How the Cable Industry is Securing the Network Against Cyberattacks
To check the latest findings on nationwide broadband network performance during the pandemic, go to the NCTA COVID-19 dashboard. October may mark Cybersecurity Month, but the cable industry’s work to secure its networks against evolving cyberattacks happens every single second of every single day. With more people working remotely more than ever due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and with more devices in the home now, the industry is always monitoring traffic to identify potential threats that could compromise consumer devices, businesses, and personal information. As the annual Cable-Tec Expo
Parenting With Screens During COVID-19
Since the start of the pandemic, kids have spent more hours at home than they ever have before. And as schools struggle with the decision of whether or not to reopen this fall, it is very likely that many children will continue to distance learn and spend most of their days at home for the foreseeable future. In many ways, the internet has acted as a source of comfort for kids (and adults) during this time as they use it to not just complete school work, but to also connect with teachers and peers on a personal level, stream entertaining shows, or play interactive games. But what are the
3Q: How to Stay Safe Online, According to an Expert
Now that we all find ourselves in a new reality, be it working, learning, or just passing time at home, there are some unique vulnerabilities to be aware of online. To clear up some of the uncertainty, we virtually-interviewed NCTA Vice President of Broadband Technology Matt Tooley to give us an expert’s advice and give us some peace of mind. How should users think about their cybersecurity, now that so many of them find themselves working remotely? Everyone should remember that cybersecurity is a 24×7 effort. This means everyone should be cognizant of potential new attack vectors such as
Safer Internet Day–Together for a Better Internet
Screens are all over our daily lives, reminding us of meetings and appointments, serving up a friend’s vacation pictures, even helping our kids with homework. It’s gotten increasingly difficult to stay on top of our digital lives and data security, and that confusion is compounded when you add kids and tech into the equation. Shouldn’t this be easier? That’s where Safer Internet Day comes in. The advocacy event started in 2004 as an initiative of the EU SafeBorders project, but given the universal nature of its goals, #SID quickly became an international undertaking and today about 150
How the Cable Industry Addresses Today’s Cybersecurity Concerns
Cybersecurity Awareness Month may be coming to an end, but the cable industry continues to work each day to keep our networks and customers safe. As the nation’s leading provider of broadband, the cable industry has been at the forefront of developing and implementing best practices for identifying and addressing cybersecurity risks. Today’s cyber threats have evolved and advanced significantly. Threats now range from the theft of sensitive personal information, to the extortion of money through phishing scams and ransomware, to cloud-based multi-gigabit distributed denial of service (DDoS)
SCTE•ISBE's Role in Setting Cybersecurity Standards Across the Industry
As National Cybersecurity Month continues throughout the month of October, NCTA caught up with Chris Bastian, Senior Vice President of Engineering and Chief Technology Officer at SCTE•ISBE, to find out how the organization is making an impact in the cybersecurity space across the cable industry, and ultimately, on consumers. Bastian's work at SCTE•ISBE, where he heads up technology and engineering, is very network focused and includes leading the charge for standardizing and operationalizing security procedures for the industry geared towards protecting networks and consumers from
Cybersecurity Awareness Month and Cable's Efforts to Keep Consumers Safe Online
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and a good time to learn about how cable operators are working to empower consumers and ensure that cyber threats don't get in the way of a user's online experience. The cable industry has long been committed to recognizing, identifying, and combatting cybersecurity threats in various ways, and as the Internet of Things (IoT) grows and technology advances, ISPs make it a priority to keep their customers safe online. Even as new and exciting online experiences are improving people's lives each year, cybersecurity threats are a reality in our
Time for Congress to Act on Privacy
As Congress looks to firm up its legislative agenda for this fall and through the end of the year, it's time for action on a comprehensive federal privacy law. Earlier this week, the Business Roundtable—an association representing a broad cross section of American companies in nearly every sector of the economy—urged Congress to enact such a privacy law that establishes a new framework for today's digital economy. At NCTA, we (and our member companies) have been calling for Congress to act on a national data privacy framework that would codify strong and enforceable consumer protections. Last
How Digital Piracy is Harming America's Economy
A report issued earlier this summer pointed to a dramatic rise in digital video piracy and the negative ramifications it has on the media and entertainment space, the U.S. economy, and ultimately on consumers. According to "Impacts of Digital Video Piracy on the U.S. Economy," released by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and NERA Economic Consulting, "Digital video piracy results in significant losses to the U.S. economy, harming businesses ranging from content production firms to the innovative technology companies that are driving the digital distribution revolution." Unfortunately, while TV
Back-to-School Time Means Brushing up on Online Safety
School is back in session. As parents with school-aged children say goodbye to summer and hello to a new year, they also find themselves trying to strike the right balance in their homes when it comes to technology and internet usage, homework responsibilities, and quality family time. And while the explosion of connected devices, apps, and numerous websites in recent years has unleashed new possibilities for all, ensuring that kids stay safe online can prove to be challenging. This past summer, NCTA intern Sierra Cole shared her family's perspective on what it's like to parent in today's
