NCTA: The Internet and Television Association

09/15/2026

NCTA has joined the newly formed U.S. Film & TV Production Coalition to support a federal production tax incentive that would give America a stronger position to compete for productions that can be made almost anywhere in the world.

The stakes are significant: a new study finds that restoring America's historic share of global production would generate nearly $250 billion in additional economic activity and add an average of more than 143,000 jobs annually across all 50 states.

More on the efforts to restore America's share of production:

Restoring America’s share of production could add $250 billion to the economy and more than 143,000 jobs a year.

09/10/2026

The 2026 NFL season is officially underway — and fans have more ways than ever to tune in. Networks continue investing in bringing must-watch programming to audiences across broadcast, cable, and streaming.

Last season, NFL games dominated:
🏈15.8M average viewers for ESPN's Monday Night Football
🏈57.2M viewers for the most-watched regular season NFL game ever
🏈23.5M average viewers for Sunday Night Football across NBC and Peacock TV.

Live sports show the power of great programming:

Football continues to deliver some of the biggest audiences across television and streaming.

09/10/2026

The Federal Communications Commission's latest report shows:
☑️ More broadband availability
☑️ More competition
☑️ More choices for consumers

Cable providers are helping drive this progress by investing in advanced networks and expanding reliable, high-speed service across the country.

Explore more findings: https://bit.ly/4ixMXEP

09/09/2026

Take the next step toward a career in media and communications. 🎓
Applications are now open for the 2026 AWM Foundation & NCTA: The Internet and Television Association Scholarship.

One undergraduate or graduate student will receive:
▪️ A $10,000 scholarship
▪️ The opportunity to create an original media project with guidance from NCTA representatives
▪️ A ticket to the Gracies Leadership Awards in New York City

Women pursuing careers in television, radio, journalism, digital media, advertising, production, creative design and other communications fields are encouraged to apply by September 25.

Learn more and apply: https://allwomeninmedia.org/foundation/scholarships/

09/08/2026

For cable providers, disaster readiness is a year-round operation.

From strengthening networks and preparing crews to coordinating with utilities, first responders, and local communities, the industry works to keep people connected and restore service when disaster strikes.

Explore how cable providers prepare and respond — and watch our docufilm "After the Storm" for a closer look at the crews helping communities reconnect and recover:

As peak hurricane season arrives and wildfire risk stays elevated out west, member companies' storm readiness never actually stops.

09/07/2026

From big cities to rural towns, cable workers keep America connected, informed, and entertained.

This Labor Day, we celebrate the people whose work strengthens families, businesses, and communities nationwide.

See the impact: https://bit.ly/4cszQRz

09/03/2026

Connectivity infrastructure is essential to U.S. leadership in AI.

Catch NCTA President & CEO Cory Gardner’s interview with the Schwab Network below. ⬇️

09/02/2026

As Labor Day weekend approaches, we're recognizing the cable industry's workforce — from technicians who build and maintain America's broadband infrastructure to the professionals who create and deliver award-winning programming.

See the impact: https://bit.ly/4cszQRz

The cable industry supports hundreds of thousands of jobs that help connect, inform and entertain Americans nationwide.

09/01/2026

6 GHz Wi-Fi is reaching more homes and devices.

As routers get upgraded and more 6 GHz-capable devices come online, usage is climbing fast — showing the growing role of unlicensed spectrum in delivering next-gen Wi-Fi.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cwQWgg

08/28/2026

Across the country, public-private partnerships are doing some of the most effective work in urban connectivity.

In a new National League of Cities piece, NCTA highlights how cities and broadband providers can combine their complementary strengths to:

➡️Connect residents with low-cost options
➡️Support digital skills and device access programs
➡️Streamline local deployment processes

More on how effective public-private partnerships can deliver greater value:

Authored by NCTA – The Internet & Television Association For city leaders, the definition of what qualifies as essential infrastructure has evolved. Water, roads and electricity were once the baseline…