The FCC Did NOT Make The Internet A Public Utility
Today the Federal Communications Commission voted 3–2 to approve of Title II-backed net neutrality regulations. Read the whole story at Medium
Tag: Net Neutrality
Net Neutrality Nonprofit Wins Reddit’s Top Charity Vote
Proponents of net neutrality are marking Thursday’s historic ruling by doing what they do best –- further protecting the rights of Internet users. In layman’s terms, the Federal Communications Commission’s…
‘Old guard’ civil rights groups blew it on net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission got it right on “net neutrality.” So did President Obama, who took a bold stand in favor of keeping the Internet free. So did leaders such…
Dutch Offer Preview of Net Neutrality
THE HAGUE — When Bruno Leenders takes the 50-minute train ride to Amsterdam, he likes to stream blues and funk music through his smartphone. At home, Mr. Leenders, a Dutch…
What The FCC’s Net Neutrality Ruling Means For You
In a landmark move Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission approved new rules supporting net neutrality. The regulations aim to ban Internet service providers (ISPs) from giving preferential treatment to companies…
In Net Neutrality Victory, F.C.C. Classifies Broadband Internet Service as a Public Utility
WASHINGTON — The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to regulate broadband Internet service as a public utility, a milestone in regulating high-speed Internet service into American homes. The new rules,…
Net Neutrality Prevails In Historic FCC Vote
WASHINGTON — The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to approve strong net neutrality rules in a stunning decision that defies vocal, months-long opposition by telecom and cable companies and Republicans…
Comcast: Get ready for years of lawsuits over net neutrality.
A similar legal fight is why we’re in this mess now. The last time the FCC tried to protect “Open Internet” rules, Verizon sued and the agency eventually lost in…
FCC Expected To Approve Net Neutrality Rules
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. regulators are poised to impose the toughest rules yet on Internet service providers, aiming to ensure fair treatment of all web traffic through their networks. The…
Netflix hails net neutrality vote as ‘win’ for consumers
“Don’t let Comcast win,” the tweet said, ending with a link to an advocacy web site, Battleforthenet.com. Broadband providers like Comcast (CCV) have been among the staunchest opponents of the…
Limited High-Speed Internet Choices Underlie Net Neutrality Rules
The case for strong government rules to protect an open Internet rests in large part on a perceived market failure — the lack of competition for high-speed Internet service into…
What does net neutrality mean for you?
Still, it’s worth a quick recap over the two vastly different versions of this debate. The pro-FCC regulation side demands strong net neutrality rules. AOL (AOL, Tech30), Facebook (FB, Tech30),…
What does net neutrality mean for you?
Still, it’s worth a quick recap over the two vastly different versions of this debate. The pro-FCC regulation side demands strong net neutrality rules. AOL (AOL, Tech30), Facebook (FB, Tech30),…
As Republicans Concede, F.C.C. Is Expected To Enforce Net Neutrality – NYTimes.com
www.nytimes.com: WASHINGTON — Last April, a dozen New York-based Internet companies gathered in the Flatiron Building boardroom of the social media website Tumblr to hear dire warnings that broadband providers…
As Republicans Concede, F.C.C. Is Expected to Enforce Net Neutrality
WASHINGTON — Last April, a dozen New York-based Internet companies gathered in the Flatiron Building boardroom of the social media website Tumblr to hear dire warnings that broadband providers were…
Mitt Romney, Rand Paul And A Porno Spoof
This story was originally published by The Center for Public Integrity, which is a nonprofit, nonpartisan investigative news organization in Washington, D.C. Not long ago, former Republican presidential candidate Mitt…
Woman With The Fate Of The Internet In Her Hands Reveals Thoughts On Upcoming Net Neutrality Vote
WASHINGTON — The Federal Communications Commission will vote this week on a net neutrality proposal that could shape the future of a free and open Internet. Commissioner Mignon Clyburn, one…