2026: The Year Broadband Moves Forward By Arun Pasrija, CEO, CHR Solutions Two big things will shape 2026 for broadband: BEAD and AI. We have been talking about BEAD for more than four years now, and it finally feels real. Awards are being announced, states are getting ready, and even if there are a few
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Tariffs and Broadband: Every Day is a New Day With new tariffs on the horizon, ISPs and broadband providers must prepare for supply chain disruptions, rising material costs, and evolving funding regulations. Our CEO, Arun Pasrija, explores what these changes mean for the broadband industry—and how to stay ahead. Discover why agility, resilience, and strategic
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Partnerships to Fill the Digital Divide Partnerships are indeed crucial in addressing the digital divide and ensuring nationwide broadband access. The complexity of expanding broadband infrastructure requires collaboration among various stakeholders, including telecommunications companies, government agencies, technology providers, and local communities. Here are some key points highlighting the importance of partnerships in bridging the digital
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In the November/December volume of ISE magazine, our own Jason Malmquist wrote an article about cybersecurity basics and what internet service providers (ISPs) need to know to protect themselves from cyberattacks. According to Jason, “… many breaches occur because of simple mistakes: a misconfiguration, a lost device, or an employee falling for a phishing or mobile phone
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