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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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NCTA Announces the Promotions of Nilda Gumbs to be Chief of Staff and Mark Kulish to be Chief Administrative & Financial Officer

NCTA President & CEO Michael Powell today announced two personnel moves. Powell announced: “First, I am pleased to announce that I have selected Nilda Gumbs to become my Chief of Staff. Nilda is an NCTA veteran with deep operational and policy experience, and I am excited to have her join the Executive Office. Also, Mark Kulish will become Chief Administrative
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Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Regarding Dane Snowden Being Named CEO of the Internet Association

“Dane Snowden has been an exceptional force at NCTA. As our Chief Operating Officer he has contributed immeasurably to NCTA’s success. With his steady hand and commitment to excellence he has helped build and nurture a warm and supportive culture, while ensuring peak performance even in the midst of a pandemic. While a consummate professional, what we will miss most
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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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Cable Broadband Networks Continue to Outperform

The cable industry has been at the forefront of reporting how well its broadband networks have performed in delivering and accommodating the unprecedented surges in traffic that occurred when COVID-19 closed down businesses and schools, and as working, learning, and healthcare all shifted to residential networks instantaneously. Other reports from SamKnows and Ookla (speedtest.net) also document how well broadband networks
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Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Regarding the Passing of Disney’s Richard Bates

“We join The Walt Disney Company in mourning the tragic passing of Richard Bates, the longtime head of Disney's government relations office. We have had the privilege of working closely with Richard for many years and saw up close his intelligence and leadership in representing Disney and other content creators. But beyond his many policy successes, Richard was a wonderful
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What Broadband Connectivity Did for Americans in 2020

The end of the year often brings reflections, and looking back, everyone can agree that 2020 was a year like no other. The COVID-19 pandemic brought not only health struggles, but also financial and economic hardship. It was also a year that saw more people turn to technology and the internet than ever before to continue some sort of semblance
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