National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)

This holiday season, millions of Americans will connect with loved ones online - sharing moments, sending greetings, and staying close from afar. At NTIA, we're working to ensure everyone has affordable, reliable high speed Internet access to make these connections possible. Our mission is to build a better-connected world. Visit ntia.gov to learn how we're making digital connection possible for all communities and how you can participate in shaping America's digital future. 

On July 30, 2024, NTIA published guidance to help Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program stakeholders meet the Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements, ensuring accountability and promoting U.S.-based manufacturing. A central component of this effort is the BABA Self-Certification List, which allows manufacturers to voluntarily ‘certify’ their equipment meets domestic production standards.     This self-certification process requires transparency and fair competition, while helping stakeholders source broadband equipment that aligns with federal requirements.     In a recent update to the BABA map, 18 additional companies joined the certification list, bringing the total to 45 self-certified manufacturers. These companies, ranging from small family-owned businesses to multinational corporations—are producing broadband equipment that will play a key role in connecting Americans to high-speed internet.     NTIA will continue updating the list as more manufacturers participate. By prioritizing domestic production, the BEAD Program supports the Biden-Harris Administration's goals of expanding broadband access, creating jobs, and strengthening American manufacturing. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gMysvbca

We invite you to watch "The People Behind the Programs: Names & Faces of NTIA" – a special showcase highlighting the dedicated individuals working to ensure every American has access to affordable, reliable, and high-speed Internet. Behind every milestone in our #InternetForAll initiative are passionate people committed to bridging the digital divide and strengthening communities across the nation. Thank you to everyone who has engaged with our posts throughout this past week. Your interest and support in our mission have been remarkable. The full video offers an inside look at the faces and stories that make NTIA's mission possible. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/ekCkrtgX #ThisisNTIA #InternetforAll #NamesandFacesofNTIA #TheDigitalDivide 

Multilingualism on the Internet is fundamental to digital inclusion and enables meaningful connectivity. Since the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) is the preeminent venue for bringing together stakeholders to discuss Internet-related public policy issues, NTIA co-organized a hybrid session on achieving a multilingual Internet at this year's IGF in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We collaborated with the governments of Egypt, India, and the United Kingdom on this important initiative. The workshop, "Challenges & Opportunities for a Multilingual Internet," featured case studies from our co-organizers and generated robust discussion among stakeholders in the Internet governance community. A key insight emerged: while the multistakeholder community has developed technical solutions for multilingualism, governments must play a crucial role in promoting their wider deployment. Through collaborative efforts from all stakeholders, improved multilingualism on the Internet will provide a gateway for the next billion Internet users. A recording of the workshop is available here: https://lnkd.in/eY6wzYXC

Chapter IV: The Finale: The Legacy of Internet for All We’re connecting households. We’re connecting businesses. We’re connecting communities. And this is just the beginning. Join us in making #InternetForAll a reality. Follow America’s journey to providing affordable, reliable, high-speed Internet for all at https://lnkd.in/efwP-twD and watch the full video https://lnkd.in/ekCkrtgX to learn more. #ThisisNTIA #InternetforAll #NamesandFacesofNTIA #TheDigitalDivide 

We’re excited to share two major updates from the Wireless Innovation Fund! Last week, we announced $273M in awards for seven innovative projects aimed at bringing open radio units to market, reducing costs, and strengthening supply chain resilience. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/grtHjJJb    This week, we announced the third funding opportunity, making available $450M for software-focused Open RAN innovation. This funding will drive the adoption of open, interoperable wireless networks by unlocking new revenue streams for industries like utilities and manufacturing and reducing multi-vendor integration costs through automation. These awards are helping to shape the future of connectivity. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eYPMPxwx

Chapter III: The Everyday of IFA We’re working with states and territories nationwide—from American Samoa to Maine—to make Internet for All a reality. Follow America’s journey to providing affordable, reliable, high-speed Internet for all at https://lnkd.in/efwP-twD and watch the full video https://lnkd.in/ekCkrtgX to learn more. #ThisisNTIA #InternetforAll #NamesandFacesofNTIA #TheDigitalDivide 

Chapter II: Internet for All: Built by the People Advocates, industry experts, community leaders, and others nationwide came together to connect tech policies to people. Follow America’s journey to providing affordable, reliable high-speed Internet for all at https://lnkd.in/efwP-twD and watch the full video https://lnkd.in/ekCkrtgX to learn more. #ThisisNTIA #InternetforAll #NamesandFacesofNTIA #TheDigitalDivide 

NTIA is requesting public input on conducting ethical research using data from social media platforms, AI systems, and other online sources.    With a longstanding commitment to promoting privacy and supporting digital research, NTIA has worked on critical issues like kids' online health and safety, AI accountability, and openness in AI models.    In partnership with other U.S. agencies, we are considering the need for ethical guidelines for researchers working with pervasive data—information about individuals collected from online services. This effort spans diverse fields and expertise, and we encourage interested parties to share their perspectives by submitting comments.    Key Details:  Comment Deadline: January 15, 2025  Public Listening Session: December 17, 3:30–5:00 PM EST    Resources:  Request for Comments: https://lnkd.in/gk_eeXDK Comment Submission Site: https://lnkd.in/gaxgNtEQ Listening Session Information: https://lnkd.in/gTzcbVYB 

Chapter I: Bridging the Digital Divide Our generation’s big infrastructure project will deliver Internet service to everyone in America. Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/ekCkrtgX to learn more.    Discover more at https://lnkd.in/efwP-twD.     #ThisisNTIA #InternetforAll #NamesandFacesofNTIA #TheDigitalDivide