ALLvanza’s Articles
ALLvanza’s ArticlesWarner Brothers Sale Could Write a New Chapter for Consumers—or Not
Only a few short years ago the rapid proliferation of streaming video services was starting to open a new [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesLa venta de Warner Brothers podría – o no- escribir un nuevo capítulo para los consumidores
Por Rosa Mendoza, fundadora, presidenta y directora ejecutiva de ALLvanza Hace apenas unos años, la rápida proliferación de servicios [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesYouth Online Safety: Why Families Need a Smarter, Simpler Solution
As technology is woven more deeply into kids’ lives every day, keeping them safe as they use digital devices [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesSafeguarding America’s Digital Backbone: Combating Broadband Infrastructure Theft and Vandalism
This article draws gratefully on prior extensive work by USTelecom, Free State Foundation, NCTA, Broadband Breakfast and others.Digital connectivity is [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesThe United States should not copy the world’s worst drug pricing policies
By: Rosa Mendoza, Founder, President and CEO of ALLvanza and Dee Stewart, President of the Center for Innovation and Free [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesConnecting Rural America is a National Imperative
By: Rosa Mendoza, Founder, President and CEO, ALLvanza and Tina Metzer, Co-Founder, RuralRISE In an increasingly connected world, access [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesBuilding the Broadband Workforce: Solutions for a Growing Industry
The broadband industry in the U.S. is experiencing unprecedented demand for its services, driven by the constant expansion of [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesHow AI and Tech Innovations are Changing the Way Small Businesses Run
By Rosa Mendoza, Founder, President and CEO, ALLvanza and Carlos Orta, President & CEO, The Latino CoalitionIn today’s fast-paced digital [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesThe Importance of Cybersecurity: Safeguarding the Latino Community and Small Businesses
In our digital age, robust cybersecurity is not a luxury but a necessity. Cyberattacks can result in the loss [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesUnleashing Innovation: The Power of Online Programs in STEM Education
Our innovation-based society requires continuous learning and upskilling. Online programs help fulfill this need more conveniently and cost-effectively than [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesClosing the Digital Divide: Empowering the Next-Gen of Students Through Online Education
In today’s interconnected world, access to digital resources and online education has become more than a convenience—it’s a necessity. [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesIP Protections Advance Latinos in Tech
Strong patent protections have made the United States a global high-tech leader for the past half century. World Intellectual Property [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesWomen and Innovation
Women have played pivotal roles in driving innovation throughout history, shattering barriers and reshaping the landscape with scientific breakthroughs and [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesAI Must Be Developed Responsibly
Technology serves as the driving force behind innovation, productivity and interconnectedness across various spheres of society, from contributing to [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesBroadband Access, Intellectual Property Rights, and the Importance of Innovation for Latino Communities
Communities across the United States are enriched by Latinos’ entrepreneurial spirit and cultural contributions. Yet, many Latinos face hurdles [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesA New Roadblock for Diverse Creators and Audiences
After decades of primetime exclusion, diverse creators and audiences are finally making progress and getting new options and representation thanks [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesACP is a digital ladder of opportunity
Bipartisan support for federal broadband programs is bringing affordable, high-speed internet service to millions of Americans in rural and [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesMajor Industries Speak Up for Diversity and Inclusion….But In English-only
We’ve all seen the moving ad campaigns on a company’s or industry’s diversity, inclusion, and equity (DE) efforts. But these [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesEl problema con la Ley para la Reducción de la Inflación que podría hacer retroceder la agenda de equidad de Biden
La administración de Biden y los demócratas del Congreso han expresado un fuerte deseo de corregir el racismo sistémico y [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesHospitals should not get rich on the backs of the poor
If a drug-discount program Congress created 30 years ago to help disadvantaged patients were working as intended, Norman Otey might [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesThe 5G Revolution is an Opportunity to Close the Digital Divide
The rapid expansion of 5G mobile networks in the United States has the potential to bring huge benefits to consumers, [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesCongress Moves Toward Solution on Consumer Privacy Protections
A few years ago, ALLvanza called on Congress to act responsibly and in a bipartisan way to pass permanent, comprehensive, [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesDon’t Gamble Away California’s Diverse Creative Jobs
California’s creative economy is one of the state’s most important assets. Film, television, and streaming supports over 640,000 jobs in [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesSeizing the Moment on the Digital Divide
The bipartisan infrastructure bill addresses a wide range of important issues, from climate to clean water to education. But when [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesKeep Moving Forward on Media Diversity
The GAO’s recent report on Latinos in Media is just the latest in a long series of data studies confirming [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesWe Must Create Inclusive Connected Communities
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic forced us to rely on technology in new ways, change and innovation were reshaping [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesIt’s Time for a Permanent Solution to the Digital Divide
The past year has made it clear that a quality internet connection is essential for everything from education to health [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesStrong IP Protections Support Creativity and Innovation, such as Movies like In The Heights
In The Heights is an incredible story of family, community, and figuring out what it really means to pursue [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesPolicymakers Should Prioritize Those Without A Broadband Connection
As the country continues to move towards recovery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, broadband access is at [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesEquity, Access and the Digital Divide
The digital divide presents profound challenges for communities and families who already face significant obstacles to building a strong and [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesA Two-Part Plan To Ensure Broadband Internet Access For Latinx and other Underserved Communities
It has been over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic began. This crisis has shined a light on many [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesMulticultural Womxn’s Conference 2021 Puts the Spotlight on Challenges, Opportunities
As we approach the end of Women’s History Month, it is important to continue to celebrate women changemakers past and [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesUnserved Communities Are Counting on the FCC
The COVID-19 pandemic has deepened many divides in communities in the United States. The list includes the digital divide [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesBiden plans could harm Latinx, and all Americans’, medication access
Joe Biden is officially the Democratic presidential nominee, all thanks to his moderate reputation. The former vice president trounced over [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesNew Proposal Will Make COVID-19 Even Tougher on America’s Latinx Community
Next week, the House of Representatives is set to vote on a bill to stabilize the Affordable Care Act. [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesA Fully Inclusive Recovery from COVID-19
It is safe to say that COVID-19 either has or will negatively impact virtually every industry in the U.S. [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesInnovation and IP Essential to Curing COVID-19
During these challenging times, it is important to examine the role that innovation and intellectual property (IP) protections play [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesBroadband Access is a Necessity for All, Especially During Challenging Times
During this time of crisis, with a worldwide pandemic claiming tens of thousands of lives and states ordering people to [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesDriving the Future of the Next Generation of Wi-Fi
A quick look around any home in 2020 will reveal just how essential Wi-Fi has become to our daily [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesDisadvantaged communities gain the most from drug innovation
A Maryland-based biotech firm may have just cured HIV. That company recently submitted an FDA application for AGT103-T, an [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesAll People Living in the U.S. Must be Counted in the 2020 Census
The time has come to be counted. The U.S. Census Bureau will soon begin collecting data about everyone living [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesConsumer Privacy Must be Protected
In our internet-based society, it is nearly impossible to go through daily life without engaging with technology in some [...]
ALLvanza’s Articles“Dora and the Lost City of Gold” Strikes Gold in More Ways than One
This month, “Dora the Explorer” turns 19. Enjoying a nearly 15-year run as the No. 1 preschool show on television, [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesStrong IP Protections Support All Creators and Protect All Consumers
It’s an exciting time in the creative industries – including for diverse storytellers. And on World IP Day, which [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesWomen’s History Month, an Opportunity for Reflection and Commitment
Every Women’s History Month is an opportunity for reflection and commitment. We, at ALLvanza, reflect on the progress that has been made and we re-commit [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesOur Internet ecosystem is ready for a comprehensive, pro-consumer, pro-innovation permanent legislative solution for net neutrality
One of the beauties of our nation is our freedom; freedom to speak, to learn, to work, to earn. Each [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesBroadband Connectivity Progress, Momentum, and What Remains
Yesterday, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a statement regarding its draft annual broadband deployment report and, upon first [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesA Modern Copyright Office Can Help Protect Creators
Since one of ALLvanza’s primary areas of focus is the protection of intellectual property rights, we continually monitor the [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesThe Importance of Access and Integration
Access to affordable, reliable broadband Internet and the knowledge and ability to fully utilize this vital resource have become [...]
ALLvanza’s ArticlesEmerging technology presents a great unknown and incredible opportunities
Advancements in emerging technology present, all at once, a great unknown and incredible opportunities. Because of the complex nature [...]