Communications Industry Unites to Combat Rising Attacks on Critical Networks
Fourth Summit Underscores Consumer Costs, Public Safety Risks, and Need for Stronger Enforcement, Prosecution, and Coordination Between Stakeholders Philadelphia, PA, June 4, 2026 – Two reports released at today’s fourth Telecom Industry Summit: Protecting Critical Communications Infrastructure reveal an escalation in criminal attacks on broadband and communications networks, with over 18,000 incidents in 2025 disrupting service for 11.8 million customers nationwide. The updated report, […]
Cross-Sector Trade Association Memory Chip Letter to Treasury and Commerce
A cross-sector coalition of trade associations representing broadband providers, medical device manufacturers, automobile manufacturers, and national retailers today sent the attached letter to Treasury Secretary Bessent and Commerce Secretary Lutnick to express concern about “an urgent imbalance in the market for memory chips that could lead to significant and sustained near-term price increases for American households and disrupt […]
Statement on the President’s Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence
“President Trump’s latest AI executive order reflects the importance of strengthening America’s leadership in the development and deployment of AI technologies, including safeguarding our nation’s critical infrastructure. The Order’s focus on strengthening our networks, building lasting resilience, and prioritizing cybersecurity echoes the aims of NCTA’s ‘CORE AI’ vision. We look forward to working with the Administration, Congress, and […]
Statement on the Accelerating Broadband Permits Act of 2026
“Focusing BEAD applications and projects at NTIA through a singular process will streamline approvals while helping to improve transparency and tracking of federal projects. We want to thank Senators Thune, Barrasso, and Luján for their bipartisan effort that will speed the delivery of modern connectivity to more Americans. This is an important aspect in the broader broadband […]
Callie Coker Joins NCTA’s Legal Team
Washington, D.C. – NCTA – The Internet & Television Association today announced that Callie Coker has joined the organization as Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Legal and Regulatory Affairs. Coker joins NCTA from the Federal Communications Commission, where she served as a legal advisor to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr. Previously, she was Legal Advisor to […]
Statement Urging Fast FCC Action on Continuing Pole Access Disputes
“Our industry is dedicated to deploying high-speed networks throughout the country to ensure all Americans can access broadband service. Unfortunately, fair and reasonable access to utility poles remains a key barrier to NCTA member companies seeking to bring broadband to unserved areas. The FCC adopted an important order in February of this year on pole replacement costs, but […]
Statement on CTIA’s Latest Spectrum Grab
“A report that warns about surging wireless traffic — while arguing to take away spectrum from the Wi-Fi networks carrying 90% of that traffic — is too ridiculous to take seriously. CTIA’s latest push for more exclusively licensed spectrum repackages a stale, anticompetitive agenda that abandons the successful American spectrum model adopted by the first […]
Cory Gardner Statement on Ted Turner
“Ted Turner transformed television and forever changed how the world receives news. With the launch of CNN, he pioneered the 24-hour news model and helped usher in a new era for the cable industry built on innovation, competition, and consumer choice. Ted was a visionary whose impact on journalism and media is impossible to overstate. […]
Statement on the Introduction of the SECURE Data Act
“NCTA welcomes the introduction of the SECURE Data Act, comprehensive federal privacy legislation that would establish a clear, nationwide privacy standard. A unified approach will strengthen consumer trust, give individuals meaningful control over their personal information, and provide businesses the certainty needed to innovate, protect data, and drive growth while eliminating the confusing patchwork of state […]
NCTA Statement Regarding Big Mobile’s Spectrum Grab
“The U.S. should not follow China’s lead, especially when it comes to our critical infrastructure. The Trump Administration already made the right decision to unlock affordable connectivity for millions of Americans in the full 6GHz band, and we will continue to deliver on that promise. Wi-Fi already carries 90% of mobile data traffic, supports millions […]