Feds win control of the Internet
The “FCC just lost the battle ‘but can finally win the war’ …”
http://www.wired.com/opinion/2014/01/one-talking-comes-net-neutrality/
Net Neutrality to end ?
Judges in Washington have just struck down the FCC’s Open Internet Order due to mistakes made when the agency adopted its Net Neutrality rules.
See this article for more information: http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304049704579320500441593462?mod=djemalertNEWS
Broadband Survey
Asheville, NC (October 15, 2013) – Recently, NC Secretary of Commerce Sharon Decker sent out an email asking for folks to participate in a survey that will “.. provide a more robust understanding of broadband’s impact on the state’s economy.” If you have received this, or want to partake as either an individual or corporation, check out this link. If you want to find out more, click on WRAL’s story here.
Bradley Cain Receives ’40 Under Forty’ Award
Asheville, NC (September 27, 2013) – Last night the Biltmore Beacon, in cooperation with the Young Professionals of Asheville, hosted its annual awards gala honoring forty of Asheville’s young leaders. Bradley Cain, the ERC’s Chief Operating Officer, was honored with a ‘40 Under Forty‘ award for his specific commitment to expanding the operations of the ERC as well for his commitment to the greater Asheville community through service on various Boards and committees. The ERC congratulates Bradley for receiving this honor and looks forward to his continued pursuit of excellence as part of the ERC team.