Policy - Broadband, Communications, & Spectrum
Broadband, Communications, & Spectrum
Advances in wired and wireless broadband technology have dramatically changed the way we work, play, and connect with each other. Futureproof fiber optics and the next generation of wireless network technology, or 5G, will be transformational. Through forward-looking policy that supports research and development, enables access to spectrum, takes into account security, considers the important role of standards, and provides government incentives and funding to ensure ubiquitous access to connectivity, countries around the world can ensure the successful deployment of broadband and 5G technology. To enable the United States and countries around the world to fully reap the benefits of this technology, ITI works to develop and promote policies that will advance the deployment of cutting-edge network technology.
5G holds immense promise for innovation, and it will have a tremendous economic impact, enabling $13.2 trillion in economic output globally by 2035 (source). ITI recently released its 5G Policy Principles, which provide recommendations for policymakers in the U.S. and around the world as they consider how to most effectively and efficiently deploy 5G technology. Pursuant to Congress’ direction in the Secure 5G and Beyond Act, the Trump Administration recently released the National Strategy to Secure 5G, which will help guide a whole-of-government approach to securely roll out 5G networks. ITI is working with the White House, members of Congress, the FCC, and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to support efforts associated with this Strategy and advocate for the comprehensive set of policies necessary to success.
Around the world, ITI is meeting with policymakers to explain the ways in which broadband and 5G technology will be transformative and advocate for similar policies advance the secure deployment of next generation networks.
ITI's 5G Policy Principles and 5G Essentials for Global Policymakers
As policymakers seek to promote 5G deployment, there are four key areas where sound policy approaches and government action are essential: innovation and investment; deployment and access to spectrum; security; and standards. ITI’s 5G Policy Principles for Global Policymakers offer an expert guide to help steer these efforts, while helping governments maximize opportunities and address challenges related to the deployment of this technology.
Among its recommendations, ITI calls for policymakers to create 5G security-related policies that are risk-based; address threats to the 5G ecosystem beyond those associated with specific supply chain actors and equipment; and leverage government and industry collaboration. On standards, ITI encourages policymakers to support globally harmonized 5G standards or technical specifications and calls on governments to uphold and promote best practices in all fora where standards and specifications are being developed. ITI also encourages governments to support open and interoperable solutions for 5G networks by adopting policies that promote R&D funding for open 5G architectures.
In addition to its 5G Policy Principles, ITI released 5G Essentials for Global Policymakers, an informative tool that policymakers, industry partners, and other stakeholders can use to understand the policy recommendations that ITI sets forth.
Resources
- ITI 5G Policy Principles for Global Policymakers (June 18, 2020)
- ITI's 5G Policy Principles and Essentials for Global Policymakers (June 18, 2020)
- Multi-Association Digital Infrastructure Letter (April 29, 2019)
- ITI P2B Comments on Committee Reports (November 15, 2018)
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STREAMLINE Support Letter (October 05, 2018)
Broadband
Techwonk Blog
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Building an Innovative, Competitive, and Secure 5G Ecosystem (September 29, 2020)
On September 25, ITI and the Open RAN Policy Coalition (ORPC) hosted a follow-on event to the Prague 5G Security Conference to explore important themes related to 5G development, deployment, and security. ...
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Ensuring Technology Serves as a Force for Good (March 06, 2019)
It’s easy to forget just how much technology has changed our world and our lives. A little more than a decade ago, a small business owner relied on foot traffic from local customers rather than web visits ...
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Investing in Innovation to Make American Infrastructure Smarter and Stronger (March 15, 2018)
A lot has changed over the past 70 years, but if you drive down the road today, it is not too different than how it looked in the past. America’s infrastructure has not kept up with the pace of innovation ...
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Not Just Labs of Democracy, States Drive Innovation Too (February 23, 2018)
States have long been considered laboratories of democracies and increasingly are becoming cradles of innovation. Governors across the country are leading the charge in leveraging emerging technologies ...
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Trump's State of the Union speech can't neglect US tech leadership (January 30, 2018)
The technology industry is driven by the potential the future holds. From turning a simple code into a device that can detect diseases and save lives, to growing a small online network among friends into ...
News Releases
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ITI Shares Tech Policy Recommendations to Support Economic Recovery with Biden-Harris Transition Team (December 15, 2020)
WASHINGTON – Today, global tech trade association ITI outlined a set of policies the Biden-Harris Administration can adopt to ensure that the U.S. technology sector can continue to serve as indispensable ...
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ITI Encourages EXIM Adopt a More Modern, Flexible Content Policy (December 15, 2020)
WASHINGTON – Global tech trade association ITI recently submitted comments to the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) regarding its proposal to consider changes to its medium- and long-term ...
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ITI Welcomes Release of U.S. Cybersecurity Agency’s 5G Strategy (August 24, 2020)
WASHINGTON – Today, global tech trade association ITI welcomed the release of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) 5G Strategy, and commended CISA’s recognition of several ...
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ITI Unveils Tech Policy Platform for U.S. Candidates (August 18, 2020)
WASHINGTON – Today, global tech trade association ITI released the industry’s policy platform for U.S. candidates. As the only trade association advancing a cross-sector tech policy roadmap, the platform ...
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New Report Underscores Impact of Tech Innovation in Communities Across U.S. (August 06, 2020)
WASHINGTON — The Information Technology Industry Council (ITI), the global trade association of the technology industry, today issued a new report to help U.S. policymakers better understand the state ...