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Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding U.S. Senate Approval of CRA Regarding FCC Privacy Rules

“We appreciate today’s Senate action to repeal unwarranted FCC rules that deny consumers consistent privacy protection online and violate competitive neutrality. The Senate’s action represents a critical step towards reestablishing a balanced framework that is grounded in the long-standing and successful FTC privacy framework that applies equally to all parties operating online. Our industry remains committed to offering services that
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The State of Online Gaming in 2017

Earlier this year, we took a look at the state of America's internet connectivity and speeds, premium television, and TV Everywhere to measure progress in our communications and entertainment marketplaces. This week, in the latest status check of our series, we examine the state of online gaming and its steady surge in popularity in U.S. households. Faster internet speeds and
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Rita Lewis is Stepping Down as SVP, Government Relations; Will Serve in a New Role at NCTA

NCTA – The Internet & Television Association President & CEO Michael Powell today announced that Rita Lewis, Senior Vice President for Government Relations, has decided to step down from her position on June 1, 2017 to spend more time with her family. She is remaining at NCTA, however, in a new part-time role as Senior Advisor, Government Relations. Lewis has
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The Price per Megabit per Second has Gone Down 90 Percent

Over the past decade, internet speeds have increased more than 125 times over. In 2007, for instance, it took 45 minutes to download a 5 GB HD movie, and today it takes 21 seconds. The huge increase in broadband speeds reflects the tremendous investment and upgrades to our networks in just ten short years. And because of the exponential growth
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March Madness on the Go

March Madness is upon us, and now that brackets have been filled out, tip-off of the first round of the tournament is just about here. Luckily, most fans won't have to miss out on those often unpredictable matches, even the ones taking place during the work day. Live streaming the games and following your tournament pick has never been easier.
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NCTA President & CEO Michael Powell on C-SPAN's "The Communicators" [VIDEO]

This week, NCTA President and CEO Michael Powell sat down with C-SPAN's "The Communicators" and talked about new leadership at the FCC, net neutrality, broadband infrastructure, spectrum, and the industry's wireless outlook, among other things. You can see the full video here:
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The Near Future is Just Around the Corner

Business in Washington often revolves around the here and now. We focus on the daily news cycle, this week’s hearings, next month’s regulatory proceedings or the ongoing variety of public events dissecting policy minutiae. While all of this is essential, at NCTA we also know how important it is to step out of this mold and take a deeper look
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Doing Our Part to Achieve Gender Parity in the Workplace

Today is International Women's Day and this year’s theme is #BeBoldForChange, which calls for a more gender-inclusive world in the workplace and beyond. And that’s exactly what the internet and television world has been working towards and continues to prioritize. Maria Brennan, President & CEO of Women in Cable Telecommunications (WICT), gave us the lowdown on the strides the industry
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Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Re-Nomination of Ajit Pai to the FCC

“We congratulate Ajit Pai on his re-nomination to the FCC. In just a few short months, Chairman Pai has embarked on a thoughtful, pro-consumer agenda that focuses on promoting Internet freedom and expanding the benefits of broadband to all Americans. We look forward to continuing to work with Chairman Pai and his colleagues over the coming years.”
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Wi-Fi Report Predicts Spectrum Shortfall in Under 10 Years

A new report for Wi-Fi Alliance issued by Quotient Associates predicts that by the year 2025, the United States will require significantly more unlicensed Wi-Fi spectrum in order to support expected peak Wi-Fi usage. The report also indicates that this coming Wi-Fi crunch could be even more substantial if new, novel internet applications enter the marketplace that we currently can’t
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