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Elevating Black Voices During Black History Month and Beyond

Black History Month is celebrated in February, but the cable industry supports initiatives that are focused on social justice for the Black community all year long. As the country continues to undergo a reckoning on race and inequality, especially in the aftermath of the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, cable operators and TV programmers are stepping
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Esports, Already Growing, Enters A New Era

Long before the SARS-CoV-2 virus emerged, esports and online gaming were the budding markets many looked to with excitement. Would streaming gameplay REALLY rival conventional sports like football and baseball? Experts projected that by 2021, the esports audience would grow to 84 million Americans, making it the second most popular sport by viewership after the NFL. Esports had (and has)
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Charter Brings 'Big Internet' to Virginia's Eastern Shore

There was a time when Timothy Smith, the owner of an antique appraisal, restoration and woodworking shop in Onancock, Virginia, struggled in his day-to-day work because of a slow and unreliable internet connection. Not only was it a challenge for Smith to hear customers on the other end of the phone, but he also found himself waiting far too long
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How Broadband Networks Enable Telehealth for Patients and Providers

In 2020, millions of Americans adjusted to video conferencing for work, school, socialization and more. But what about for healthcare? Yes, video-visits with doctors peaked in popularity as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, nearly 1 in 5 U.S. households still reported that they had at least one member who was unable to get care or was forced to
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New Pipeline Program Aims to Diversify the Industry's Legal Sector

Earlier this month, the Federal Communications Bar Association (FCBA) launched the inaugural Diversity Pipeline Program, which is designed to support the recruitment and development of diverse law students interested in pursuing careers in technology, media, and telecommunications law and policy. As an anchor employer participant in the program, NCTA takes pride in the active role that the cable industry plays
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Discovery’s Virtual Field Trip to the Inauguration

Over the past year, countless in-person events have re-imagined themselves as virtual experiences. From the BET Awards to ESPN’s Virtual Draft to one of the largest technology trade shows, there have been countless great examples of how organizers adjust to make the most of an unusual circumstance. And while this year’s Presidential Inauguration might be different from years past, it
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Advancing Diversity and Racial Equality Remains a Priority for the Cable Industry

On Monday, the cable industry will join millions of Americans in honoring the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr. The holiday is a time to celebrate and pay tribute to the minister and activist whose leadership resulted in great strides for civil rights in this country. But as the United States continues to go through a reckoning with
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How Connected Technology is Keeping the Music Industry Churning

This past November, pop star Dua Lipa performed a virtual concert and broke a new record for paid livestreams with over 5 million views. Instead of packing into a concert hall or stadium, fans used their home internet connections to see Lipa perform live. At this week's all-digital CES in an iHeartMedia session, Lipa talked with on air host and
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CES Highlights Areas to Watch in 2021

The 54th year of CES is underway. The annual trade show, hosted by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), has been adapted to an all-digital experience for the COVID-19 era. Every year, CES previews a plethora of new products and technologies for consumers, but this year's show will speak a lot to the acceleration of technology adoption and the profound digital
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Nickelodeon Prepares for a 'Slime-Filled' NFL Wild Card Game

To lift spirits and to engage kids and their families with the sport of football, Nickelodeon and CBS Sports have partnered with the NFL for this Sunday's special broadcast of the Wild Card round matchup. What better way to bring a little joy into homes at the start of 2021 than with a "slime-filled presentation" that introduces children to one
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