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FCC's Brendan Carr on Starlink subsidy revocation, China's internet ambitions, and TikTok | E1870

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Telecom Subsidies: A Shift in Strategy

This chapter explores the transition from implicit to explicit telecommunications subsidies, focusing on broadband expansion in underserved areas. It compares the cost-effectiveness of Starlink technology against traditional fiber installations and discusses the urgency of internet access in rural regions. The chapter also highlights the complexities of government interactions with innovative technologies, questioning regulatory practices that impact subsidy distribution.

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