Award-winning Broadband Equipment Agreement Exceeds Energy Efficiency Goals
More than 98% of new modems, routers and other internet equipment purchased and sold last year for U.S. residential broadband subscribers met targeted energy efficiency levels, exceeding the goal of 90% set out in the industry voluntary agreement for small network equipment (SNE) led by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and CableLabs, according to a new independent audit report. Further, the report found that energy usage held steady even as average broadband speeds increased by 27% in 2021, and that the average energy usage of the
Hallmark Media’s Wonya Lucas Joins NCTA Board
Washington, D.C. – NCTA – The Internet & Television Association today announced Wonya Lucas has joined the NCTA Board of Directors where she will serve as an Appointed At-Large Director for a two-year term. Lucas is the current President and Chief Executive Officer of Hallmark Media, where she oversees the company’s portfolio of entertainment brands, including linear networks Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama, and subscription video on demand service Hallmark Movies Now. Before joining Hallmark in 2020, Lucas was President and CEO of Public Broadcasting Atlanta
Industry Initiative Saves Consumers $2.5 Billion in Annual Energy Costs
Washington, D.C. — Consumers saved $2.5 billion in energy costs in 2021 under a voluntary agreement between the pay-TV industry and energy efficiency advocates to improve the energy efficiency of set-top boxes used to access video programming. Led by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and CableLabs®, the agreement has cut the aggregate energy use of set-top boxes by 57% in the United States since the agreement was launched nine years ago, according to a new independent auditor’s report. The voluntary agreement has saved consumers almost
Michelle Ray Departing Kaitz Foundation in December
The Walter Kaitz Foundation, the cable industry’s leading advocacy organization in advancing equity, inclusion and belonging in media and entertainment, today announced that Michelle Ray will leave her position as Executive Director on December 2. Ray has served the Foundation for over 15 years in successive leadership roles and the December date ensures her management of the annual foundation dinner on October 12 and a smooth transition afterwards. “Michelle has been a true force of nature and her leadership at the Kaitz Foundation has been invaluable to the industry. Her passion and tireless
Joni Lupovitz Joins NCTA’s Legal & Regulatory Affairs Team
Washington, D.C. – NCTA – The Internet & Television Association today announced the addition of Joni Lupovitz to its Legal team as Vice President and Associate General Counsel. Lupovitz joins NCTA with more than two decades of legal, public policy, legislative and regulatory experience in the private, nonprofit and government sectors. Most recently, she served as NPR’s Senior Director, Public Policy, representing NPR and the public radio system before Congress, the Federal Communications Commission, and other agencies to support public radio news and cultural programming across platforms
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the D.C. Circuit’s Decision on the FCC’s 5.9 GHz Order
“The D.C. Circuit’s decision to uphold the FCC’s 5.9 GHz order is an enormous victory for American consumers. The Commission’s unanimous, bipartisan order modernizes a band that was primarily unused for over 20 years, and today’s court decision enables that important 5.9 GHz spectrum to provide consumers with even more reliable high-speed Wi-Fi and access to next-generation automotive safety applications. We look forward to working with the Commission to build on this positive momentum and complete the 5.9 GHz proceeding.”
Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Legislation That Would Codify Broadband Networks Under Title II Public Utility Regulation
“Twenty years into an increasingly stale debate over net neutrality, the justifications for it seem increasingly limp. The breathless assertions over the years that the internet is gravely threatened because ISPs would block or throttle traffic and erect toll booths to charge internet companies to reach consumers have proven hollow and unrealized. The claim that ISPs would not invest in expanding capacity and speed wilts in the shadow of massive expansion to gigabit networks today with efforts driving rapidly to 10G networks in a few years. Similarly, the wireless industry is in the middle of
Pat McAdaragh Elected Chairman of the Board and Warner Bros. Discovery’s Kathleen Finch Joins NCTA Board
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pat McAdaragh, Chair & CEO, Midco, was elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association (NCTA). The election took place on June 22, 2022. In addition, the following officers were elected: Tom Rutledge, Chairman & CEO, Charter Communications, as Vice Chairman; Mark Greatrex, President, Cox Communications, Inc., as Treasurer; and Bob Bakish, President & CEO, Paramount Global, as Secretary. NCTA’s outgoing Chairman Dave Watson, President & CEO, Comcast Cable, and Senior EVP, Comcast Corporation, will serve as Immediate Past Chairman
Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Regarding Grant Spellmeyer Named as New President of ACA Connects
“I would like to offer my congratulations to both ACA and Grant Spellmeyer on today’s announcement. Grant is taking the helm of ACA at a very important time for the industry as we all work on the important mission of connecting every American to broadband. We wish Grant all the best on his transition to ACA and look forward to working closely with him and his team on these important issues.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding NTIA Broadband Funding Guidance
“With release of today’s Notices of Funding Opportunity by NTIA, the country marks another important milestone on our national journey to promote digital equity and connect unserved Americans to robust broadband service. With networks that now reach over 80% of American homes with gigabit-capable technology and comprehensive broadband adoption programs, cable internet providers are continuing to expand private efforts and work in partnership with government officials to shrink the digital divide. We look forward to reviewing the notices and continuing to engage with policymakers as plans are