How is the U.S. Doing in the 'Global Bandwidth Race'?
Episode Description
The worldwide competition for bandwidth "is like the space race where the winner will see benefits ... that will last for years to come," according to Julius Genachowski, chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). In an interview with Wharton's Kevin Werbach, Genachowski says that while the U.S. is leading the world in terms of developing infrastructure for the next generation of mobile broadband, the country faces "some real challenges" in keeping ahead. Among them: the possibility of hitting a wall when the demand for spectrum outstrips supply. 📂 Public Policy
Brief Summary
FCC Chairman discusses U.S. broadband advancements and spectrum challenges.
Key points
- US Regains Mobile Broadband Leadership. The US has regained its position as a leader in mobile broadband infrastructure.
- Spectrum Crunch Challenge. The demand for spectrum is vastly exceeding supply, posing a significant challenge.
- Net Neutrality Framework Established. A new framework was developed to preserve internet freedom and drive investment.
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Episode highlights
- US Regains Mobile Broadband LeadershipThe US has regained its position as a leader in mobile broadband infrastructure.“The US has regained Global Leadership in mobile broadband.”1:17Oct 26, 2012
- Spectrum Crunch ChallengeThe demand for spectrum is vastly exceeding supply, posing a significant challenge.“We're in a global bandwidth race.”3:43Oct 26, 2012
- Net Neutrality Framework EstablishedA new framework was developed to preserve internet freedom and drive investment.“We developed a framework that for the first time put in place rules to preserve internet freedom.”10:14Oct 26, 2012
Tension
45/ 100Some tension
