Panel Discussion - Exploring the challenges and opportunities of upcoming Federal broadband funding

Across the US, there are numerous sources of public funding available, including the famous $42bn of BEAD. As these programs mature and BEAD distributions begin, we will see its impact on fibre markets. This session will Explore:

• The progress of different states in distributing funding and timelines for initial deployments.
• How we can overcome the challenges facing applicants, from pre-qualification requirements to securing credit.
• The potential bottlenecks and mitigation facing new deployments in construction and supply.