Spotlighting Native American Representation on TV
In recent years, Indigenous representation in film and television has broken new barriers, with Native American actors and stories gaining critical recognition. Why it matters This growing visibility is more than just entertainment—it’s shifting cultural perspectives and amplifying Indigenous voices across the nation. This shift is crucial for cultural diversity and inclusion in mainstream media and is shaping the future of television. Research highlights support for native shows A 2022 Nielsen study revealed that Native representation in lead and recurring roles doubled from 2021 to 2022
America’s Broadband Networks Continue to Grow: Central U.S. Pt. 2
As America targets efforts towards connecting every community to robust broadband – including the distribution of more than $40 billion in federal funds for building new networks – cable providers continue to do what they have always done: build out their networks to reach as many Americans as possible. With network expansions continuing nationwide, here are a few more examples of projects that work towards the national goal of connecting every American. To learn about other projects highlighted in previous blogs, be sure to check out NCTA.com. Oklahoma Cox has connected 200 new homes to
VIDEO: Preserving History, Connecting Rural America
NCTA’s documentary “Every Last Mile,” which premiered this summer, tells the untold story of three broadband crews overcoming significant challenges to connect some of the most remote parts of America. The film captures the resilience and determination of teams working through extreme conditions—from Alaska's rugged islands to the deserts of Arizona—to ensure rural communities are connected to the digital world. One of the locations featured in the film is King Cove, Alaska, a remote fishing community accessible only by air and sea, and home to a native population that stretches back 10,000
Broadband Stats: Wi-Fi’s Economic Impact
A new study released last week reveals the significant economic impact of Wi-Fi and its associated technologies. The report also looks at the impact of recent policy decisions, like the FCC’s decision to open the 6 GHz band to unlicensed use, and other policies that support the continued growth of these technologies.
New Study Shows Critical Economic Impact of Wi-Fi Technologies
The annual economic value of Wi-Fi to the American economy will rapidly grow to $2.4 trillion in 2027, according to a new Wi-Fi Forward report released today. The report, conducted by Telecom Advisory Services, reveals the significant economic impact of Wi-Fi and its associated technologies, as well as the impact of policies that support the continued growth of these technologies. Wi-Fi is a U.S. economic powerhouse The report’s projected 2027 economic impact is a 33% increase over the 2024 value of $1.6 trillion. This is due to factors like faster-than-anticipated growth in the speed and
SCTE CEO Maria Popo Previews TechExpo 2024
This week marks the annual SCTE TechExpo, the industry’s largest gathering, where leaders come together to showcase the latest broadband network technologies. SCTE works to advance the industry’s technical workforce by offering its members training, resources, and more. In recent years, SCTE merged with CableLabs to combine the strengths of both organizations, and last year announced its new leadership in CEO Maria Popo, taking over after longtime CEO Mark Dzuban’s retirement. Before her first TechExpo as CEO, NCTA talked with Popo to get a preview of what she envisions for the future of the
TV Stats: Record-Breaking Wins From the Emmys
This year's Emmy Awards once again brought together TV's top talent to honor the best of the industry. With record-breaking wins, the awards celebrated the creativity and innovation behind the shows that captivate audiences. As always, NCTA member companies continue to play a major role in delivering the most compelling and entertaining programming in the world.
NCTA at SCTE TechExpo 2024
SCTE TechExpo 24 commences next week in Atlanta, and this year the conference will feature NCTA leaders who will discuss the latest innovation advances and key policy challenges facing the industry. Below are just a few panels looking at the critical issues that NCTA, cable broadband experts, and engineers will explore at the largest cable tradeshow in the Americas. NCTA Brings Tech Policy Expertise to TechExpo This year, NCTA is co-hosting the Technology Policy Track, which is designed to provide a better understanding of government and industry priorities. The track is bringing together
Are We Ready for 6G?
While excitement over new generations of mobile connectivity technologies hit a high point, unfortunately, 5G fell short of the high expectations around the technology. Regulators should be weary of rushing into the next generation, 6G, without carefully considering the state of connectivity networks today. While early planning for 6G is a worthwhile exercise, U.S. policymakers should invest in the current technologies and strategies that could spur 6G innovation and should refrain from adopting policies based on assumptions about what 6G will be this early in the process. 6G, when ready and
Industry Stats: Energy-Efficient TV Devices
Consumers’ have saved more than $18 billion in energy costs since 2012, the result of a voluntary agreement between the pay-TV industry and energy efficiency advocates to improve the efficiency of devices used to access video programming. Recent eco-friendly technology advancements showcase the industry’s commitment to innovation that benefits both the environment and consumers alike.
