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Where Technology Meets People – Tom Coughlin on #CES2024 and the IEEE
Tom Coughlin, current IEEE President & CEO, discusses the importance of developing technology to improve the human condition. In this interview, filmed at CES Unveiled, Coughlin highlights some of the technologies he saw. These technologies focus on improving the quality of life.1 Coughlin brings a people-centric view of technology to his role as the head…
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The OG Podcaster – #ces2024
Some might call Phil McKinney the OG of the podcast world. As host of the world’s oldest, continually running podcast, Killer Innovations, he imparts his wisdom regarding technology, business, and life. What sets McKinney apart from the average podcaster and makes his observations especially valuable is that he is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and tech…
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Economic Impact of FTTH at the Household and Regional Level
Professors Brian Whitacre and Roberto Gallardo analyze the significance of fiber broadband in housing markets and regional economies. Whitacre’s study found a 1-1.5% housing price premium in areas with fiber access across Texas, Iowa, and Minnesota. This increase could potentially elevate rural housing values nationwide by $36.9 billion. Gallardo’s preliminary research in Indiana suggests that…
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A Customer Focus Improves Sustainability & Cuts Waste
Over 20 tons of plastic and 50 tons of cardboard is the annual waste reduction Lumen expects to save by more efficiently packaging and shipping equipment to homes and operation centers, while simultaneously minimizing the Lumen technician’s carbon footprint. Lumen’s innovation will introduce zero plastic packaging, biodegradable materials, vegetable-based ink, recyclable materials, and decreased material…
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What is a Smart Rural Community?
Nancy J. White is the right person to answer the question, “What is a Smart Rural Community?”. As the General Manager of one of the first recipients of this award some ten years ago, White understands what it takes to receive this highly coveted designation. Fundamentally, it is about helping the community take advantage of…
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No Judgement – Just Solutions
In the above video, the Honorable Fred Moses highlights the critical role of broadband infrastructure, particularly in rural America, in enabling effective and equitable justice. His comments, filmed at NTCA’s SRC Live, summarize his participation in that event’s panel titled, Things in Society We Don’t Often Like to Talk About. Mose’s comments focus on the…
