ICLE on Starlink

An ICLE post on the importance of technological neutrality in broadband rollout was cited by the Pelican Institute in a post about the topic. You can read the full piece here.

Tech neutrality is a free market approach to the challenges of connectivity. The International Center for Law and Economics examined the success of Starlink and the speed of 5G fixed wireless, both alternative internet technologies. They concluded, “these developments underscore a crucial point: technology-neutral policies can foster innovation and competition. By allowing different solutions to compete on their merits, we drive providers to improve their offerings, leading to better service and lower prices for consumers.” Notably, Louisiana’s broadband office,ConnectLA, committed early on to remain tech neutral.