Month: October 2026

The Court Case That Shows Why Connectivity Is No Longer Optional

Issue: Whether the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) had the legal authority to create the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC), which administers the Universal Service Fund.
Holding: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit found that Congress did not specifically authorize the FCC to establish USAC, concluding that doing so violated the Government Corporation Control Act.
Decision date: October 15, 2026 (it’s worth noting that the ruling came nearly 30 years after USAC was established in 1997)

The Growing Importance of Cybersecurity in Business Communications

As communication tools have become more advanced, they’ve also become a prime target for cybercriminals. Business communications often contain sensitive information, making them attractive entry points for attackers looking to gain access to systems, data, or financial resources. As a result, cybersecurity has moved from an IT consideration to a business priority.