With all the RLEC M&A going on lately, I thought it would be helpful to run down the new top RLEC lineup by size (assuming the current pending M&A deals close). more

Mobile music has moved beyond the days of just ringtone sales to become an increasingly important part of the overall music ecosystem, according to Bill Wilson, director of digital strategy and business development for the National Association of Recording Merchandisers (NARM). Music labels, carriers, handset makers and third parties are embracing the mobile opportunity and looking at new ways of monetizing it. more

Verizon Wireless (NYSE:VZ, NYSE:VOD) wants you to buy a wireless netbook. To entice you, it is easing up on its data usage restrictions. The CDMA operator today announced plans to offer the HP Mini 1151NR netbook with embedded 3G in stores, starting Sunday, and while it isn’t doing away with data caps entirely, it’s increasing the megabytes allowed per month on some of its plans and lowering overage charges. more