Microsoft accused the FCC of over-stating actual broadband availability and urged the agency to do better. In the filing, Microsoft said, “For example, in some areas the Commission’s broadband availability data suggests that ISPs have reported significant broadband availability (25 Mbps down/3 Mbps up) while Microsoft’s usage data indicates that only a small percentage of consumers actually access the Internet at broadband speeds in those areas.”
5 Ways To Invest In The 5G Future
Forbes reported that, in order for all connected devices to work harmoniously, 5G infrastructure must be built out. The article also describes 5G as an innovation that will enable many of the "hottest buzzwords," including artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles, smart grid t...
Get to Know: Crown Castle
The Austin Chamber of Commerce published a "Get to Know" piece on Crown Castle, detailing the company’s large presence in Austin. "Crown Castle joined the Austin Chamber because it successfully brings together an engaged business community who share the same goal - to drive ...
Small cell contracts approved in Aspen
Last Tuesday, Aspen City Council approved a pair of small cell contracts stating that Crown Castle will act as the "neutral host developer" throughout the municipality. The agreement grants authorization for Crown Castle to use city property, in and out of the right of way, for th...
As cities battle feds over 5G rollout, tech leaders worry Seattle will lag behind in new wireless race
Geekwire reported on the concern that Seattle will fall behind in the race to 5G due to competing stakeholders and additional complex factors. However, the article positively mentions that the city is working to streamline its process for approving small cell installations, notabl...
Crown Castle Looks to the Future After 25 Years in Business
Cheddar posted a segment on Jay Brown’s interview with NYSE Executive Vice Chairman Betty Liu, where the two discussed Crown Castle’s progress over the past 25 years and the future of 5G technology. "We think from 5G, there will be more than five million jobs created&h...
5G wireless is coming — and the battle has already begun over where to allow the antennas in Maryland
The Baltimore Sun reported on local government battles with telecom companies over the placement of small cell technology throughout cities. The article mentions that Crown Castle, which has installed small cell facilities on behalf of wireless carriers in Baltimore, says they wan...