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Circle With Disney Device is Instilling Healthy Online Habits Through Parental Controls

Every year, the internet welcomes a new wave of online tools and sites that make education and socialization more fun and rewarding, especially for kids. But as with most things in life, safety and moderation are key to making the most of what the internet has to offer. Internet service providers across the cable industry are committed to protecting today's
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Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC’s Action on Cable Rate Regulation

“We support today’s action by the FCC to simplify and modernize the rate regulation process. The television marketplace is significantly different than it was when the Commission first established its benchmark rate rules decades ago, and today’s vote is an important step to remove antiquated regulations and find better solutions for the highly competitive modern era.”
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Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC’s Adoption of the 3.5 Ghz Order

“NCTA strongly supports the Commission’s adoption of the 3.5 GHz Order today. County-sized licenses strike the right balance to incent investment in 3.5 GHz licenses by a wide variety of existing network operators and new entrants in both urban and rural markets. We applaud Commissioner O’Rielly for his leadership in developing this compromise solution and look forward to working with
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More Than $1.4 Million Raised at 35th Annual Walter Kaitz Foundation Dinner

Last night's annual Walter Kaitz Foundation Dinner in NYC raised over $1.4 million, and was full of inspiring speeches and celebrations. Every year, industry executives, leaders and innovators come together at this dinner—which serves as the culmination of the industry's Diversity Week—to honor the organizations that implement strategies to diversify the workplace and advance opportunities for women and people of
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Three Questions: The Walter Kaitz Foundation's Michelle Ray Talks About Diversifying the Cable Industry

In an interview with NCTA, The Walter Kaitz Foundation's new executive director Michelle Ray shed light on how the Foundation came to be and how it continues to lead the charge for cultivating diverse talent and initiatives across the internet and television landscape. With Diversity Week in full swing, and as leaders and key stakeholders ranging from cable operating executives
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A Fresh Look at the 5.9 GHz Band

It’s time for the FCC to take a fresh look at the 5.9 GHz band. After two decades and millions of dollars in wasted government subsidies, the Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) experiment in the 5.9 GHz band has clearly failed. The growth of Wi-Fi over the last two decades and the potential of this spectrum to deliver better Wi-Fi
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Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Paul Allen’s Passing

“Our industry mourns the passing of Paul Allen. Paul brought to the internet and television industry the same passion he brought to Microsoft, professional sports, aerospace, music and the arts, conservation, education, and his many philanthropic pursuits. During a time of profound change in our business some 20 years ago, Paul invested in our business substantial time, energy, and resources,
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Getting it Right on 3.5 GHz

While predicting the future is always a tricky proposition, one area that we can foresee with absolute certainty is that consumers will continue to demand seamless connectivity to all of their devices no matter where they are. But ensuring that a wide range of providers can meet this escalating demand requires creative solutions to put underutilized spectrum to work. That
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How Broadband is Strengthening the Marketplace

It's easy to see that the internet has never been more powerful as it is today. America's broadband providers are delivering the fastest and most reliable speeds yet, making it possible for people all over the country to stream their favorite TV shows, post Instagram stories, or play a VR video game with their friend across the ocean. This steady
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Cartoon Network Speaks Up on Bullying Prevention

Bullying affects people at every stage of their lives, but those most vulnerable to it are the ones who experience it in America's school yards. Last year, Cartoon Network commissioned a survey and found that two thirds of kids experience bullying once or twice throughout their youth. In support of National Bullying Prevention Month in October, NCTA talked with Cartoon
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