Guest Blog: White Space Broadband Deployment Must be on the FCC Agenda
By Ross Marchand Consumers benefit when internet service providers (ISPs) compete for subscribers. For example, competition has produced innovative options such as zero rating (free data) plans that can be used [...]
The European Commission’s New Standard Essential Patents – Top Three Takeaways
On November 29, 2017, the European Commission (EC) issued a highly-anticipated Communication on the licensing practices for standard essential patents (SEPs). The EC issued the Communication to provide a “balanced, smooth [...]
Smart Cities: Connecting Your Community Through Technology
Imagine a thriving metropolis that provides its residents with shorter commutes, multi-modal transportation, and the ability to park “smarter.” What if this urban oasis also optimized its resource consumption through [...]
Where We Stand: Net Neutrality
Americans across the country are watching the contentious debate on net neutrality. Today, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to repeal their 2015 Title II Order. This issue will impact [...]
Republic of Korea’s Highest Court Upholds Landmark KFTC Corrective Order in Support of FRAND
Last month, the Supreme Court of Korea, the Republic of Korea's highest court, issued an important ruling that will have a wide impact on standard essential patents (SEPs) and fair, [...]
The Past, Present, and Future of Spectrum Policy: What Stifles Innovation Along the Way?
Image Credit: NASA The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is at the center of a hearty discussion about ways to leverage electromagnetic spectrum to bridge America’s digital divide. Today, [...]