FCC drops gigabit broadband target, cites fairness to slower tech
The FCC has eliminated the long-term gigabit speed benchmark set in 2024, arguing that it is not technologically neutral and that current broadband deployment is adequate. The decision was finalized in the agency's latest Section 706 report. Cable and wireless industry groups supported the move.
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The FCC's August 14 order, issued under Chairman Brendan Carr, rescinds the 1Gbps download and 500Mbps upload target that accompanied the 2024 benchmark of 100Mbps down and 20Mbps up. The agency argues Section 706 makes no
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