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Gigabit Speeds Will Power America’s Digital Future

Over the past several decades, millions of miles of fiber-rich broadband networks have been deployed and broadband speeds have dramatically increased. Today, the high-speed internet that made everything from video conferencing to virtual reality possible is available across the United States. In fact, 80% of U.S. homes can now access 1 gigabit speed broadband. Why it matters: Americans rely on
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How the Industry's Energy Efficiency Program Helps With Network Resiliency

As the pandemic surges on, NCTA continues to report, on a biweekly basis, the network performance data gathered from major cable broadband providers across the country. The NCTA COVID-19 Dashboard was first published last April as the cable industry came together in an effort to be as transparent as possible about network performance during a time when remote work, virtual
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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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VIDEO: We’re ready for 10G. Are you?

Engineered for the future, 10G sets a new standard for broadband.
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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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Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Rebecca Slaughter Being Named Acting Chair of the FTC

“We congratulate Commissioner Slaughter on being named Acting Chair of the FTC. Commissioner Slaughter has been a passionate advocate for ensuring that American consumers are safeguarded by our nation’s consumer protection laws and that the FTC has the necessary resources to be an effective agency. We look forward to working with Acting Chair Slaughter and the FTC in the months
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Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Jessica Rosenworcel Being Named Acting Chair of the FCC

“We congratulate Commissioner Rosenworcel on being named Acting Chair of the FCC. Throughout her tenure at the Commission, Jessica has been keenly focused on promoting policies that ensure all Americans can be connected to the internet, especially students who need access for learning from home. She has also championed the FCC’s action to free up unlicensed spectrum that can supercharge
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