June 2016

This week presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton released her campaign’s Tech & Innovation Agenda, which included a significant commitment to increasing broadband access if she were to be elected. The largest commitment in the Agenda was that “by 2020, 100 percent of households in America will have the option of affordable broadband that delivers speeds […]

  Ammon, Idaho’s municipal fiber network has drawn national attention for its unique build-out and operation. Next Century Cities is excited to join with the Institute of Local Self Reliance (ILSR) to release a new video profile about Ammon’s cutting-edge network and their award-winning application using that high-speed network to save lives.   There is

The science behind Wi-Fi technology can seem abstract and disconnected from its day-to-day use by consumers. However, recent technological developments present a real threat to the speed and reliability of Wi-Fi networks that so many of us use today. Next Century Cities held a webinar for our members this week to offer more information and

  While broadband has the power to help communities thrive, many barriers still exist that prevent residents from experiencing the benefits of access. In response, communities across the country are working with partners to bridge the digital divide. Next Century Cities recently held a webinar to discuss local digital inclusion efforts in member areas. This