with a broadband strategy befitting a country that has long been a technology leader and innovator. Instead of focusing on today’s access technologies of DSL and cable, the new FCC must focus on nurturing future opportunities. We’ve talked to some of our most trusted sources to come up with a detailed technology and broadband task list for the new administration to tackle.
Obama Picks Genachowski To Head FCC
Looks like Kevin Martin will be followed by Obama-Biden tech advisor Julius Genachowski as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission…
New Investment Fund Launched By Ex-AOL/IAC Execs
Yes, we need another investment/advisory fund for digital media…desperately. With every ex-AOLer on the advisory board. Snark aside, a new…
