Mobile Future

Statement on FCC Chairman Genachowski Preview of Working Recommendations in the Broadband Plan

2010-02-25T16:04:27+00:00

Today, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski previewed working recommendations in the National Broadband Plan for advancing U.S. mobile broadband leadership. Chairman Genachowski announced aggressive action designed to spur global competitiveness, innovation and sustainable high quality job creation in the wireless space.

The following statement should be attributed to Jonathan Spalter, chairman of the Mobile Future Coalition:

New Report Points to Operational and Engineering Consequences of Net Neutrality Regulations for Wire

2010-01-14T19:25:32+00:00

Mobile Future today released a new report assessing the implications of potential network neutrality regulations on wireless consumers and the networks which support them. The report was filed today in the Federal Communications Commission�s proceeding. To read the report, please visit http://www.mobilefuture.org/FCCJanuary14

Mobile Future Comments on FCC “Net Neutrality” Proceeding

2009-10-22T17:07:15+00:00

The Federal Communications Commission today launched a proceeding that would extend so-called “net neutrality” regulations to wireless networks. Following is a comment from Mobile Future Chairman Jonathan Spalter.

Mobile Future Files Comments in FCC “Wireless Innovation” Review

2009-09-30T19:05:52+00:00

Mobile Future today filed a white paper with the Federal Communications Commission providing comments in the agency’s review of the wireless ecosphere and the necessary ingredients for innovation and investment in the mobile arena.

Wireless Broadband Benefits Hispanic Population

2009-09-15T14:00:29+00:00

A report published today by The Hispanic Institute and Mobile Future highlights the opportunities presented by mobile broadband access for the nation’s 48 million Hispanics. As policymakers contemplate the future of broadband and wireless, the paper concludes that successful innovation policies must consider the needs and preferences of diverse Americans, including in particular the rapidly growing Hispanic community in the United States.

La Banda Ancha Inal�mbrica Beneficia a la Poblaci�n Hispana

2009-09-15T14:00:07+00:00

Un informe publicado hoy por el Instituto Hispano y Mobile Future destaca las oportunidades que ofrece el acceso m�vil a banda ancha para los 48 millones de hispanos del pa�s. Mientras quienes hacen pol�tica p�blica contemplan el futuro de la banda ancha e inal�mbrica, el informe concluye que las pol�ticas de innovaci�n exitosas deben tener en cuenta las necesidades y preferencias de las diversas personas en Estados Unidos, incluyendo, en particular, la creciente comunidad hispana.

Mobile Future Statement on FCC Wireless Review

2009-08-27T16:00:57+00:00

The Federal Communications Commission has announced plans to launch a wide-ranging review of several issues in the wireless space, including how to continue to spur innovation and investment in the mobile arena. The following statement is from Mobile Future Chairman Jonathan Spalter.

Mobile Future Report Explores Potential for Wireless Innovation

2009-08-04T17:19:34+00:00

A new report published today by Mobile Future illustrates why wireless communications service in the United States is poised for increased growth as consumers and innovation continue to shape the sector’s rapid evolution. This growth will be sustained as policymakers strike a balance that protects consumers while, through the appropriate regulatory approach, fosters investment and robust competition in the marketplace.

Mobile Future Coalition Welcomes Spectrum Inventory Initiative

2009-07-08T18:01:55+00:00

WASHINGTON, D.C. � Chairmen Henry A. Waxman (D. Calif.) and Rick Boucher (D. VA), and Ranking Members Joe Barton (R. Texas) and Cliff Stearns (R. Fla) , have introduced H.R. 3125, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act � a bill that would direct the FCC and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to conduct an inventory of spectrum use and annually consider recommending the reallocation of any underutilized frequencies. It is similar in some respects to a Senate bill introduced in March that was passed by the Senate Commerce Committee today. The following statement should be attributed to Jonathan Spalter, Chairman of the Mobile Future coalition.

Mobile Future Coalition Commends Senate Approval of FCC Nominees

2009-06-26T14:11:49+00:00

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Late Thursday, the U.S. Senate approved the appointment of Julius Genachowski as Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission and returned Robert McDowell to a second term as a commissioner. The following statement should be attributed to Jonathan Spalter, Chairman of the Mobile Future coalition.

Mobile Future Statement on the Public Policy Institute of California’s Statewide Survey:

2009-06-25T14:39:43+00:00

Californians and Information Technology

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) released a survey showing that the percentage of Californians with Internet access and a home broadband connection grew last year despite tough economic times. While there is much good news in the report, it shows some disparity in broadband access, particularly in the Hispanic community, but the study does not address the increasing use of wireless technologies in minority communities.

Mobile Future Urges FCC to Embrace Wireless Technologies to Achieve National Broadband Goals

2009-06-05T20:29:37+00:00

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Mobile Future coalition today urged the Federal Communication Commission to incorporate wireless technologies as a key element in its development of a national broadband plan that would seek to ensure that every American has access to broadband capability.

Going Mobile: North Carolina’s Future in Wireless Technology

2009-06-03T19:06:26+00:00

(Raleigh, NC) - Today, Mobile Future, a broad-based coalition of businesses, non-profit organizations and individuals dedicated to encouraging innovations in wireless, sponsored a forum hosted by Local Tech Wire. The forum explored innovative wireless applications being developed in North Carolina and the dramatic growth of mobile technologies nationwide.

Spalter: Genachowski a perfect fit for the FCC as it fosters growing innovation in America

2009-03-03T20:38:01+00:00

President Barack Obama today nominated Julius Genachowski as Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission. The following statement should be attributed to Jonathan Spalter, Chairman of the Mobile Future coalition.

Going Mobile: Florida�s Future in Wireless Technology

2009-02-04T21:08:00+00:00

(Tallahassee, Fla.) - Today, Mobile Future, a broad-based coalition dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages innovations in wireless technologies and services, hosted a forum on the dramatic growth and development in wireless technology. Forward-thinking officials, including Tallahassee Mayor Marks and Florida Public Service Commissioner McMurrian, joined the panel to discuss how wireless is offering Floridians twenty-first century tools to address twenty-first century issues.

How Mobile Technologies are Changing the Political Landscape

2008-09-19T17:46:00+00:00

Political campaigns this year are making innovative use of mobile communications and new media to speak directly to voters. The Mobile Future Coalition will examine this phenomenon with a panel discussion at the National Press Club on Tuesday, October 14. In addition, noted pollster Peter Hart will discuss the impact of wireless communications on campaign polling.

Mobile Future Coalition Formed to Advocate Wireless Communications Issues

2008-03-31T13:29:00+00:00

With the rapid growth of wireless technology as the preferred communications platform, and the increasing opportunities that result from open networks, a new coalition called Mobile Future has been formed to provide a forum for consumers, manufacturers, content creators, social interest groups, mobile applications developers and others to help shape the future development of mobile communications in the United States.