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2017 Brings in More Scripted TV Content Than Ever Before

As 2017 winds down, it's common to see annual "best of year" lists floating around, and TV and entertainment writers have even more programming to choose from this year. FX Networks estimates that the final count for the number of scripted TV series in 2017 will exceed 500 by year end. That's up from 455 from last year, and more
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Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC’s Action to Restore Light-Touch Regulation to the Internet

“Today’s FCC action rightly restores the light-touch approach to government regulation of the internet that has fostered the development of a vibrant, open and innovative platform. For decades, America’s internet service providers have delivered an open internet – allowing consumers to enjoy the lawful internet content and applications of their choosing. Nothing in this decision alters that commitment – ISPs
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Let's Calm Down. No Matter What Happens with Net Neutrality, an Open Internet isn't Going Anywhere

By NCTA President & CEO Michael Powell Originally published in recode on December 13th, 2017 Tomorrow, the Federal Communications Commission will vote to restore light-touch regulation and promote investment in internet networks. Opponents of this action have responded with hyperbole, demagoguery and even personal threats. New-age Nostradamuses predict the internet will stop working, democracy will collapse, plague will ensue and
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The Twelve Days of Statistics

As the days get shorter and all the decorations go up, we here at NCTA couldn’t help getting in on the holiday fun too. So, for the next 12 days we’ll be highlighting a new statistic about the industry we are proud to represent. Keep an eye out on twitter to unwrap a new statistic each day from now until
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Connected TVs and TV Everywhere Are Gaining Ground

With more pay TV subscribers becoming regular TV Everywhere users, the connected TV is rapidly becoming the preferred device to watch. Industry reports show that consumers are opting to utilize connected TVs, TV Everywhere services and programming apps that are creating a whole new way of watching television. The Nielsen Total Audience Report, which found that consumers this year are
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A Chorus of Voices Supporting the FCC

The FCC proposal to restore a "light-touch" approach and reverse the 1930’s-era public utility regulation (Title II) imposed in 2015 has led to quite an outpouring of opinion (and unfortunately some very nasty online vitriol). As representatives of America’s large and small internet providers who offer high-speed internet to 93 percent of U.S. homes in communities large and small, we
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How Amdocs is Using Artificial Intelligence to Improve Customer Service

From Facebook to Amazon to Waze, artificial intelligence, or AI, is changing the way we use and interact with technology. It’s also transforming customer service. Comcast announced earlier this year that AI and machine learning will be a priority in developing their next-gen customer care program. Comcast Cable CEO Dave Watson commented during the Cable-Tec Expo in Denver that the
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Three Questions: Combatting Cybersecurity Threats

NCTA introduces its newest series, three questions with an expert. Check back periodically for interviews on different topics with various professionals within the cable industry. Topic: Combatting Cybersecurity Threats Expert: Matt Tooley, NCTA Vice President of Broadband Technology NCTA’s Matt Tooley provides a snapshot of cybersecurity threats and what ISPs are doing to protect users. Name a few threats that
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Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding FCC Chairman Pai’s “Restoring Internet Freedom” Draft Order

“We fully support Chairman Pai’s effort to restore the ‘light touch’ regulatory approach that proved so successful in driving the growth and development of our internet economy. In 2015, the FCC unjustifiably departed from two decades of bipartisan consensus and imposed 1930s-era, utility-style regulation on the internet. It did so without any evidence that ISPs were degrading or interfering with
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Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Senate Finance Committee Passage of the Tax Reform Bill

“We applaud the Senate Finance Committee’s effort to approve a comprehensive tax reform bill that will make our tax system fairer and more competitive. Importantly, we welcome the Committee’s proposal to permanently lower the corporate tax rate to 20 percent, in addition to improvements made to the expensing language, the retention of the advertising deduction, and a “thin cap” approach
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