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Latest Pew Research Data Reveals Unexpected Digital Trends

A report released by Pew Research Center last week found interesting spikes in Internet usage among populations that aren’t traditionally known for their digital connectivity, including senior citizens, those without a college degree, and lower-income groups. According to “Americans’ Internet Access: 2000-2015,” while young adults (ages 18-29) still dominate when it comes to internet usage, with 96 percent using the
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Statement of NCTA President & CEO Michael Powell on the Passing of Glenn Jones

“NCTA mourns the passing of Glenn Jones, one of our industry’s great innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders. We deeply appreciated Glenn’s service to our industry through his time on the NCTA Board and his heartfelt support for many of cable’s diversity, leadership, and professional development organizations. He was both predecessor and precursor to today’s high-tech entrepreneurs, investing virtually all his energy
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See How Chapman Partnership and Comcast Are Closing the Digital Divide

Having broadband Internet access enriches the lives of those who have it. They can stay connected to friends, find health care information, or learn about the history of automobiles. But those who don’t have access are at a disadvantage, unable to access the wealth of information and opportunity found online. The cable industry is committed to helping close this digital
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Wi-Fi on the Fourth of July

Have a happy, healthy July 4th!
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Infographic: Broadband Speeds from Singapore to California

According to data from Akamai, the U.S. is home to ten of the top twenty fastest regions in the world.
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How Smartphones are Improving the Cable Customer Service Experience

In his recent LinkedIn column, “State of the Cable Industry: How We’re Changing the Stereotype of the Cable Guy,” NCTA President & CEO Michael Powell said that turning around the industry’s customer service reputation is a huge priority and one that companies are committed to, and investing in. We’ve all seen the stories and surveys which underline the challenges –
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Behind the Numbers: Where American Broadband Stands

This week Akamai released their latest State of the Internet report with updated broadband speeds from across the world. The report revealed that three of the top five fastest regions worldwide are US states. Peak broadband speeds in the US increased 31 percent year-over-year to 53.3 Mbps. We highlight average peak connection speeds because Akamai contends it’s a better, more
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Statement of NCTA Regarding Senate Commerce Passage of the DOTCOM Act

"We commend the Senate Commerce Committee for their bipartisan work on passage of the DOTCOM Act. This legislation helps further the growth of the Internet with the protection and Congressional oversight needed to guide the transition from IANA oversight to the multi-stakeholder model. We look forward to the full Senate acting on this legislation."
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New Initiative Will Improve Energy Efficiency of Home Internet Equipment

Agreement covers 80 million homes, will save consumers money and energy Arlington, VA, June 25, 2015 – Today, Internet service providers, equipment suppliers and retail equipment manufacturers joined the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® and the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) to announce a new voluntary agreement to improve the energy efficiency of Internet modems, routers and other equipment that
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New Energy Conservation Agreement Reached for Broadband Equipment

Today, NCTA and CEA announced a new voluntary agreement among major equipment manufacturers and companies representing 90 percent of the residential broadband market to improve the energy efficiency of routers, modems, and certain other devices (collectively known as small network equipment, or SNE) that consumers use to access the Internet. You can get the details here, including the full list
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