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Myth vs. Reality on ISP Privacy Claims

Clearing up misconceptions about online privacy Myth. ISPs will now start selling sensitive personal data about their customers. Reality. Completely False. ISPs today do not sell their customers’ sensitive personal data and have no plans to do so. Repeal of the FCC’s rules will not change current ISP practices. They have long complied with privacy practices related to the use
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Turner Dives into VR Madness

March Madness comes to a fevered end this coming Monday, and while many of us will watch the Final Four duke it out this weekend from our couches or from our small screen devices while on-the-go, others will experience the matches courtside, without actually having to make the trip out to Phoenix. That's because NCAA and Turner now offer a
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NCTA Statement Regarding U.S. House Approval of CRA Regarding Privacy Rules

“Today’s Congressional action to repeal the FCC’s misguided rules marks an important step toward restoring consumer privacy protections that apply consistently to all internet companies. With a proven record of safeguarding consumer privacy, internet providers will continue to work on innovative new products that follow ‘privacy-by-design’ principles and honor the FTC’s successful consumer protection framework. We look forward to working
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D.C. Tops South Korea for Fast Internet Speeds

For those of us who live and work in the Washington, D.C. area, we don’t have to look far when looking for regions with the fastest average internet speeds. According to the latest Akamai State of the Internet Report covering the fourth quarter of 2016, Washington, D.C. takes the trophy for the fastest average internet connection speed in the country,
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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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