David Shepardson
Recent articles by David Shepardson
Major US airline CEOs warn 5G could ground some planes, wreak havoc
When new cellular services go live.
Jan 18 2022 6:41AM
Boeing, Airbus executives urge delay in US 5G deployment
Warn of harms to aviation safety.
Dec 22 2021 1:51AM
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Google, Meta undersea data cable recommended for approval
To handle growing internet traffic with Asia.
Dec 20 2021 12:25AM
US opposes China Telecom's bid to continue operating
As part of appeal by the telco to having its authorisation revoked.
Nov 25 2021 6:56AM
Biden signs legislation to tighten US restrictions on Huawei, ZTE
Prevents companies from receiving new equipment licences.
Nov 12 2021 1:10PM
US FAA has 'deep concern' about 5G network plan on aviation safety
Plans to issue a formal warning about the issue.
Nov 1 2021 1:04PM
FCC revokes authorisation of China Telecom's US unit
Citing national security concerns.
Oct 27 2021 12:18PM
US NTSB head criticises Tesla over vehicle self-driving beta
As safety concerns linger.
Oct 26 2021 7:16AM
US Senate panel to hold new hearing on social media impact on young users
'Big Tech is facing its Big Tobacco moment'.
Oct 20 2021 12:15PM
US telecom regulator circulates Boeing satellite plan for approval
Company wants to launch and operate 147 satellites.
Oct 11 2021 12:13PM
US identifies 12th Tesla assisted systems car crash involving emergency vehicle
Hits a patrol car.
Sep 2 2021 6:33AM
Groups urge Biden to nominate FCC commissioner to speed net neutrality reinstatement
Repealed under the prior administration.
Jun 15 2021 12:44PM
US chip funding could result in seven to 10 new factories
US$52 billion boost proposed.
May 26 2021 12:07PM
Biden revokes Trump order that sought to limit social media firms' protections
Viewed as a retaliatory response.
May 17 2021 12:55PM
US FCC approves SpaceX satellite deployment plan
To deploy some Starlink satellites at a lower earth orbit than planned.
Apr 28 2021 12:22PM
Two US senators make new push to advance self-driving cars
Call for greater exemptions from 'human' safety standards.
Apr 23 2021 6:45AM
US Senate readying legislation on semiconductors, Biden says
As the nation wrestles with ongoing shortages.
Apr 8 2021 11:55AM
US ITC to investigate Ericsson patent infringement claims against Samsung
Company says some 5G wireless cellular patents have been violated.
Feb 17 2021 12:58PM
White House says US govt working to address auto chip shortage
Tries to identify supply chain chokepoints.
Feb 12 2021 12:50PM
Facebook faces US lawsuits that could force sale of Instagram, WhatsApp
Over alleged anti-competitive behaviour.
Dec 10 2020 12:22PM
