Maine Schools Under Cyber Siege: Holiday Attacks Expose Educational Vulnerabilities
Two Maine school districts faced cyberattacks during winter break, forcing network shutdowns and emergency response measures. The incidents highlight an alarming trend of cybercriminals targeting educational institutions during periods of reduced IT staffing, prompting federal initiatives to strengthen school cybersecurity.
Federal Court Overturns FCC's Net Neutrality Authority in Landmark Ruling
A federal appeals court has invalidated the FCC's authority to impose net neutrality regulations, ruling that broadband providers fall outside the agency's jurisdiction. The decision, influenced by the Supreme Court's reversal of Chevron deference, effectively ends federal efforts to regulate internet service providers through administrative action.
Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down FCC Net Neutrality Rules in Landmark Decision
A major court ruling has invalidated the FCC's authority to enforce net neutrality regulations on internet service providers, citing recent Supreme Court precedent. The decision reignites the debate over internet traffic management and puts pressure on Congress to explicitly grant the FCC regulatory power.
New Bill Demands Strict Cybersecurity Rules for US Telecoms After Chinese Hacking Campaign
Senator Ron Wyden introduces legislation requiring the FCC to implement rigorous cybersecurity regulations for telecommunications companies following the devastating Salt Typhoon breaches by Chinese hackers. The bill mandates annual security testing, independent audits, and executive accountability to protect Americans' communications from foreign espionage.
US Congress Weighs $3 Billion Plan to Remove Chinese Telecom Equipment from Networks
The US House of Representatives is set to vote on a crucial $3 billion defense bill aimed at removing Huawei and ZTE equipment from American telecommunications networks. The funding addresses a significant gap in the existing 'rip and replace' program, which the FCC estimates will cost nearly $5 billion to complete.