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TV Stats: Live Sports Is a Heavy Hitter

As audience habits around entertainment viewing have changed over the years, with many preferring to watch some shows time-shifted, sports are one arena where live-viewing still has mass appeal. In fact, sports programming continues to set records and draw live audiences.
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How Cable Providers Fend Off Cyber Attacks

Cybersecurity Awareness Month continues through October, but the cable industry's efforts to keep its networks secure and people safe online never ends. Today's Biggest Cybersecurity Threats Cybercriminals' most common attacks include: data breaches, phishing schemes which lure users to give away confidential information, denial of service attacks which prohibit users from gaining access to a service, ransomware, espionage, and botnets.
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Cartoon Network Stands Up Against Bullying

Cable TV networks have long used their large reach and influence to move the needle on important issues, and Cartoon Network's commitment to spreading awareness about bullying issues is an example of how powerful storytelling can make a difference for young viewers. In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month this October, Cartoon Network has unveiled a new PSA, "Redraw Your
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Tour the 10G Smart Home

From smart lights to app-controlled speakers, many homes today benefit from internet-connected technologies. But as more devices become connected and as new technologies come to market, a next-generation gigabit network is critical to powering the future. How to get there: Cable internet service providers (ISPs) have been building the 10G network for years now, and with recent breakthroughs and innovations,
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Award-winning Broadband Equipment Agreement Exceeds Energy Efficiency Goals

More than 98% of new modems, routers and other internet equipment purchased and sold last year for U.S. residential broadband subscribers met targeted energy efficiency levels, exceeding the goal of 90% set out in the industry voluntary agreement for small network equipment (SNE) led by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, NCTA - The Internet & Television Association and CableLabs, according
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The Right Way to Bring Broadband to Rural Communities

Across rural America, from the most remote areas of Alaska to the grain silos of Minnesota, cable internet service providers (ISPs) continually build out their broadband networks to connect as many unserved Americans as possible. Why it matters: In today's world, a high-speed broadband connection is a must-have for everything from education, business, healthcare, entertainment, job searching, to communicating with
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NCTA's Michael Powell on Diversity and Inclusion: 'Stories Really Do Matter'

The Walter Kaitz Foundation's annual fundraising event resumed in person on Wednesday in New York City as industry leaders came together and raised over $1.1 million in funds for diversity initiatives and programs. The Kaitz Dinner, which always takes place during Diversity Week, has held an important role in the industry for nearly four decades. It is a time when
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Hallmark Media’s Wonya Lucas Joins NCTA Board

Washington, D.C. – NCTA – The Internet & Television Association today announced Wonya Lucas has joined the NCTA Board of Directors where she will serve as an Appointed At-Large Director for a two-year term. Lucas is the current President and Chief Executive Officer of Hallmark Media, where she oversees the company’s portfolio of entertainment brands, including linear networks Hallmark Channel,
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Industry Initiative Saves Consumers $2.5 Billion in Annual Energy Costs

Washington, D.C. -- Consumers saved $2.5 billion in energy costs in 2021 under a voluntary agreement between the pay-TV industry and energy efficiency advocates to improve the energy efficiency of set-top boxes used to access video programming. Led by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, NCTA - The Internet & Television Association and CableLabs®, the agreement has cut the aggregate energy
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Diversity Week Renews the Industry's Commitment to an Inclusive Culture

After two years of virtual conferences, the cable industry's renowned Diversity Week launched in person this week with leaders and changemakers gathering in New York City to celebrate and advance diversity and inclusion across the media and entertainment landscape. Diversity Week has long exemplified how the industry continually directs efforts towards fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace as well as
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