Julius Genachowski

Julius Genachowski's FCC Swan Song: Get Faster Wi-Fi on Planes

May 9, 2013 By Ira Teinowitz 5 weeks ago

FCC chairman says at his final commission meeting that he'll leave the agency on May 17

  

Obama Formally Taps Tom Wheeler as FCC Chairman

May 1, 2013 By Ira Teinowitz 7 weeks ago

Despite Wheeler’s ties to industry associations, he is expected to reinforce the FCC’s commitment to net neutrality, which the president has strongly supported

  

FCC to Boston Red Sox Player David Ortiz: F--k Yeah (Video)

April 22, 2013 By Greg Gilman 8 weeks ago

Federal Communication Commission chairman Julius Genachowski tweeted his approval for slugger David Ortiz's use of the F-word during an emotional speech on live television

  

FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski Resigning

March 22, 2013 By Ira Teinowitz 12 weeks ago

Citing the gains made during his four years in the post, he says he will step down in next few weeks

  

FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski to Resign Friday (Report)

March 21, 2013 By Lucas Shaw & Ira Teinowitz 12 weeks ago

Genachowski's term ends this summer

  

Jane Fonda, Gloria Steinem: It's Time a Woman Headed the FCC

January 23, 2013 By Ira Teinowitz 21 weeks ago

Julius Genachowski hasn't said anything about leaving the  Federal Communications Commission, but the Women's Media Center wants to replace him with a her

  

FCC Moving to Provide More Capacity for Wi-Fi Networks

January 9, 2013 By Doug Halonen 23 weeks ago

The agency's chairman says major hubs like convention centers and airports could benefit from release of unlicensed spectrum

  

FCC's Genachowski Backs Away From Broadband Tax Proposal

September 10, 2012 By Doug Halonen 40 weeks ago

Genachowski blamed Republicans for the agency’s initial consideration of the new tax

  

Consumer Watchdog Urges FCC to Preserve Viewability Rule

June 8, 2012 By Doug Halonen 1 year ago

Watchdog group Consumers Union warns the FCC that letting the rule expire would mean higher bills for cable TV users

  

FCC Chairman Proposes Eliminating Viewability Rule

June 7, 2012 By Doug Halonen 1 year ago

Under plan from FCC chief Julius Genachowski, cable TV's obligation to carry many small, independent broadcasters would be phased out  

  

FCC Chairman to Broadcasters: Keep Betting Big on Digital

April 16, 2012 By Todd Cunningham 1 year ago

FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski tells the NAB gathering that TV stations that aggressively pursue digital initiatives are reaping dividends

  

House Clears Way For Spectrum Auction, But Bill Faces Senate Veto

December 13, 2011 By Brent Lang 1 year ago

The bill passed as part of a payroll tax cut extension, but a controversial pipeline provision could spell problems

  

Civil Rights Groups Push FCC to Investigate Lack of Minority Media Ownership

December 2, 2011 By Brent Lang 1 year ago

The percentage of people of color is on the rise, but not in the corporate suite

  

FCC, Cable Companies to Provide Cheap Broadband to the Poor

November 9, 2011 By Lucas Shaw 1 year ago

They unite to provide low-income families with affordable access

  

FCC's Genachowski: Broadband Development Good for U.S. Job Growth

September 27, 2011 By Peter Voskamp 1 year ago

"The sweeping economic changes ushered in by Facebook, Twitter, clouds, tablets, app stores and the Kindle are as profound as the invention of Guttenberg printing press"

  

Chris Dodd, Piracy & Tax Credits: The State of Hollywood Influence

March 16, 2011 By Maury Litwack 2 years ago

Here are a few recent events and issues that offer insight into Hollywood’s influence at the legislative level

  

FCC Chief Genachowski: 'Tablet Technology Is Revolutionary'

January 7, 2011 By Sharon Waxman 2 years ago

"They're a revolutionary, breakthrough device," says the chairman, and will drive innovation and economic growth

  

FCC Report: Number of Wireless Transmitters Up 400%

January 7, 2011 By Brent Lang 2 years ago

On the heels of a push to free up spectrum, commission says number of devices with 3 transmitters has increased by 700 percent

  

FCC Chief Warns Broadcasters -- Give Up Space for the Mobile Revolution

January 6, 2011 By Brent Lang 2 years ago

CES: Julius Genachowski calls for voluntary auctions and reallocation of "spectrum" space by broadcasters

  

Despite GOP Backlash, FCC Net Neutrality Rules Will Likely Pass

December 20, 2010 By Brent Lang 2 years ago

Support of Democratic commissioners gives chairman a majority support for his open internet regulations

  

GOP Congressmen Press FCC for Details on Net Neutrality Rules

December 17, 2010 By Brent Lang 2 years ago

A week before a vote, chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee says there needs to be more transparency

  

Senators to FCC: Establish a Plan for Net Neutrality By the End of 2010

November 30, 2010 By Daniel Frankel 2 years ago

John Kerry, Byron Dorgan and Ron Wyden org chairman Julius Genachowski to wrap up ongoing meetings on the issue in December

  

With Net Neutrality Controversy Growing, FCC Moves Meeting

November 23, 2010 By Brent Lang 2 years ago

Facing threats from Republican congressmen, FCC will use the time to attract industry support for new regulations

  

Congressmen, ISPs Moving to Take Control of Net Neutality Issue From FCC

September 27, 2010 By Ira Teinowitz 2 years ago

A bipartisan coalition is working with service providers on a bill that would impose new conditions and leave the commission mostly as fine-levier

  

FCC Stalls Net Neutrality Vote to Study Google/Verizon

September 1, 2010 By Ira Teinowitz 2 years ago

Looking for comments on Google/Verizon that would “help complete our efforts to construct an enforceable framework to preserve internet freedom and openness”

  

WGAE, FCC Chief Warn About Google-Verizon Deal

August 5, 2010 By Ira Teinowitz 2 years ago

"Any deal that doesn’t preserve the freedom and openness of the internet for consumers and entrepreneurs will be unacceptable"

  
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