Michael Grotticelli
Latest articles by Michael Grotticelli

Live streaming takes off after 'Occupy' demonstrations
By Michael Grotticelli published
The "Occupy Wall Street" movement elevated streaming technology and made it a force to be reckoned with.

FCC adopts CALM rules
By Michael Grotticelli published
The new rules are based on the Advanced Television Systems Committee's (ATSC) A/85 Recommended Practice ("ATSC A/85 RP").

FCC grants waiver for satellite broadband network
By Michael Grotticelli published
LightSquared’s proposal is seen as a way to spur competition in the wireless marketplace.

NAB tells commission to leave local market definitions alone
By Michael Grotticelli published
The FCC is preparing a status report for Congress on reauthorization of the Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act.

FCC approves plans for presidential alert broadcasts
By Michael Grotticelli published
The new capability would allow the White House to quickly and directly alert Americans of impending danger.

FCC approves companies to manage white spaces databases
By Michael Grotticelli published
The commission has granted nine companies, including Google, the opportunity to manage databases that will coordinate the usage of wireless spectrum.

FCC approves LTE for emergency responder network
By Michael Grotticelli published
Long Term Evolution technology will be the standard for interoperability between broadband equipment used during standard operations and emergencies.
Study predicts government will reap $33 billion from broadcast spectrum auction
By Michael Grotticelli published
The CTIA and CEA have jointly submitted a white paper to the FCC explaining how they arrived at such a “deficit-offsetting revenue” number.

JVC proposes bonded 4G to replace microwave ENG vehicles
By Michael Grotticelli published
The company is sharing research with broadcasters that could influence or change the way they produce news in the near future.

Riedel joins AVnu Alliance to promote IEEE 802.1 as AV Bridging standard
By Michael Grotticelli published
The company will help expand AVB network installations throughout its audio communication product lines.

Panasonic lowers P2 card price
By Michael Grotticelli published
The company has announced an average 20 percent decrease in cost for its P2 cards: The 64GB card is now 30 percent cheaper.

New broadband map shows gaps in U.S. coverage
By Michael Grotticelli published
Only 60 percent of rural households use broadband Internet service, according to the Department of Commerce.

Ericsson Voyager II platform packs more features in smaller package
By Michael Grotticelli published
The new Voyager II packs power and functionality into its compact chassis.
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