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Walter Kaitz Foundation Partners With Lena Waithe’s Hillman Grad Foundation

The Walter Kaitz Foundation announced a new partnership with the Hillman Grad Mentorship Lab last month. Spearheaded by Hillman Grad, the media company founded by Emmy award winning writer, producer, and creator, Lena Waithe, this program provides a six-month intensive development opportunity for a diverse range of actors, writers, and producers. Renewed commitment to developing diverse talent "Amplifying the voices
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Broadband Stats: America Needs a Dynamic Spectrum Approach

As federal stakeholders develop national spectrum policies, the importance of unlicensed and shared-licensed technologies should be a key goal. Cable’s mobile services, enabled by multiple approaches to spectrum sharing, are saving consumers billions of dollars monthly. And, for the U.S. to maintain its standing as a global technology leader, a dynamic spectrum approach is critical.
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Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Introduction of the Affordable Connectivity Program Improvement and Extension Act of 2024

“We commend Rep. Brandon Williams (R-NY) on the introduction of the Affordable Connectivity Program Improvement and Extension Act of 2024. With over 22 million American households now relying on the ACP for vital internet connectivity, continuing the program helps bridge the digital divide and the important mission of connecting every citizen to reliable high-speed internet service. ACP has been a
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Comcast Launches ASL Interpreting Services at Xfinity Stores

Last week, Comcast announced the launch of American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services at eight Xfinity store locations in the National Capital Region, with plans to expand the offering nationwide over the course of this year. Accessible tech The service, which uses video conference technology to connect customers requiring ASL support to an interpreter, was piloted last year at select
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Setting the Record Straight on Spectrum Priorities

As the debate over spectrum policy continues, the incumbent mobile industry continues to malign and inhibit the growth of technologies and spectrum uses that promote competition, innovation, wireless access, and consumer savings. A further new line of attack argues that spectrum design decisions should be based on which industry has spent the most money on wireless infrastructure and auctioned spectrum.
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America’s Expanding Broadband Networks Continue to Grow: The Mid-Atlantic 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 to happen nationwide, here are a few
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Broadband Stats: Cable Helps Close the Digital Divide

With the future of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) up in the air, America’s cable broadband providers remain committed to doing their part to close the digital divide, working to connect low-income households just as they have for over a decade.
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With ACP Winding Down, Cable Providers Are Committed to Keeping Customers Connected

Unless Congress acts, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is set to run out of funds this month. When that happens, millions of Americans will lose a significant benefit that helps them access critical online services like healthcare, education, and job opportunities. With the program's future up in the air, America’s cable broadband providers are reenergizing their longstanding efforts to close
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Comcast Unleashes Next-Gen Connectivity in Rural Pennsylvania

In an effort to improve connectivity and address the increasing demands of local residents, Comcast recently completed a noteworthy project in Jermyn and Mayfield, Pennsylvania. The company already has a robust presence in 54 counties across the state, and this expansion will serve more people in the Lackawanna County footprint, providing more than 2,100 new customers with residential broadband speeds
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Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Sen. Cantwell’s Discussion Draft of the Spectrum and National Security Act

"We applaud the release of Senate Commerce Committee Chair Cantwell’s discussion draft of the Spectrum and National Security Act, legislation that will improve spectrum planning and coordination required to build a future-focused spectrum policy that supports innovation, competition and seamless connectivity. In particular, we welcome the bill’s thoughtful approach to the study of new bands that can enable commercial use
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