63. Net Neutrality with Nathan Leamer

The Evolution and Impact of Net Neutrality with Nathan Leamer   In this episode of The 5G Guys, hosts Wayne Smith and Dan McVaugh discuss net neutrality with guest Nathan Leamer, former policy advisor to FCC Chairman Ajit Pai, and current CEO of Fixed Gear Strategies. They explore net neutrality's origins, implications, and future, including its initial introduction, the political debates surrounding it, and its potential effects on innovation and consumer access. Nathan shares insights from his diverse career in tech policy, from Capitol Hill to founding his consulting firm, and highlights ongoing issues like digital discrimination and the digital divide. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on how regulatory policies shape the internet landscape and what that means for consumers and innovation.     __________________________ Connect With Our Guest __________________________      Nathan Leamer on X ➡︎ https://x.com/NathanLeamerDC      Nathan Leamer on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-leamer-0558b138/      Fixed Gear Strategies on LinkedIn ➡︎ https://www.linkedin.com/company/fixed-gear-strategies/   __________________________ Connect With Our Sponsor __________________________      Vertex Innovations ➡︎ https://vertex-us.com/   __________________________ Connect With Us __________________________      5G Guys Website ➡︎  https://5gguys.com        Social:        ·       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5Gguys      ·       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12515882      ·       X: https://twitter.com/5gGuys   _______________________________ Submit Your Ideas or Feedback ➡︎ https://5gguys.com/contact-2 _______________________________ Subscribe to the 5G Guys Weekly Newsletter ➡︎ https://mailchi.mp/5gguys/subscribe-to-the-5g-guys _______________________________ ⏰Episode Minute-by-Minute⏰ 00:00 Preview 01:30 Introduction and Welcome 02:11 Guest Introduction: Nathan Leamer 02:54 Nathan's Background and Career Journey 05:25 Defining Net Neutrality 05:38 Historical Context of Net Neutrality 09:21 Net Neutrality and Consumer Impact 09:53 Technological Advancements and Net Neutrality 10:59 Restoring Internet Freedom Order 11:45 Global Perspectives on Internet Regulation 13:03 Current Debates and Legal Frameworks 17:51 Potential Impacts on Network Management 19:29 AI and Network Management 22:03 Digital Discrimination and DEI 23:39 Future of Net Neutrality 26:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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