NCTA Statement Regarding Upper 5 Ghz Spectrum Sharing Proposal
“We are grateful for the efforts of Chairman Thune and others to develop consensus principles that urge the FCC to establish an open and transparent testing plan for spectrum sharing in the upper 5 GHz band. Such action is necessary to support both the skyrocketing growth of unlicensed technologies like Wi-Fi and the legitimate safety-related needs of the auto industry. With this call for greater collaboration and a renewed commitment to test and fairly consider all legitimate proposals expeditiously, we are confident that we can forge the win-win solutions needed to put these frequencies to
Cable Industry Contributes 2.7 Million Jobs and $386 Billion to the Economy, New Study Reports
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. cable industry supports 2.7 million jobs representing a total economic impact of more than $386 billion in 2014, according to a new study by Bortz Media and Sports Group, Inc. released today by the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA). The executive summary of the report, an interactive map showing the economic impact, and complete study results are available at www.ncta.com. The report notes that over the last decade, the U.S. cable industry has made significant contributions to the economic health and vitality of the United States. Through a
NCTA Statement on the FCC Downloadable Security Technology Advisory Committee (DSTAC) Report
“We congratulate the DSTAC on completing its report and fulfilling its mandate from Congress to identify, study and report on software based methods for securing video content. Recognizing the wide diversity in networks, security protocols and consumer devices offered by pay TV providers, the DSTAC Report correctly concludes that any new security technology should not disrupt this vibrant and innovative market and the continuing development of market-based security solutions. "The DSTAC report highlights the tremendous success of MVPD launched apps, which millions of consumers use today to
Univision Communications Inc. to be Honored at the Walter Kaitz Foundation Fundraising Dinner
WASHINGTON, DC – Univision Communications Inc. will be honored at the 32nd Annual Walter Kaitz Foundation Fundraising Dinner on Wednesday, September 30, 2015, in New York City. Rocco B. Commisso, Chairman & CEO, Mediacom Communications Corporation, and John Skipper, President, ESPN,and Co-Chairman, Disney Media Networks, are the dinner co-chairs. Other industry executives joining them on the Dinner Committee include: Matthew C. Blank,Chairman & CEO, Showtime Networks; Jerry Kent, Chairman & CEO, Suddenlink Communications; John K. Martin, Chairman & CEO, Turner Broadcasting System; and Brian
Independent Audit Finds Consumers Have Saved More Than $500 Million from Energy Efficient Set-Top Boxes
New report shows Voluntary Agreement has avoided almost 3 million metric tons of CO2 emissions Washington, DC, August 6, 2015 – American consumers have saved more than $500 million in energy bills through two years of the voluntary set-top box energy conservation agreement among the pay-TV industry, consumer electronics manufacturers and energy efficiency advocates, according to a new report issued by an independent auditor, D&R International. The Voluntary Agreement for Ongoing Improvement to the Energy Efficiency of Set-Top Boxes 2014 Annual Report says the improved energy efficiency
Statement of NCTA President & CEO Michael Powell on the Passing of Glenn Jones
“NCTA mourns the passing of Glenn Jones, one of our industry’s great innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders. We deeply appreciated Glenn’s service to our industry through his time on the NCTA Board and his heartfelt support for many of cable’s diversity, leadership, and professional development organizations. He was both predecessor and precursor to today’s high-tech entrepreneurs, investing virtually all his energy and resources in consumer-focused cable distribution, content, and technology ventures for more than five decades. Glenn helped build the foundation for today’s forward-looking
Statement of NCTA Regarding Senate Commerce Passage of the DOTCOM Act
"We commend the Senate Commerce Committee for their bipartisan work on passage of the DOTCOM Act. This legislation helps further the growth of the Internet with the protection and Congressional oversight needed to guide the transition from IANA oversight to the multi-stakeholder model. We look forward to the full Senate acting on this legislation."
New Initiative Will Improve Energy Efficiency of Home Internet Equipment
Agreement covers 80 million homes, will save consumers money and energy Arlington, VA, June 25, 2015 – Today, Internet service providers, equipment suppliers and retail equipment manufacturers joined the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® and the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) to announce a new voluntary agreement to improve the energy efficiency of Internet modems, routers and other equipment that deliver broadband to millions of American consumers. The agreement sets rigorous requirements that will improve the energy efficiency of small network equipment (SNE) by
Statement of NCTA Regarding House Passage of the DOTCOM Act
“We applaud House passage of the DOTCOM Act (HR 805) which will help guide the transition of IANA to the multi-stakeholder model while providing Congressional oversight and strong management of the process. The entire cable industry is ready to assist all stakeholders in ensuring that the IANA transition is a success."
Statement of NCTA Regarding the Interconnection Complaint Against Time Warner Cable
“This wholly predictable complaint confirms the harms created when the government intervenes in healthy markets and encourages disgruntled businesses to seek regulatory rents. We encourage the FCC to quickly reject this overt attempt to invite government rate regulation of a market that is robust, competitive and has flourished for decades without government interference.”