@DavidsonNTIA

Former account for Assistant Secretary of Commerce and NTIA Administrator, 2022-25. Connecting the unconnected. Building a better Internet.

 Washington, DC
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Joined January 2022
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It has been an incredible honor to serve these last 3 years as NTIA Administrator, connecting the unconnected and building a better Internet. With gratitude, now passing the baton to the dedicated team @NTIAgov. Onward! ntia.gov/other-publication/2…
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Today we announced Idaho’s Digital Equity Capacity award, which gives the state $6.3M to teach cybersecurity and digital skills training, provide technical support and devices, and more. Congratulations to Idaho!
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So honored to accept the Newton N. Minow Award from @UCCMediaJustice Tuesday. Chair Minow called us all to embrace the critical role government must play to ensure new technologies serve the public interest.
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I was humbled to receive the award, but it really reflects the hard work of @NTIAgov’s terrific staff.
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Today @NTIAgov announced four more approved BEAD Initial Proposals. These great plans by GA, IA, MN, and SC build on the 100s of thousands of homes already connected by the Administration’s broadband programs.
NTIA@NTIAgov26 Sep 2024
Today we approved BEAD Initial Proposals for Georgia, Iowa, Minnesota, and South Carolina, allowing them to request more than $2.9b in #InternetforAll funding combined. Congratulations to these states for their hard work! internetforall.gov/news-medi…
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From digital skills to #AI and connectivity, I was thrilled to share @NTIAgov’s work at #UNGA79.
NTIA@NTIAgov24 Sep 2024
NTIA was busy at #UNGA79 to discuss #AI policy issues, connectivity and more. Some highlights below 👇
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NTIA is hard at work with our #DigitalEquity programs. Today we opened the application window for the Native Entity Digital Equity Capacity and Planning Grant Program, which will help Native communities fully participate in the digital world.
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You can find more details on eligibility and how to apply here: broadbandusa.ntia.gov/fundin…
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I enjoyed celebrating Nebraska’s Initial Proposal announcement together and in-person with State Broadband Director Patrick Haggerty. @NTIAgov has now announced 44 approved BEAD Initial Proposals. #InternetforAll
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NTIA@NTIAgov18 Sep 2024
📰#NEWS: Today we announced our approval of Nebraska’s Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Initial Proposal! This announcement brings the state and the country another step closer to #InternetforAll. internetforall.gov/news-medi…
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I’m super-excited to head to my alma mater this week for a discussion on AI policy and the need for technologists in policymaking. Join us at the MIT-IBM AI Watson Lab or tune in at: research.ibm.com/events/open…
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It will take academia, civil society, industry and government working together to fully realize the potential of responsible AI. Thank you to @MIT and @IBMResearch for hosting some terrific conversations on that topic yesterday.
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It’s not enough to connect everyone to high-speed Internet. We also need a workforce with 21st century digital skills. I am proud to see @NTIAgov-funded programs empowering students to pursue careers in IT.
NTIA@NTIAgov13 Sep 2024
#InternetforAll = Workforce Opportunities. Read our latest #ConnectingUS blog to learn how an NTIA-funded program @PhoenixCollege helped these students start new careers in IT. internetforall.gov/blog/new-…
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I was pleased to meet with Takuo Imagawa from Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications @MIC_JAPAN - @NTIAgov’s “sister agency” - on #AI, 5G, OpenRAN, cybersecurity, disinformation & other shared priorities. I look forward to our continued close partnership.
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Getting everyone online requires accurate data. That is why I am so pleased to announce Project LEIA (Local Estimates of Internet Adoption): a joint effort between @NTIAgov and @uscensusbureau to develop more precise estimates of Internet adoption in smaller areas of the country.
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We want to hear from you on how we can improve this project. Send your comments here: ntia.gov/programs-and-initia…
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As demand for AI and other emerging technology research grows, we need the right infrastructure to support it. Today @NTIAgov launched an inquiry to see how federal policy can support the growth of U.S. data centers to meet this upcoming demand ntia.gov/press-release/2024/…
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We want to hear from you. Leave your comments here: ntia.gov/programs-and-initia…
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If you’re looking for podcast recommendations for your Labor Day weekend travels, I highly recommend the @marketplace BEAD series with @kairyssdal.
NTIA@NTIAgov27 Aug 2024
LISTEN: @kairyssdal and the @marketplace team learn firsthand how the fiber optic cable for our BEAD program is made—and how American workers are manufacturing it! #InternetforAll marketplace.org/2024/08/26/u…

The U.S. is investing billions of dollars in fiber internet. Here’s what makes it run.

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#InternetforAll isn’t just a connectivity program – it’s a digital skills, manufacturing, and jobs program. I enjoyed traveling to Michigan this week to discuss all aspects of our work to close the digital divide 🧵
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We also joined @WhiteHouseOPE46 Director Steve Benjamin and @CityofDetroit’s Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison for an inspiring Digital Equity Community Conversation with local entrepreneurs and community members
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The work being done in Michigan is part of a larger movement that will help all Americans connect and thrive online. Learn more about what's next for Michigan and the rest of the country on InternetforAll.Gov
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