Your action is vital to keeping the 900 Mhz network open to all!
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is currently allowing public comment on a proposal by NextNav Inc. that would reconfigure the 902-928 MHz band used by amateur radio and #Meshtastic, and replace it with a backup GPS system.
At the very least, this is likely to disrupt range and performance of Meshtastic devices- but the implications could be far wider.
Crichton at Meshtastic has a detailed writeup (https://meshtastic.org/blog/meshtastic-opposition-to-nextnav-proposed-changes/) at the Meshtastic blog, as well as a published opposition letter (https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0071/3772/files/Opposition_Letter.pdf) from Meshtastic President JM Casler. We encourage all to read Crichton's post to get a full understanding of the FCC proposal and the negative effects it would have on the Meshtastic community.
Take action before September 20th, 2024
The fastest way to take action is to submit an Express Comment at the FCC website. Here is a direct link with docket number pre-filled (https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/filings/express?proceeding%5Bname%5D=24-240).
https://store.rokland.com/blogs/news/help-us-protect-meshtastic
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Your action is vital to keeping the 900 Mhz network open to all!
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is currently allowing public comment on a proposal by NextNav Inc. that would reconfigure the 902-928 MHz band used by amateur radio and #Meshtastic, and replace it with a backup GPS system.
At the very least, this is likely to disrupt range and performance of Meshtastic devices- but the implications could be far wider.
Crichton at Meshtastic has a detailed writeup (https://meshtastic.org/blog/meshtastic-opposition-to-nextnav-proposed-changes/) at the Meshtastic blog, as well as a published opposition letter (https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0071/3772/files/Opposition_Letter.pdf) from Meshtastic President JM Casler. We encourage all to read Crichton's post to get a full understanding of the FCC proposal and the negative effects it would have on the Meshtastic community.
Take action before September 20th, 2024
The fastest way to take action is to submit an Express Comment at the FCC website. Here is a direct link with docket number pre-filled (https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/filings/express?proceeding%5Bname%5D=24-240).
https://store.rokland.com/blogs/news/help-us-protect-meshtastic
I will meet FCC commissioner Carr this week -- will ask him to vote with the people!
These Waymo self-driving cars are just excellent.
Booking these as much as possible the next few days here in San Francisco.
Third-Party Litigation Finance: Chinese Interference with the US Judicial System?
Obligatory self-driving taxi Waymo in San Francisco post
Kamala Harris + DOJ are blaming AI software tools used by landlords for high rent and housing costs.
Rather than weaponizing of our justice system against tech, officials should push what works to lower costs: BUILD, BABY, BUILD
—>my debut in the Washington Times
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/sep/3/banning-algorithms-wont-reduce-rents-or-create-mor/
yes. I have Turkish colleagues would prefer to be paid in BTC
unfortunately not, just a layover. But good to know! Is the meetup strong there? Some good Bitcoin-enabled businesses?
always a low IQ strategy
RSS and podcasting 2.0 game is still strong 💪
Prepping for a 13 hour flight. IST-SFO. Thankfully some internet on board.
Hell yeah, I’ve got a few near me. Time to pull the trigger
Peak fiat
Happy Brazil VPN solidarity Day
talk radio hit w/ Joe Cats on WRRN 99.5FM in Myrtle Beach, SC:
–Reality of alcohol taxes + competition
–Arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov and what it means for free speech online (protocols over platforms)
–Zuckerberg letter reveals government censorship and jawboning
–South Carolina as a nuclear energy powerhouse
–Ridding our system of farm and food subsidies for better health
