America’s Expanding Cable Broadband Networks: The Midwest
As America targets efforts towards closing the digital divide and awaits the distribution of federal funds for broadband deployment and adoption, cable providers continue to do what they have always done: build out their networks to reach as many Americans as possible. Here is a small sampling of broadband projects by cable ISPs underway as they prepare to deliver fast internet speeds in Midwest communities. Iowa Mediacom earlier this year announced they had begun transitioning their Iowa gigabit network to the new 10G Platform. Residents in West Des Moines will be among the first to enjoy the
Broadband Stats: Connecting More People in More Places
America is home to next-generation broadband networks that connect millions of people and businesses each day. Cable’s networks connect major cities as well as places like Unalaska in the Aleutian islands. Powered by smart engineering and future-proofed designs, these networks deliver gigabit speeds to a large majority of Americans, with more networks getting built every day.
Warner Bros. Studio Celebrates 100 Years
Warner Bros. Discovery is counting down to the 100th birthday of the Warner Bros. studio in April, and the anniversary tributes are already underway with the company's global year-long campaign, "Celebrating Every Story." "The name Warner Bros. is synonymous with entertainment and we are honored to be celebrating this iconic studio's centennial and the rich heritage that stretches back to the four brothers who founded it in 1923," said Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav (referring to Albert, Sam, Harry, and Jack Warner). A Legacy of Storytelling The studio's vast library, one of the most
Internet Trends, Fueled by Broadband, That Continue to Soar
America and the world look much different three years after COVID was declared a pandemic. While most COVID protocols are now in the past, certain internet trends have prevailed and will continue to grow exponentially in the future. Powered by America's broadband networks, these trends are forever transforming the way people live, work, learn, and play. And as cable providers further expand and upgrade their networks, and with 10G on the way, anything is possible for America's future. Here are a handful of areas where broadband connectivity continues to play a heightened and critical role in
Bridging the Digital Skills Gap
As the United States continues to tackle the digital divide, the challenge involves much more than installing internet service—which is just one component of a holistic and much bigger issue. More Than Just Access: While giving every American household the opportunity to gain access to the internet is critical, another barrier to broadband adoption often overlooked is the lack of digital skills in the workforce. Because if people don't possess the necessary digital skills to navigate the internet, access alone won’t open doors or unleash the limitless opportunities that broadband can provide
The 10G Future: Healthcare
10G, the broadband network soon delivering superfast symmetrical internet speeds, has the potential to transform how we live, work, learn and play. Recent years have demonstrated that healthcare is primed to benefit from super-fast broadband, as telehealth becomes more regular and as new technologies come to market. 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
Broadband Stats: Cable Brings Competition to Mobile Marketplace
With America’s cable broadband providers now offering highly competitive mobile service plans, Americans have more choices than ever before. Today, Comcast and Charter are the fastest growing retail wireless companies in the marketplace, each with over five million mobile subscribers, and more providers are entering the space.
Warner Bros. Discovery Offers a Fan-First Approach for March Madness Live
March Madness Live is back and bigger than ever, with the first round of the tournament starting tomorrow. This year, Warner Bros. Discovery, in partnership with the NCAA and CBS Sports, has expanded the live streaming and second screen options for the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship as it prepares to cover all 67 games of the tournament. ? A Ratings Powerhouse ? "We are the #1 destination to catch not only everything live, but premium on-demand content, and we reach over 50% of the total digital sports audience each year," said Warner Bros. Discovery Vice President of Digital
Meeting America's Needs Through a Balanced Spectrum Policy
As today's digital society demands next-generation technologies, seamless connectivity and immersive applications, the demand for new wireless spectrum – the resource that makes these experiences possible – remains critically important. Setting the Stage: At a U.S. House hearing on Friday that will explore how America can maintain its spectrum leadership, NCTA will urge policymakers to strive for a smart spectrum sharing approach – including opening up more unlicensed spectrum – to foster tremendous technological growth, innovation, and healthy competition. How Spectrum Impacts America's
Celebrating Female Empowerment on TV
International Women's Day is a time to honor and recognize the achievements of women as America continues to strive for gender parity and equality. Fortunately, cable TV networks continue their efforts to increase representation of women, on screen and in the writers' room, and to cast women and girls in strong, meaningful, and leading roles that send a powerful message to audiences watching. As cable programming aims to move the needle on this important issue, here are a handful of examples of how networks are shining a spotlight on women in unique ways, reversing harmful gender stereotypes