It may be obvious that you need Wi-Fi to do your job – whether you’re working in an office, from home, in a coffee shop, or at your small business. But Wi-Fi doesn’t just allow millions of Americans to do their jobs; Wi-Fi is creating millions of jobs year after year – and that job creation is only expected to grow. Read More “BLOG: Wi-Fi Delivers Millions of American Jobs”
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•••PRESS RELEASE: New Study Confirms Wi-Fi is Driving Creation of Tens of Millions of American Jobs
New Study Confirms Wi-Fi is Driving Creation of Tens of Millions of American Jobs
Wi-Fi generated more than 7 million American jobs in 2023 alone, projected to grow to 21 million jobs by 2032
Washington, D.C – A new study released today finds that Wi-Fi is fueling robust job growth in the United States, with more than 7 million jobs created in 2023 alone. This new analysis, which builds on a prior 2024 study of Wi-Fi’s contribution to economic value in the United States, finds that Wi-Fi is projected to create more than 13 million jobs in the United States by 2027 and approximately 21 million jobs by 2032. Read More “PRESS RELEASE: New Study Confirms Wi-Fi is Driving Creation of Tens of Millions of American Jobs “
BLOG: Shouldn’t Spectrum Go Where Demand Is?
Shouldn’t Spectrum Go Where Demand Is?
Big Cellular is once again demanding from Congress more exclusive spectrum, despite bragging to Wall Street they already have “almost unlimited” spectrum – enough to meet demand for “years and years and years.” Lawmakers should see through this tired playbook and look at the facts:
STATEMENT: WifiForward Fact-Checks Cellular Giants
When making spectrum allocation decisions, policymakers should see through Big Mobile’s disingenuous, self-serving attacks on Wi-Fi and look to the facts.
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BLOG: Connecting at the Big Game: Thousands of New Wi-Fi Access Points in The Superdome
Sunday’s big game is not just a major sporting event—it’s a digital spectacle. Fans at the game expect to be able to stay connected in real-time, sharing experiences and engaging with the game via social media and live stats. To meet these expectations, the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans has made major upgrades to its Wi-Fi infrastructure, ensuring that the digital experience matches the excitement of the game itself. Read More “BLOG: Connecting at the Big Game: Thousands of New Wi-Fi Access Points in The Superdome”
STATEMENT: WifiForward Congratulates Arielle Roth on Nomination to Lead NTIA
Washington, D.C. – Today WifiForward released the following statement on Arielle Roth’s nomination to serve as National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Administrator:
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ICYMI: Highlights from the House Energy & Commerce Committee’s Spectrum Hearing
ICYMI: Highlights from the House Energy & Commerce Committee’s Spectrum Hearing
Last week, the House Energy and Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee held a hearing on “Strengthening American Leadership in Wireless Technology.” In one of the first hearings of the 119th Congress, members and witnesses, including Michael Powell, President and CEO of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, discussed how smart spectrum policy benefits consumers, entrepreneurs, the next generation of innovators, national security, and American leadership.
In case you missed it, here are some highlights from the hearing:
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STATEMENT: WifiForward Statement on the House Introduction of the Spectrum Pipeline Act
Washington, D.C. – Today WifiForward released the following statement on the House introduction of the Spectrum Pipeline Act:
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STATEMENT: WifiForward Commends House Energy and Commerce for Making Spectrum an Early Priority
Washington, DC – WifiForward released the following statement on the House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology hearing, “Strengthening American Leadership in Wireless Technology:”
STATEMENT: WifiForward Congratulates Olivia Trusty on Nomination to the FCC
Washington, D.C. – Today WifiForward released the following statement on Olivia Trusty’s nomination to serve as a Commissioner at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC):
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