Spanish-based start-up FON struck with Time Warner Cable a pact allowing the MSO’s HSD subs to turn their connections into public wireless hotspots through FON. ISPs in the US have previously resisted such arrangements as it has the potential to cannibalize their service. The FON pact lets TW residential subs turn their connections into a free hotspot for FON members. Non-FON members can access the connection for $3/day—FON and TW would split those revenues. FON Membership requires buying a $40 FON router and then sharing your Internet connection.

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The FCC will get another moment in the Hill spotlight, with the House Communications Subcommittee to hold a hearing on oversight of the agency on Wednesday. It follows last month’s Senate Commerce FCC Oversight hearing. “The FCC ensures that every American has access to next-generation communication technologies,” said House Commerce Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-KY) and […]

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