Jessica Rosenworcel
@jrosenworcel.bsky.social
The future belongs to the connected. Former Chairwoman of the FCC. Always an impatient optimist. Mom, wife, inveterate coffee drinker.
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As the US faces “the worst telecommunications hack in our nation’s history,” by China’s Salt Typhoon hackers, the outgoing FCC chair is determined to bolster network security if it’s the last thing she does.
The FCC’s Jessica Rosenworcel Isn’t Leaving Without a Fight
As the US faces “the worst telecommunications hack in our nation’s history,” by China’s Salt Typhoon hackers, the outgoing FCC chair is determined to bolster network security if it’s the last thing sh...
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January 17, 2025 at 7:26 PM
As the US faces “the worst telecommunications hack in our nation’s history,” by China’s Salt Typhoon hackers, the outgoing FCC chair is determined to bolster network security if it’s the last thing she does.
Not leaving without a fight. Because network threats to national security deserve a serious response.
www.wired.com/story/the-fc...
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The FCC’s Jessica Rosenworcel Isn’t Leaving Without a Fight
As the US faces “the worst telecommunications hack in our nation’s history,” by China’s Salt Typhoon hackers, the outgoing FCC chair is determined to bolster network security if it’s the last thing sh...
www.wired.com
January 17, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Not leaving without a fight. Because network threats to national security deserve a serious response.
www.wired.com/story/the-fc...
www.wired.com/story/the-fc...
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A big deal from @brianstelter.bsky.social’s Reliable Sources:
The outgoing FCC is rejecting efforts to weaponize the government’s TV licensing authority for political purposes.
She said the agency needs to “take a stand on behalf of the First Amendment.”
www.cnn.com/2025/01/16/m...
The outgoing FCC is rejecting efforts to weaponize the government’s TV licensing authority for political purposes.
She said the agency needs to “take a stand on behalf of the First Amendment.”
www.cnn.com/2025/01/16/m...
Outgoing FCC chair rejects high-profile TV petitions as attempt to set ‘dangerous precedent’ | CNN Business
The outgoing Democratic chair of the Federal Communications Commission is taking bold action on the way out the door, rejecting what she described as four efforts to weaponize the government’s TV lice...
www.cnn.com
January 16, 2025 at 2:06 PM
A big deal from @brianstelter.bsky.social’s Reliable Sources:
The outgoing FCC is rejecting efforts to weaponize the government’s TV licensing authority for political purposes.
She said the agency needs to “take a stand on behalf of the First Amendment.”
www.cnn.com/2025/01/16/m...
The outgoing FCC is rejecting efforts to weaponize the government’s TV licensing authority for political purposes.
She said the agency needs to “take a stand on behalf of the First Amendment.”
www.cnn.com/2025/01/16/m...
Had my last meeting as the first Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission today. Made me think of this photograph of telephone operators. It was what women used to be able to do in communications technology. We have come a long way, but it is so important that the first is not the last.
January 15, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Had my last meeting as the first Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission today. Made me think of this photograph of telephone operators. It was what women used to be able to do in communications technology. We have come a long way, but it is so important that the first is not the last.
As they work through the fires, Los Angeles broadcasters are providing a powerful lesson in why local news matters—for all of us.
January 11, 2025 at 7:11 PM
As they work through the fires, Los Angeles broadcasters are providing a powerful lesson in why local news matters—for all of us.
When you get an emergency notification on your phone it should be in a format you understand. The FCC just made it possible to get these warnings in more than a dozen languages—and American Sign Language. It’s going to help more people in more places stay safe.
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FCC Paves Way for Multilingual Wireless Emergency Alerts
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January 8, 2025 at 4:47 PM
When you get an emergency notification on your phone it should be in a format you understand. The FCC just made it possible to get these warnings in more than a dozen languages—and American Sign Language. It’s going to help more people in more places stay safe.
www.fcc.gov/document/fcc...
www.fcc.gov/document/fcc...
Ready to go with the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark. Because we all want the internet connected devices we bring into our homes and businesses to be secure.
Proud of the work the FCC did to make this happen.
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Proud of the work the FCC did to make this happen.
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US government set to launch its Cyber Trust Mark cybersecurity labeling program for internet-connected devices in 2025 | TechCrunch
The cybersecurity consumer labeling program will launch in 2025, the Biden administration confirmed, after initially slated for last year.
techcrunch.com
January 7, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Ready to go with the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark. Because we all want the internet connected devices we bring into our homes and businesses to be secure.
Proud of the work the FCC did to make this happen.
techcrunch.com/2025/01/07/u...
Proud of the work the FCC did to make this happen.
techcrunch.com/2025/01/07/u...
Today and every day, remember Eugene Goodman.
January 6, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Today and every day, remember Eugene Goodman.
Thoughts on network security, national security, AI, and my time at the FCC.
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Exit interview: FCC’s Jessica Rosenworcel discusses her legacy on cybersecurity, AI and regulation
The outgoing chair weighs in on how the FCC has addressed newer technologies, efforts to respond to Chinese intrusions into U.S. telecom networks, and regulating AI in political ads.
cyberscoop.com
January 3, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Thoughts on network security, national security, AI, and my time at the FCC.
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Consumers across the country have told us again and again they want an internet that is fast, open and fair. With this decision it is clear Congress now needs to heed their call, take up the charge for net neutrality and put open internet principles in federal law.
www.nytimes.com/2025/01/02/t...
www.nytimes.com/2025/01/02/t...
FCC’s Net Neutrality Rules Struck Down by Federal Appeals Court
After nearly two decades of fighting, the battle over regulations that treat broadband providers like utilities came to an end on Thursday.
www.nytimes.com
January 2, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Consumers across the country have told us again and again they want an internet that is fast, open and fair. With this decision it is clear Congress now needs to heed their call, take up the charge for net neutrality and put open internet principles in federal law.
www.nytimes.com/2025/01/02/t...
www.nytimes.com/2025/01/02/t...
Sometimes cleaning out the office yields unexpected gems, like the artwork my kids stuffed into an unassuming file years ago.
December 23, 2024 at 6:04 PM
Sometimes cleaning out the office yields unexpected gems, like the artwork my kids stuffed into an unassuming file years ago.
Winter Solstice. From here on out, every day a little lighter, a little brighter.
December 21, 2024 at 8:57 PM
Winter Solstice. From here on out, every day a little lighter, a little brighter.
Thank you to NASA and especially Administrator Bill Nelson. He’s been a great colleague, a supporter of my efforts at the FCC to build the first-ever Space Bureau, and a terrific long-time public servant.
December 19, 2024 at 5:40 PM
Thank you to NASA and especially Administrator Bill Nelson. He’s been a great colleague, a supporter of my efforts at the FCC to build the first-ever Space Bureau, and a terrific long-time public servant.
At the FCC we launched the first-ever Space Bureau, rethinking and reimagining how we approach space communications. Got to talk about that yesterday with satellite folks and U.S. Space Command. Ad astra!
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Chairwoman Rosenworcel Capstone Speech on Space Bureau Accomplishments
FCC Chairwoman spoke to U.S. Space Command and Satellite Industry Association at the Commercial Satcom Workshop in Crystal City, Virginia
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December 18, 2024 at 4:10 PM
At the FCC we launched the first-ever Space Bureau, rethinking and reimagining how we approach space communications. Got to talk about that yesterday with satellite folks and U.S. Space Command. Ad astra!
www.fcc.gov/document/cha...
www.fcc.gov/document/cha...
The FCC should make decisions about communications based on the record, based on the facts, and based on the law, and not based on the whims coming out of the White House or the grievances of the President.
www.politico.com/news/2024/12...
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‘The FCC has no business threatening to take away broadcast licenses’
Outgoing FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel says the agency should not make decisions based on the "grievances of the president."
www.politico.com
December 16, 2024 at 4:11 PM
The FCC should make decisions about communications based on the record, based on the facts, and based on the law, and not based on the whims coming out of the White House or the grievances of the President.
www.politico.com/news/2024/12...
www.politico.com/news/2024/12...
FCC monthly meeting getting going. Augmented and virtual reality in the 6 GHz band, broadband buildout, more.
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Live
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December 11, 2024 at 3:29 PM
FCC monthly meeting getting going. Augmented and virtual reality in the 6 GHz band, broadband buildout, more.
www.fcc.gov/live
www.fcc.gov/live
“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.”
Words to live by from former Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, who would have turned 100 today.
Words to live by from former Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, who would have turned 100 today.
November 30, 2024 at 4:57 PM
“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.”
Words to live by from former Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, who would have turned 100 today.
Words to live by from former Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, who would have turned 100 today.
Bo optimistic there’s some turkey headed his way later. Happy Thanksgiving.
November 28, 2024 at 5:12 PM
Bo optimistic there’s some turkey headed his way later. Happy Thanksgiving.
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The FCC fined Eken, a video doorbell manufacturer, following a Consumer Reports investigation which flagged registration problems and uncovered significant security vulnerabilities
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FCC proposes fine against video doorbell manufacturer following Consumer Reports investigation
Washington, DC – Earlier today, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposed a $734,872 fine against Eken, a Hong Kong, China-based smart home device manufacturer, for…
advocacy.consumerreports.org
November 25, 2024 at 9:58 PM
The FCC fined Eken, a video doorbell manufacturer, following a Consumer Reports investigation which flagged registration problems and uncovered significant security vulnerabilities
advocacy.consumerreports.org/press_releas...
advocacy.consumerreports.org/press_releas...
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Chair Rosenworcel transformed the FCC to stand up for the American people when it comes to tech and telecom.
From delivering affordable broadband to boosting public safety, the list goes on. Americans in every state benefited from her leadership.
From delivering affordable broadband to boosting public safety, the list goes on. Americans in every state benefited from her leadership.
Today Chairwoman Rosenworcel announced she will depart the FCC on January 20.
As the first woman in history to be confirmed to lead this agency, she's done more than enough to cement a legacy of success focused on building a digital future that works for everyone. 🧵
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As the first woman in history to be confirmed to lead this agency, she's done more than enough to cement a legacy of success focused on building a digital future that works for everyone. 🧵
www.reuters.com/world/us/ros...
Rosenworcel to step down as US Federal Communications Commission chair on Jan. 20
Federal Communications Commission Chair Jessica Rosenworcel said on Wednesday she will step down from the agency that oversees U.S. telecommunications companies on Jan. 20 when Donald Trump assumes the presidency.
www.reuters.com
November 22, 2024 at 4:15 PM
Chair Rosenworcel transformed the FCC to stand up for the American people when it comes to tech and telecom.
From delivering affordable broadband to boosting public safety, the list goes on. Americans in every state benefited from her leadership.
From delivering affordable broadband to boosting public safety, the list goes on. Americans in every state benefited from her leadership.
It’s been a wild ride and great honor to be the first woman confirmed to lead the Federal Communications Commission. Grateful to the President for the opportunity, the Senate for confirmation and the staff for our efforts to build a digital future that works for everyone.
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Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel Announces Departure from FCC
FCC Chairwoman announced she intends to depart the FCC on January 20, 2025.
www.fcc.gov
November 21, 2024 at 3:01 PM
It’s been a wild ride and great honor to be the first woman confirmed to lead the Federal Communications Commission. Grateful to the President for the opportunity, the Senate for confirmation and the staff for our efforts to build a digital future that works for everyone.
www.fcc.gov/document/cha...
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Cape Town, you’re a beaut. 48 hours at Africa Tech was terrific but also too short.
November 16, 2024 at 7:51 PM
Cape Town, you’re a beaut. 48 hours at Africa Tech was terrific but also too short.