GigaomTech giants and startups split on tactics in battle for net neutrality
The close of an FCC comment period revealed an important difference in how big and small tech companies are approaching the net neutrality debate. Read more »
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MoreThe close of an FCC comment period revealed an important difference in how big and small tech companies are approaching the net neutrality debate. Read more »
Senator Chuck Schumer suggested on Facebook that the FCC should classify internet providers as “common carriers.” Read more »
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A video hosted by the New York Times makes a powerful argument for net neutrality, and also shows how traditional media outlets are re-imagining the definition of an “op-ed.” Read more »
The practice of network peering is gaining ground, which is good news for everyone on the web except for those companies providing transit. Will that continue? Read more »
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Acquiring customers in the digital era is like creating a mosaic: To achieve a beautiful outcome, companies need to find the right blend of tactics. Read more »
The FCC’s findings regarding “path specific,” congestion problems comports quite closely with Verizon’s version of what was going on in its dispute with Netflix. Read more »
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It’s been a disheartening year for net neutrality and the open internet. While much of the furor has focused on the implications for video-streaming services, Zingaya’s CEO Alexey Aylarov thinks the… Read more »