Qualcomm May Slow Verizons LTE Plans Nov 7, 2009
The Broadband Access Connect plan should hit the Droid in early 2010. About four years ago, I used a phone as a wireless broadband modem all day long. It worked perfectly well over USB or over Bluetooth. (Salon)
P1 to set aside up to RM300mil for capex Nov 7, 2009
WiMAX Forum is an industry-led organisation formed to certify and promote broadband wireless products based on WiMAX. He said P1s appointment to the WiMAX Forum board meant that for the first time, Malaysia could play a critical role in shaping the future of fourth-generation wireless broadband. . (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Lityans quick turn after Lembaga Tabung Haji steps in Nov 7, 2009
AmResearch says that Lityan has tendered for projects worth a total RM4bil, with the bulk of it originating from projects under Telekom Malaysia Bhds (TM) HSBB (high speed broadband) project rollout. Specifically, Lityan is eyeing packages of projects involving contracts for the provision of Internet protocol television-related infrastructure worth RM80mil. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Mediacom Communications Reports Results for Third Quarter 2009 Nov 7, 2009
Mediacom Communications offers a wide array of broadband products and services, including traditional video services, digital television, video-on-demand, DVRs, HDTV, high-speed data access and phone service. More information about Mediacom Communications can be accessed on the Internet at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Former Ten boss in plumbing war over celebrity clients Nov 7, 2009
The former ABC radio broadcaster later set up pay-TV operator Australis, which was bought by Foxtel, as well as broadband operator Unwired, from which he severed ties in 2007. Mr Cosser used to be a regular customer of Pimlico. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Motorola reaches $20M deal over patent dispute Nov 7, 2009
Motorola, Inc. (Motorola) is engaged in providing technologies, products and services for mobile; Gregory BrownCo-Chief Executive Officer, Chief Executive Officer - Broadband Mobility Solutions, Director Sanjay JhaCo-Chief Executive Officer, Chief Executive Officer - Mobile Devices, Director From The Lists Your resource for everything related to business in Chicago. 7. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Giga-tronics and Team Achieves Milestones in F-15E Radar Modernization Program Nov 7, 2009
Giga-tronics is a leading engineering and design manufacturer of best-in-class RF and microwave signal generators, power amplifiers, power meters, and USB power sensors and broadband switching matrices. Research and Development production and calibration managers, scientists, engineers and technicians around the world use Giga-tronics test equipment and realize higher productivity and greater ease of use in many applications: ATE systems, aerospace and defense telecommunications and general... (Primezone Releases)
Another 14 Charged in Insider Trading Investigation Nov 7, 2009
Prosecutors also alleged that Hariri, who was vice president of Atheros' broadband carrier networking business, provided inside tips to a cooperating witness about the company's plans to revise its earnings guidance downward in December 2008. The cooperating witness isn't named, but is described as a California hedge fund manager. (SmartMoney)
'Only a matter of time before terrorists use weapons of mass destruction' Nov 7, 2009
99 for new Essential Broadband customers. Find out more. (Yahoo News -- Biological and Chemical Weapons)
ABC's future shock: today Dubbo, tomorrow the world Nov 6, 2009
The ABC received a $167 million boost in triennial funding in this year's budget, and Scott's enthusiasm for all things digital dovetails very nicely indeed with the PM's plans for a national broadband network and, more broadly, for a technologically advanced Australia. Now, Scott is appealing to Rudd's vanity, his desire to be seen as a player on the world stage. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
ASTRO Nets CASBAA Chairman's Award Nov 6, 2009
The Cable lite Broadcasting Association of Asia (CASBAA) is an industry-based advocacy group dedicated to the promotion of multi-channel TV via cable, satellite, broadband and wireless video networks across the Asia-Pacific. CASBAA represents some 130 member organisations in the pay-TV business, which in turn serve more than three billion people. (JCN Network, Japan)
EU agrees on new Internet user rights Nov 6, 2009
They include setting up a new EU-wide telecoms authority charged with ensuring fair competition, bolstering consumers' rights to switch mobile or landline telephone operators within one working day, and expanding digital networks to provide faster broadband Internet service for users in rural areas. EU lawmakers had been at odds with governments, notably France, over how to tackle the increase in illegal downloading. (MSNBC -- International)
Some assembly required Nov 6, 2009
At the other end of the scale I'm less than impressed with the sparse documentation that comes with , a little Samsung netbook that comes with built-in access to Optus' mobile broadband network. There's just enough information to get you up and running, but nothing to explain how to know whether you're using wifi or the expensive 3G mobile broadband network. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Raiding your inbox Nov 6, 2009
The U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals should rein in the feds and strike down the provisions of the law that are out of sync with the technological realities of the broadband era -- and the privacy expectations of Americans. RELATED ARTICLES. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Whose Internet is it, anyway? Nov 6, 2009
A handful of cable TV and phone companies control the lion's share of US broadband Internet access. Many consumers have no choice among broadband providers. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Back-to-school tips to keep your family safe online Nov 6, 2009
A firewall is crucial if you have a broadband or DSL connection that leaves your computer connected to the Internet 24 hours a day. Hall monitors needed: be aware of all online activities. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
NBCU's Cotton: Spectrum Discussions Will Have To Take Place Nov 6, 2009
NBC executive vice president and general counsel Rick Cotton doesn't want to see damage done to the over-the-air TV station model, but also says the issue raised by the Federal Communications Commission about possibly reclaiming some broadcast spectrum for wireless broadband is "a set of discussions that are going to have to take place." ... "The availability of license spectrum remains an important issue as worldwide demand for mobile broadband applications and services continues to... (Multichannel News)
NBCU Proffers Multifaceted Affiliate Campaign Behind Winter Olympics Nov 6, 2009
The comprehensive initiative extends to local ad sales, awareness, retention/acquisition, high-definition, free-on-demand, broadband and ITV, according to Brian Hunt, senior vice president, marketing and sales strategy, TV Networks Distribution, NBCU.Yesterday, NBCU initiated its 100 days for the 2010 Winter Olympics, scheduled from Feb. 12-28 ... BigBand Networks, Inc. NASDAQ: BBND provides broadband service providers with innovative network solutions designed to make it easier to move,... (Multichannel News)
ICF International reports $167.1M revenue Nov 6, 2009
This was an exceptional sales quarter for ICF, representing a record period for core business wins, said Sudhakar Kesavan, ICF s chairman and CEO. We had important contract awards in priority areas such as energy efficiency, health and education, broadband, and housing. The total value of contracts awarded in the third quarter was $454 million. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
NCTA Outlines Ways For FCC To Free Up Funds For Broadband Deployment Nov 6, 2009
Calling it a "modest first step" on the road to Universal Service Reform, the National Cable & Telecommunications Association has said it knows how the Federal Communications Commission can save the government up to $2 billion, freeing it up to help underwrite ubiquitous broadband deployment ... The cable trade group argues that before the fund can be extended to underwrite broadband as well as phone service, as some policymakers have suggested makes sense, the FCC must first "control the size... (Multichannel News)
'Only a matter of time before terrorists use weapons of mass destruction' Nov 6, 2009
99 for new Essential Broadband customers. Find out more. (Yahoo News -- Biological and Chemical Weapons)
Cablevision Mobilizes DVR App Nov 6, 2009
Cablevision Systems has introduced a mobile version of its Web-based DVR scheduling feature that lets broadband subscribers who also lease a DVR find shows, set recordings and delete content from any Internet-capable mobile device ... net for mobile offers Cablevision broadband subscribers access to their e-mail, local news, weather and traffic information, TV listings, information on local business and services by location, and movie listings and theaters by location. (Multichannel News)
Multichannel Newswire Nov 6, 2009
Cablevision Systems has introduced a mobile version of its Web-based DVR scheduling feature that lets broadband subscribers who also lease a DVR find shows, set recordings and delete content from any Internet-capable mobile device ... NBC executive VP and general counsel Rick Cotton doesn't want to see damage done to the over-the-air TV station model, but also says the issue raised by the FCC about possibly reclaiming some broadcast spectrum for wireless broadband is "a set of discussions that... (Multichannel News)
Panel reviews India's broadband woes Nov 6, 2009
NEW DELHI: The DoT has confessed to abysmal performance in broadband and Internet penetration to the newly appointed Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information Technology in a recent meeting ... It is further learnt that the DoT is on the verge of launching a rural broadband wireless scheme to be launched after 3G auctions ... However, in stark contrast, government policy on broadband and Internet penetration is now an admitted failure. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
Microsoft previews digital TV update Nov 6, 2009
That technology is designed to let telecommunications and cable companies offer new subscriber services that use their two-way broadband networks. In May 2003, Microsoft in United Kingdom-based Telewest Communications (now Telewest Broadband), selling its 23 percent stake for $5 million, after a 2000 stock exchange valued then at $2. (Yahoo News -- Digital and Interactive TV)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Nov 6, 2009
Instead, the Internet is increasing its appeal with higher-speed connections like broadband, said David Hallerman, senior analyst at eMarketer a research company in New York. "Broadband increases people's time online, and that time comes out of TV," he said. (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Cablevision Preps EBIF Launch Nov 5, 2009
MSO Expected to Deploy Zodiac's User Agent for Cisco/Scientific Atlanta Set-Tops. Todd Spangler -- Multichannel News, 11/4/2009 10:35:11 AM. (Multichannel News)
Whose Internet is it, anyway? Nov 5, 2009
A handful of cable TV and phone companies control the lion's share of US broadband Internet access. Many consumers have no choice among broadband providers. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Raiding your inbox Nov 5, 2009
The U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals should rein in the feds and strike down the provisions of the law that are out of sync with the technological realities of the broadband era -- and the privacy expectations of Americans. RELATED ARTICLES. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
RTL and SBS settle in Call TV case Nov 5, 2009
By Robert Briel November 5, 2009 07. The Dutch commercial broadcasters SBS and RTL Nederland will each pay 9 million to the Dutch state to prevent further prosecution in the Call TV case. (Multichannel News)
Google's 3Q lobbying costs eclipse $1 million Nov 5, 2009
Google CEO Eric Schmidt told reporters Wednesday that his company also wanted to express its support for government grants for the expansion of broadband access. Overall, he said, the company's focus in Washington "is to continue to support the greatness of the Internet.". (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Investors continue buying into Lityan Nov 5, 2009
Nor Badli had said last Friday that the company was in a tie-up with Huawei for Telekom Malaysia Bhds (TM) high-speed broadband (HSBB) project as well as tendering for projects in the Middle East. Although TM group chief executive officer Datuk Zam Isa did not identify Huawei as one of the partners in the project in an earlier report, industry sources said the Shenzhen-based company was one of the technology partners in the RM11. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Meet the evil new copyright treaty Nov 5, 2009
Just what we need--make it impossible for ISPs to provide internet, then make a national broadband plan that puts full control of access to the internet in the hands of the government ... mostly because they have an 'unlimited' broadband plan so death by lawsuit. (Harper's Magazine)
More consumers consider Wi-Fi a baseline service Nov 5, 2009
And if that means they have to cope with issues such as broadband thieves and customers hogging bandwidth with streamed movies, that's what it takes to compete ... Mr. Leclair monitors the broadband usage, which has capabilities for minor tasks like checking e-mail but doesn't let users stream video and monopolize the campground's bandwidth. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Espinel Emphasizes Importance Of Intellectual Property Nov 5, 2009
Nominee For IP Enforcement Post Says It's Critical To Protect American Creativity, Innovation. John Eggerton -- Multichannel News, 11/4/2009 2:06:00 PM. (Multichannel News)
Time is on Telstra's side in broadband agreement Nov 5, 2009
IF ANY shareholders thought they might hear fighting words from the board at Telstra's annual meeting yesterday, they were sorely disappointed as chief executive David Thodey and chairwoman Catherine Livingstone stayed strictly on message about the $43 billion broadband network and the legislation designed to force the divestiture of Telstra's fixed networks. Thodey and Livingstone maintained they shared the Government's national broadband network vision - although they were ''disappointed''... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
App to find nearest toilet? Data flood unleashed Nov 5, 2009
Apps ps From Mashup Australia, GovHack. App to find nearest toilet. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Be afraid - you're in the 'New Normal' Nov 5, 2009
Noting Burgess's campaign to fight against the Communist Rudd regime's attempts to build a national broadband network, the opinion piece noted how the Government wanted to seize Telstra's ''wholesale network partly to eliminate competition. No doubt Telstra's competitors may beg to differ. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Microsoft previews digital TV update Nov 5, 2009
That technology is designed to let telecommunications and cable companies offer new subscriber services that use their two-way broadband networks. In May 2003, Microsoft in United Kingdom-based Telewest Communications (now Telewest Broadband), selling its 23 percent stake for $5 million, after a 2000 stock exchange valued then at $2. (Yahoo News -- Digital and Interactive TV)
Nickelodeon's TeenNick Commences Production on New Original Series Gigantic Nov 5, 2009
TeenNick, the 24-hour TV network exclusively for and about teens, is currently available in 66 million households via cable, digital cable and satellite, as well on mobile, VOD and broadband. TeenNick's distinct perspective connects its audience to the electricity and possibilities of teendom, anytime and anywhere, with original series and ever-popular favorites. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
UPC Holding B.V. Provides Selected Financial Information for the Period Ended September 30, 2009 Nov 5, 2009
With respect to quarterly rebased revenue growth, our UPC Broadband Division (UPC) achieved rebased growth in the third quarter that exceeded the comparable growth rate in the second quarter ... 8 million broadband internet and 2 ... Our third quarter organic additions included broadband internet and telephony additions of 75,000 and 53,000 RGUs, respectively, and video losses of 69,000 RGUs. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cisco computer game lets you play CEO Nov 5, 2009
The company this week posted , a computer game that lets anyone be a broadband executive making network deployment decisions ... You manage your business as it evolves from the stone age of dial-up, through the broadband and mobile connected eras, and into the dawning of the medianet age. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Telstra drops $2.20 billing fee Nov 5, 2009
thinking of including optional electronic-only plans. Telstra has dumped its controversial $2. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Letter to The President: # 4 Nov 5, 2009
Three areas on the IT terrain in which Ghana must seek leadership in West Africa over the short-term and Africa in general in the middle- and long-term are: 1) free and open source software, 2) backbone connectivity providing assured broadband delivery for all internet-enabled devices, including mobile sets and 3) wireless technology. Without paying attention to the aforementioned issues, the economic and good governance benefits accruing from business process outsourcing (BPO) and e-government... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Eutelsat Communications Reports Record Revenue Growth in the First Quarter 2009-2010: +11.6% Nov 5, 2009
Commenting on performance during the first quarter 2009-2010, Giuliano Berretta, Chairman and CEO of Eutelsat Communications said: "Eutelsat Communications' double digit revenue growth for our first quarter testifies to the success of our in-orbit expansion programme, which in combination with excellent commercial performance, has enabled us to leverage new capacity for markets recording the most buoyant growth. Following the entry into service in the second half of the 2008-2009 financial year... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Nov 5, 2009
Instead, the Internet is increasing its appeal with higher-speed connections like broadband, said David Hallerman, senior analyst at eMarketer a research company in New York. "Broadband increases people's time online, and that time comes out of TV," he said. (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Multichannel Newswire Nov 5, 2009
Comcast launched a high-speed wireless data service in its hometown of Philadelphia, provided through a deal with Clearwire, which the operator is pushing in a bundle with its TV, phone and wired broadband products. Victoria Espinel, nominated to be the White House's intellectual property enforcement coordinator, said Wednesday that one of the first issues she will grapple with is balancing a free and open internet while protecting against online piracy. (Multichannel News)
Sprint launches 4G in Triangle Nov 5, 2009
4G is a technology that brings advanced broadband functionality to wireless Internet connections ... Both companies are investors in wireless broadband company (Nasdaq: CLWR), which is providing the technology that Sprint and Time Warner Cable are using for their 4G service ... "Time Warner will focus on selling Road Runner Mobile to allow its existing residential customers to take their broadband connection anywhere they go in their service territory. Sprint will focus on selling its 4G service... (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Orckit Communications Reports 2009 Third Quarter Results Nov 4, 2009
" Conference Call Orckit Communications will host a conference call on November 4, 2009, at 9 a.m. EST. The call can be accessed by dialing (877) 316-9044 in the United States and (706) 634-2329 internationally. Please utilize the code 33419951. A replay of the call will be available at and will be also available through 11:59 p.m on December 4, 2009 at 1-800-642-1687 in the United States or 1-706-645-9291 internationally. To access this replay, enter the following code: 33419951. About Orckit... (Primezone Releases)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Nov 4, 2009
Instead, the Internet is increasing its appeal with higher-speed connections like broadband, said David Hallerman, senior analyst at eMarketer a research company in New York. "Broadband increases people's time online, and that time comes out of TV," he said. (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
IAP meeting to be smaller but more focused Nov 4, 2009
It also believes that states, communities, families and individuals can realise great economic and social advantages when nations accelerate broadband availability in underserved areas and increase broadband use in all areas, rural and urban. Mefford and his team were responsible for helping make broadband available in the US state of Kentucky, under what was called the Connected Kentucky Initiative ... It will also deliberate on education, technology, entrepreneurship, robotics, content... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Marcial: Gabelli's Top Five Bets Nov 4, 2009
Broadband is a significant growth opportunity for the company, Miller says, because penetration of fixed and mobile broadband is still in the low single digits in the markets where the company operates. He puts Millicom's intrinsic value at 95. (BusinessWeek)
Here Comes the Broadband-Enabled Car Nov 4, 2009
Alcatel-Lucent, along with Toyota and other partners, is showing off a outfitted with a Long Term Evolution (LTE) wireless broadband connection that provides a slew of entertainment and information services including video on demand, piped into the rear-seat headrests, to divert whiny kids on their way to Grandmas house ... A broadband-enabled car is not a new idea: The at The Cable Show this year featured a WiMax-enabled car with Motorola and Clearwire that provided driving directions... (Multichannel News)
HTML 5 progresses despite challenges Nov 4, 2009
"It's also becoming clear that wireless broadband is going to be a major component of IPv6 deployment," Daigle said. IPv6 deployments have been lacking, however, because of a belief that there is no business case for it, she said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Feds Indict Cable-Modem Hacker Nov 4, 2009
Federal law-enforcement officials have accused a 26-year-old Oregon man -- known by the alias "DerEngel" in hacking circles -- of selling products designed to let users modify Motorola cable modems and tap into broadband networks without paying ... DShocker used the TCNISO software to access Charter Communications' broadband service at 10 times standard access speeds without paying, the FBI said. (Multichannel News)
Multichannel Newswire Nov 4, 2009
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TVP chooses new head Nov 4, 2009
By Chris Dziadul November 4, 2009 02. Tomasz Szatkowski has been appointed the new president of the Polish public broadcaster TVP.. (Multichannel News)
Full Story » Nov 4, 2009
The products are used in fixed wireless last mile access for campus or enterprise building-to-building connectivity, and in infrastructure applications such as broadband cellular networks and wireless backhaul for WiMAX or WiFi networks. LightPointe installation base of high capacity wireless bridges consists of more than 5000 systems deployed in more than 60 countries. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
'Only a matter of time before terrorists use weapons of mass destruction' Nov 4, 2009
99 for new Essential Broadband customers. Find out more. (Yahoo News -- Biological and Chemical Weapons)
Neutral Tandem Announces 2009 Third Quarter Financial Results Nov 4, 2009
Headquartered in Chicago, Neutral Tandem, Inc. is a leading provider of tandem interconnection services to wireless, wireline, cable and broadband telephony companies. Founded in 2003, Neutral Tandem facilitates inter-carrier communications with a cost-effective alternative to the Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier (ILEC) network. (Primezone Releases)
Microsoft previews digital TV update Nov 4, 2009
That technology is designed to let telecommunications and cable companies offer new subscriber services that use their two-way broadband networks. In May 2003, Microsoft in United Kingdom-based Telewest Communications (now Telewest Broadband), selling its 23 percent stake for $5 million, after a 2000 stock exchange valued then at $2. (Yahoo News -- Digital and Interactive TV)
ICT Infrastructure Must be a Top Priority; WITSA Chairman Urges Developing World to Act Nov 4, 2009
WITSA Chairman Dato' Dan E. Khoo told an audience of world ICT leaders, senior government officials and policy makers that ICT can only drive an economy and enable its industries and society provided there is an infrastructure with broadband capacity in place. Otherwise, developing countries could lose out on the business opportunities and socio-economic benefits of ICT.. (JCN Network, Japan)
CASBAA Announces Asia Subscription TV Figures Higher than Rest-Of-World Combined Nov 4, 2009
The Cable lite Broadcasting Association of Asia (CASBAA) is an industry-based advocacy group dedicated to the promotion of multi-channel TV via cable, satellite, broadband and wireless video networks across the Asia-Pacific. CASBAA represents some 130 member organisations in the pay-TV business, which in turn serve more than three billion people. (JCN Network, Japan)
Navy to increase broadband speed tenfold Nov 4, 2009
The new terminals will provide frigates, cruisers and destroyers with access to high-speed Internet, video and other broadband services. The terminals are part of the Commercial Broadband Satellite Program's Unit Level Variant program. (FCW.com)
Executives are off and racing Nov 4, 2009
Given how eager Communications Minister Stephen Conroy has been to distance himself from any of the internal workings of the new national broadband network company, it was understandable he shied away from NBN Co board member Diane Smith-Gander in the Tabcorp marquee. The brief snatch of conversation they shared revealed that Senator Conroy is in New Zealand today for talks with the New Zealand and South Korean governments on broadband policy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
