Jon Brodkin is a Senior IT Reporter at Ars Technica. He specializes in the telecom industry, covering topics such as Federal Communications Commission rulemakings, broadband consumer affairs, and government regulation of the tech industry, while also delving into legal affairs and litigation. Jon has been featured in WIRED, Maverick Studios, The Hoops News, and Tech News Tube.
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Jon Brodkin's coverage primarily revolves around legal and regulatory aspects within the technology industry, with a particular focus on high-profile figures such as Elon Musk and companies like SpaceX. He also delves into government announcements related to technology.
Given this focus, pitches should provide insights from legal or regulatory experts in the technology sector, specifically those who can offer unique perspectives on cases involving prominent tech personalities or major corporations. As Jon's geographic focus is national (United States), sources with expertise in US laws and regulations would be particularly relevant for his coverage.
Additionally, considering his interest in privacy & cybersecurity topics along with false advertising issues, offering expert commentary or analysis related to these areas could also pique his interest.
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By: Jon Brodkin
A roundup of executive orders issued by Trump after his second inauguration.
Dismantled Cyber Safety Review Board was investigating Salt Typhoon telecom hack. The helicopter with outgoing US President Joe Biden and first lady Dr.
By: Jon Brodkin
photo of Trump admin fires security board investigating Chinese hack of large ISPs image The Department of Homeland Security has terminated all members of advisory committees, including one that has been investigating a major Chinese hack of large US telecom firms. "The Cyber Safety Review Board—a Department of Homeland Security investigatory body stood up under a Biden-era cybersecurity…
Chairman Brendan Carr revives bias complaints against CBS, ABC, and NBC stations.
By: Jon Brodkin
photo of Trump’s FCC chair gets to work on punishing TV news stations accused of bias image Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr has revived three complaints against broadcast stations accused of bias against President Donald Trump. Outgoing Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel last week directed the FCC to dismiss the complaints against CBS, ABC, and NBC stations, along with a fourth…
Optimum wasn't ready to comply with law, rejected low-income man's request twice.
By: Jon Brodkin
photo of ISP failed to comply with New York’s $15 broadband law—until Ars got involved image When New York's law requiring $15 or $20 broadband plans for people with low incomes took effect last week, Optimum customer William O'Brien tried to sign up for the cheap Internet service. Since O'Brien is in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), he qualifies for one of the affordable plans…
By: Jon Brodkin
photo of FCC chair nixes plan to boost broadband competition in apartment buildings image Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr has dropped the previous administration's proposal to ban bulk billing deals that require tenants to pay for a specific provider's Internet service. In March 2024, then-Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed a ban on arrangements in which "tenants are…
By: Jon Brodkin
photo of Senator Ted Cruz is trying to block Wi-Fi hotspots for schoolchildren image US Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) is trying to block a plan to distribute Wi-Fi hotspots to schoolchildren, claiming it will lead to unsupervised Internet usage, endanger kids, and possibly restrict kids' exposure to conservative viewpoints. "The government shouldn't be complicit in harming students or impeding…
By: Jon Brodkin
Brendan Carr described as “Trump’s Censorship Czar” as he launches media probes.
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