Introducing 10G: The Next Great Leap for Broadband
Global cable industry plans massive advancement in network capacity and speed with platform that will keep ahead of consumer demand and innovation curve LAS VEGAS — January 7, 2019 — Today at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, CableLabs and Cable Europe introduced the cable industry’s vision for delivering 10 gigabit networks, or 10G™ – a powerful, capital-efficient technology platform that will ramp up from the 1 gigabit offerings of today to speeds of 10 gigabits per second and beyond – to consumers in the United States and across the globe in
Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Regarding Senate Confirmation of FCC Commissioners
“We congratulate Brendan Carr and Geoffrey Starks on their confirmation to serve on the Federal Communications Commission. We deeply appreciate the expertise and unique perspectives that each bring to the agency as well as their shared willingness to serve the public in this capacity. We look forward to working with them and the other members of the Commission on the wide variety of communications, media and technology policy issues that affect the lives of Americans every day.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Senate Passage of the READI Act
“NCTA commends Senators Schatz, Thune and Wicker for leading passage of the READI Act of 2018, which focuses on developing guidance and best practices for state and local governments to improve emergency alerts, particularly to address the issuance of false alerts. As long-standing participants in the nation’s Emergency Alert System (EAS), cable operators appreciate Congress’ efforts to improve coordination between federal and local authorities and to ensure the public receives accurate and relevant emergency and public safety information in their local communities.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Passage of the Farm Bill
“Extending high-speed internet service to unserved communities is critical to boosting local economies and giving consumers access to jobs, health care, education and loved ones. We applaud Congress in passing the Farm Bill, including provisions that will make meaningful reforms to the administration of USDA RUS broadband loan programs, better directing federal funds to areas most in need of assistance and guarding against government-subsidized overbuilding. The Farm Bill also includes important transparency and notice provisions to ensure RUS has accurate and complete market data to make
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC’s Vote to Establish a Reassigned Number Database
“The Commission’s decision to establish a reassigned numbers database should help consumers in addressing the problem of unwanted calls. NCTA particularly appreciates the Commission’s decision to include a safe harbor from TCPA liability for callers that consult the database, which will encourage greater use of the database and reduce the number of unwanted calls received by consumers.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC Modernizing Cable Subscriber Notice Rules
“We welcome today’s common sense decision by the FCC to permit cable operators to deliver notices to their customers electronically rather than sending bulky and wasteful paper mailings. This flexibility will benefit the environment as well as enabling consumers to more readily access accurate information. We thank the Commission for its continuing efforts to modernize its cable service rules.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Introduction of the Government Spectrum Valuation Act
Introduced today, the Government Spectrum Valuation Act requires the NTIA, OMB and FCC to determine the value of spectrum assigned or allocated to each federal agency. “NCTA welcomes the introduction of the bipartisan Government Spectrum Valuation Act by Senators Lee and Markey today, which would require federal government agencies to account for the value of their spectrum resources. We applaud the bill’s recognition that the value of spectrum resources can be driven by their potential to be used for either licensed or unlicensed technologies, particularly given recent estimates that
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the Supreme Court Denying to Hear Net Neutrality Appeal
“It is not surprising that the Supreme Court declined to hear this case dealing with the Wheeler FCC’s 2015 Order. Once the current FCC repealed the 2015 Order, almost all parties – including NCTA – agreed that the case was moot. Today’s decision is not an indication of the Court’s views on the merits but simply reflects the fact that there was nothing left for the Court to rule on.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the Controversy Surrounding Rep. Steve King
“As an organization and industry that highly values diversity and inclusion, we denounce the Congressman’s comments and no longer support his campaign. Just two weeks ago, the cable industry gathered in New York to celebrate diversity and raise more than $1.4 million to support programs that promote the career advancement of women and multi-ethnic professionals throughout our ranks. We are proud of our track record on diversity and are proud to support policymakers who share our commitment to a diverse America.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC’s Office of Engineering and Technology’s 5.9 GHz Test Results
“OET's test report makes it clear that Wi-Fi can operate safely in the 5.9 GHz band. With this testing complete, and a congressional mandate to free up new spectrum for unlicensed uses, now is the time to move forward. Given fundamental changes in both the wireless broadband and automotive safety landscapes, the FCC should take a fresh look at how 5.9 GHz spectrum can be an important element in delivering gigabit Wi-Fi and fulfilling our nation’s agenda of delivering ubiquitous broadband to all Americans.”