California AB 1414 Internet Opt-Out for Property Owners
California AB 1414 gives tenants opt-out rights for certain third-party bulk internet charges. See what property owners should review and how owner-operated internet changes the risk.
Net Neutrality’s Repeal Has Created Opportunity for You
The repeal of “net neutrality”, the rules that prevented internet providers from blocking, throttling, or prioritizing content, is now official. The Federal Communications Commission’s repeal of the rules took effect in June 2018. The repeal of net neutrality most likely will create conditions that irritate consumers, notably the tech-savvy consumers that are your best tenants. […]
Net Neutrality Again
The future of consumer internet is uncertain once again. The Federal Communications Commission announced plans to vote for repeal of net neutrality rules on December 14th. Without net neutrality, regulations that require the equal treatment of all internet traffic, data carriers that also produce content, like Comcast, owners of Universal Studios and NBC, might find […]
MDU Internet Bulk-Billing and Exclusivity Practices Under Scrutiny
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors recently passed an ordinance requiring MDU owners to provide tenants with a choice of internet service providers. This first-in-the-nation ordinance is a direct challenge to the widespread practice where building owners offer building-wide exclusivity to internet service providers. The providers, in exchange, typically offer marketing or other fees paid back […]
Disappointed with the Cancellation of Google Fiber?
Google announced this week they are ‘pausing’ their fiber options in ten cities, laying off staff, and putting a halt on any future development of the Google Fiber network. Google will continue to provide service in cities where it is already operating. Google’s ambitious plan with Google Fiber was to bring high speed internet service […]
Maximize ROI and Leverage New Proposed HUD Broadband Requirements with Aditum IMS
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently proposed a new rule that requires the installation of broadband infrastructure during the construction or substantial renovation of most HUD-financed multifamily housing. “Recognizing that it is generally easier and cheaper to install the necessary technology for high-speed internet at the time of construction, HUD is […]