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📣The State Broadband Office has launched the BEAD Challenge process. The time has come to ensure that all broadband serviceable locations are accounted for before Arizona allocates its $993M of BEAD funding. The challenge process is a pivotal step towards achieving universal connectivity in Arizona, allowing stakeholders to challenge the accuracy of BSL locations. Confirmation of locations that currently lack access to high-speed internet is essential for funding to be used to connect these areas. However, their success hinges on robust participation from eligible challengers within the state. This includes not only internet service providers but also local units of government, Tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations. The process provides an opportunity to correct inaccuracies in the BEAD eligible locations, ensuring it reflects the most up-to-date broadband access across the state. The updated map will determine which locations are eligible for funding through the BEAD program. The State Broadband Office is hosting trainings, webinars, and office hours. All essential documents for the Challenge Process, including unserved and underserved BSL data, BEAD-eligible Community Anchor Institute data, the Challenge Process User Guide, and the Challenge Process Navigator guide, are posted on the website. Learn how to participate by following the link provided below. 📣

How can communities take control of their digital future? Hear from Gigi Sohn on topics including broadband accessibility, community involvement, and overcoming challenges in the pursuit of affordable, robust broadband access for all ⬇️🛜 https://lnkd.in/dfiRSb4h

Interesting read on how Louisiana solved the BEAD puzzle by ISP cooperation behind the scenes. “While 20 internet service providers received awards, and several more participated, most of the money and locations went to the Louisiana Local Fiber Consortium, which is a group of three organizations. Swyft Fiber and REV, two Louisiana-headquartered broadband companies, teamed up with national provider T-Mobile to make up the consortium.”

I disagree with some of the current discussions surrounding personal ASNs and would like to present a counterargument. First, the perception that personal ASNs are "run by children" is simply incorrect. We need to recognize that not every institutional ASN manages massive networks or large IP blocks like /16. The real issue here isn’t personal ASNs themselves but rather the malicious individuals or companies that misuse them. The responsibility for the mistakes of personal or institutional networks lies with the network operator above them! Furthermore, I don't agree with the claim that personal ASNs hinder IPv6 deployment. On the contrary, they help promote broader adoption of IPv6. While DN42 may be seen as a playground for experimentation, people don’t obtain ASNs in the real world just for fun. Managing an ASN comes with significant responsibilities for network management and operations. Therefore, I believe that personal ASNs should be distinguished from bad actors, and these resources play a crucial role in shaping the future of the internet. RIPE NCC #OpenHouse #PersonelASNs #ASN

* Approved: NCTCOG Broadband as a Transportation Mode Program * A momentous step toward Digital Equity for North Texas occurred yesterday. Our Regional Transportation Council (RTC) for North Texas has claimed equal access to the internet as a transportation mode and encourages various activities to achieve that goal. Just as we connect residents to life activities in the physical space, so to do we achieve this in the virtual space. Access to high-speed internet to meet with doctors, go to school and participate in the workforce is no different than hopping in your car and physically traveling to these resources. To get us started, the RTC approved our staff to tackle underlying issues associated with broadband data in our region and regional coordination of the public implementation of infrastructure and digital navigation programs. Please see the following links below. On each link, the broadband item is number 7. The information item precedes the action item with a detailed explanation of public sector broadband involvement, followed by a rich discussion between RTC members. The action item outlines our steps to achieve regional resilience through Four Proposed Elements of broadband needs. Approved Action: https://lnkd.in/dY4zaBnF Information Item: https://lnkd.in/dPgKCdtA

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Are you facing challenges navigating the BEAD process? Perhaps you're dealing with regulatory concerns in the ever-evolving broadband landscape? Look no further! Essentia's Broadband Consulting expertise is here to guide you.

Need help connecting a new resident to the internet? The Xfinity Communities Digital Handbook is your property staff's go-to guide to help residents access their Xfinity services. Learn more about your community's Xfinity offerings with our digital handbook: https://bit.ly/3z2sIu8

ARIN 53 is just around the corner, but there's still time to make plans to attend and no need to travel. It's free and held as both a virtual and in-person event for maximum participation by the ARIN community. Register now to join us from home—it's virtually like being there! ℹ️ arin.net/arin53 #ARIN53 #InternetGovernance #InternetPolicy #PolicyDevelopment #PublicPolicy #InternetNumbers #IPaddresses #IPv6 #IPv4 #RPKI #RoutingSecurity #NetworkOperators #NetworkArchitecture