Michigan is moving ahead with $1.45 billion in broadband agreements with 23 providers, setting the stage for expanded high-speed internet access across nearly 200,000 homes, businesses and community locations statewide. Read more: ow.ly/tRCr5100uS5

SpaceX is reportedly in talks to secure access to at least 80,000 U.S. cell sites as it explores building a fourth nationwide wireless network. The discussions could create a significant new source of demand for tower infrastructure. Read more: ow.ly/kfLU5100v6c

Crown Castle is sharpening its focus as a pure-play U.S. tower operator, w/Q3 results reflecting improved margins, customer relationships & continued efforts to drive operating efficiencies, modernize systems & increase land ownership beneath its towers ow.ly/7Atr5100uNm

Louisiana is taking a new approach to the infrastructure impacts of broadband expansion, creating a fund to address utility damage tied to deployment. What could the move mean for providers, utilities and future buildouts? ow.ly/xybQ51006Cq

Industry leaders gathered at WIA’s Infrastructure Developers Forum in D.C. to discuss emerging technologies, regulatory developments & the future of wireless infrastructure. Harmoni Towers CEO Macheras helped kick off the event & later moderated the panel. ow.ly/WyuF50ZZO1W

AT&T’s Advanced Connectivity strategy is beginning to show momentum, with network investment and expansion efforts taking shape across the business. What’s driving the initiative and where could it lead next? Read more: ow.ly/Fnwi51006hO

Looking for the companies, products & services supporting today’s digital infrastructure market? The 2026 Inside Towers Buyer’s Guide brings industry resources together in 1 place for finding potential partners across the wireless infrastructure ecosystem ow.ly/UV3i50ZZPNw

Crown Castle’s Q3 results tell a mixed story, with lower profit but a stronger outlook for the rest of 2026. What’s driving the shift — and what does it signal for the tower market? Read more: ow.ly/Apmr510035y

Infrastructure sales at Valmont Industries, Inc. rose 9.1 percent year over year in Q3, supported by strength in utility and coatings markets. The quarter also reflected softer North American telecom volumes as carriers shifted capital spending priorities. ow.ly/8UbO50ZZI8F

Cyberattack that exposed sensitive information from nearly 59K CT residents is resulting in a $625K settlement for Frontier Communications. The agreement also requires stronger cybersecurity controls, employee training & independent security assessments. ow.ly/G3Jq50ZZHZU

High-capacity fiber will be part of the conversation at WISPAPALOOZA 2026, where @FIBERLIGHT_LLC will be at Booth #105. The company designs, builds & operates fiber networks from TX to FL & north to D.C. Stop by the booth Nov. 2–5 to meet the team. ow.ly/v0JO50ZXGlx

SpaceX is growing fast, but the investment behind that growth is substantial. Q3 results offer a closer look at the costs tied to its expanding satellite and mobile ambitions. ow.ly/XNJ450ZZG4G

Fiber vandalism continues to disrupt service. Spectrum restored connectivity in parts of California after damaged fiber lines caused outages, highlighting ongoing network reliability and public safety concerns. ow.ly/5MCv50ZZkfX

AST SpaceMobile is teaming with four of Europe’s largest mobile operators to explore satellite-to-smartphone connectivity, a move that could expand coverage while keeping carriers at the center of the customer relationship. ow.ly/iHVK50ZZjAy

A federal appeals court ruling is raising new questions about the FCC’s authority over the organization that administers the USF. The decision could have broader implications for how billions of dollars in telecom contributions are collected & distributed. ow.ly/Ul4g50ZZjwf

Winning new #telecom work can create a challenge of its own: having enough working capital to actually execute the project. Kapwork CEO & Co-Founder Vergara & CTO Thomas discuss why contractors should think about financing before an award arrives. ow.ly/cmE750ZZ67k

Nevada Redirects $52M in Broadband Funding as Federal Deadline Nears ow.ly/wikg50ZYWF9

A new cable support option from Valmont’s PIM Shield® line uses an all-polymer, fully dielectric cushion designed for hanger sizes from 1/2" to 2-1/4". An internal web helps cradle the cable and distribute contact across the cushion. Learn more: ow.ly/uBN750ZXjxT

Star Wars: T-Mobile Removes Starlink Name from Its T-Satellite Website ow.ly/hFnL50ZYWm9

Data Center Pause Could Trigger Recession, BlackRock CEO Warns ow.ly/uT0L50ZYTh7