Why The FCC Stepped Into The Google-iPhone Battle So Quickly

As we noted earlier, the FCC’s shockingly quick response to Apple’s denial of a Google Voice iPhone app may mark a more efficient FCC than in years past. (Remember the 18-month Sirius/XM saga?)

But to really appreciate why it may have taken such quick action — and what the implications for future policy may be — take a look at FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski’s resume.

Genachowski is a veteran technology executive with significant entrepreneurial experience. In fact, before he was given the FCC post he now holds, reports said he was being considered as a potential adviser for technology and energy issues.

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