New rules for attaching internet cables to utility poles are now in effect

The US government has finalized new rules for how internet providers attach their cables to utility poles. This means it should now be faster and cheaper for companies to expand broadband internet access.

For years, internet companies have complained about the cost and delays of getting permission to attach their cables to existing utility poles. These new rules aim to streamline that process, making it easier to build out internet infrastructure. This could speed up broadband deployment, especially in rural areas where building new poles is too expensive.