Broadband Stats: A World of Wi-Fi
June 20 marked World Wi-Fi Day, and there’s a lot to celebrate about this powerful technology. As the number of smart devices continues to grow, smart management of unlicensed spectrum will be critical to the continued success of a nearly trillion-dollar economic engine.
Cable Delivers High-Speed Broadband to Rural Communities
The recent release of the updated FCC National Broadband Map means that we are one step closer to the distribution of over $42 billion to close the gaps in our country's internet coverage. The FCC data not surprisingly reveals that these gaps exist primarily in rural and remote areas of our country. What the data shows: 8.3 million locations (homes and businesses) are "unserved," which means they don't have access to internet speeds of at least 25 Mbps downstream/3 Mbps upstream. 3.6 million locations are "underserved," which means they have access to speeds of at least 25 Mbps downstream/3
CNN and OWN Unite to Celebrate Juneteenth
CNN and OWN are coming together to bring audiences a historic celebration of the Juneteenth holiday, the oldest known observance of the end of slavery in the United States. "Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom," produced by Live Nation Urban and Jesse Collins Entertainment, will air on both networks and will aim to amplify the rich culture and significance of Juneteenth through its star-studded lineup and performances. A Concert Experience Returning for its second year, the event, taking place in Los Angeles, promises an immersive musical and cultural experience with authentic sounds
Why Access to Broadband Is Important to Rural America
With numerous broadband deployment initiatives and federal funding opportunities on the horizon, America's broadband leaders who are actively involved in bridging the digital divide have the expertise and experience to get the job done. NCTA recently sat down with Midco Chief Operating Officer Ben Dold to learn more about the ways that high-speed connectivity can transform lives in America’s rural communities. Connecting Rural America to Opportunities Midco serves over 490,000 homes and businesses across Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin, with some towns
The Impact of the Affordable Connectivity Program
The FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides a monthly subsidy to eligible, low-income households to connect to broadband service, has been instrumental in getting broadband to more American homes and to advancing digital equity. Here are a few ways that it’s making a difference in getting broadband to those people who need it most. ACP's Reach To date, ACP has helped connect more than 18 million households to the internet across all ages and across all 50 states. All major cable broadband providers, including Charter, Comcast, Cox, GCI, Mediacom, Midco, and Vyve all promote
The 10G Future: Education
10G, the broadband network soon delivering superfast symmetrical internet speeds, has the potential to transform how we live, work, learn and play. Education is a field particularly ripe for fresh tech solutions, with new and emerging advancements helping to match a wide variety of learning styles. NCTA partnered with the Future Today Institute (FTI), experts in researching trends and calculating how they will disrupt business, government, and society, to imagine what some cutting-edge changes might look like with 10G. The resulting report honed in on four areas: entertainment, healthcare
Broadband Stats: A Continued Commitment to Sustainability
Environmental stewardship has been a priority for the cable industry for years, having voluntarily set energy-efficiency standards for equipment over a decade ago. Today, from industry-wide agreements to individual company initiatives, cable providers are working towards a more sustainable future.
Shared Spectrum Promotes Innovation, Competition and Consumer Savings
Recently, NTIA issued a report analyzing the early development and successes of the nation's Citizen's Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) – a relatively new spectrum design model allowing many parties to share public airwaves supporting both commercial and government activities. This report was put out for comment and NCTA along with others filed comments supporting this approach and its ability to unlock tremendous value for consumers through new competition and innovative wireless services. Unsurprisingly, large wireless carriers are not fans. Having already locked up roughly 80% of the country
Connecting America's Seniors
Older Americans Month is a time to honor the contributions and hard work of America's senior citizens, and while May wraps up today, the cable industry targets efforts to reach and engage this important population throughout every month of the year. Why It Matters Through broadband adoption programs, cable providers work to empower seniors with the means to connect, learn, access resources, and engage in various online activities that enhance their quality of life. These programs are crucial in reducing the digital divide and promoting digital inclusion among older adults. Broadband Adoption
The HISTORY Channel Unpacks 'FDR' in Latest Documentary Series
Just in time for Memorial Day, The HISTORY Channel is set to premiere the fifth installment in its premium presidential miniseries, "FDR," which delves into the life and leadership of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. The three-night documentary event comes after the network's popular documentaries last year, "Abraham Lincoln" and "Theodore Roosevelt." Like these previous documentary events, "FDR" is based on the New York Times bestseller, "Leadership in Turbulent Times," by renowned historian Doris Kearns Goodwin. A Storytelling Project About the Nation's Leaders In 2020, The HISTORY