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#Radio100 Moment 2: FCC Authorizes AM Radio Stations to Voluntarily Adopt All-Digital Transmission (October 27, 2020)
October 27, 2020

Moment 2: FCC Authorizes AM Radio Stations to Voluntarily Adopt All-Digital Transmission

On October 27, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission approved an order allowing broadcast AM radio stations to voluntarily adopt all-digital service. This order will provide AM stations with essential flexibility to provide interference-free broadcasts and attract new listeners.


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November 2, 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the first commercial radio broadcast. To celebrate this special anniversary, we’re shining a spotlight on 100 key moments in radio's history.

We hope you’ll join us in celebrating your favorite radio memories throughout 2020. Use the hashtag #Radio100 across social media to share these moments with the world. Here’s to 100 wonderful years of radio, and to at least 100 more!


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