News: Category Archives: Equity & Access
A Decade of Bringing California Public Libraries State-of-the-Art Broadband on the CENIC Network
California’s libraries are not just places to borrow books; they are community hubs, educational anchors, and gateways to opportunity. The next decade depends on bold goals and continued investments in our libraries to ensure they remain that way.
North American Research and Education Organizations Launch New Experimental Network and Exchange Collaboration: NA-REX
Seven advanced research and education (R&E) networks and exchange point consortia are collaborating to establish the North America – Research Education Exchange (NA-REX) connecting global exchange points in North America.
CENIC Honors San Diego State University and the San Diego Supercomputer Center for their Roles in Developing the Technology Infrastructure for Data Exploration (TIDE) Project
CENIC honors San Diego State University and the San Diego Supercomputer Center with 2024 Innovations in Networking Award for their roles in developing the Technology Infrastructure for Data Exploration (TIDE) Project.
CENIC Recognizes Pacific Northwest Gigapop for Efforts that Expand Research and Education Networking in North America and Beyond
The Pacific Northwest Gigapop (PNWGP) has been selected to receive the CENIC 2024 Award for Network Partner in recognition of its outstanding achievements in high-bandwidth networking.
CENIC Recognizes CSU San Bernardino's High Performance Computing Program for Improving CSU Access to National Research Platform Resources
High Performance Computing Program at CSU San Bernardino receives CENIC 2024 Innovations in Award for Research Applications for its work supporting faculty who wish to avail themselves of all the National Research Platform has to offer.
CENIC Recognizes Tribal Broadband Bootcamp for Fostering a Network of Indigenous People to Improve Broadband Access and Adoption on Tribal Lands
The Tribal Broadband Bootcamp receives the CENIC 2024 Innovations in Networking Award for Broadband Applications in recognition of its success in fostering a network of Indigenous people working across Tribal lands to build broadband networks.
Register for Marconi Society Panel on Connecting California: From Community Perspectives to Funded Projects
Register for Marconi Society Panel on Connecting California: From Community Perspectives to Funded Projects -- Join the Marconi Society, CENIC and GOLDENSTATENET leadership, and community and broadband leaders from California.
State Begins Construction on 10,000-mile Broadband Network to Bring High-Speed Internet Service to All Californians
SACRAMENTO – On the heels of Governor Gavin Newsom’s $6.5 billion investment to expand broadband infrastructure and enhance internet access for unserved and underserved communities, today construction began in rural San Diego County on the first leg of the 10,000-mile broadband network aimed at bringing high-speed internet services to all Californians, no matter where they live.
GSN: California Governor Newsom Announces Initial Middle-Mile Projects
On November 18th, the Governor’s Office announced the initial 18 broadband projects that will begin to comprise the middle-mile network. These initial projects span areas of need across the state, including rural, tribal, and urban communities.
State Selects CENIC California MMBI as Third-Party Administrator for Broadband Middle-Mile Network
As the TPA, CENIC California MMBI is the partner responsible for developing the fiber network, creating rural exchange points, and collaborating with the California Public Utilities Commission and CalTrans.