ACA Connects appoints Calix CEO Michael Weening to board
ACA Connects, the industry group representing small broadband companies, has appointed Michael Weening to its board of directors.
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Federal lawmakers push mandatory rebates during cable TV disputes
Cable TV industry advocates say the proposal that mandates rebates during blackouts will not adequately address the problem.
Sixth Circuit appeals court strikes down FCC’s net neutrality rules
The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down the FCC’s ability to regulate Internet service providers through so-called “network neutrality” rules.
FCC ability to regulate uncertain after SCOTUS nullifies “Chevron doctrine”
The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the “Chevron doctrine” raises questions about the FCC’s ability to interpret open-ended laws and regulate the telecom and media industries accordingly.
FCC votes to restore Obama-era network neutrality rules
The FCC has voted 3-2 to restore network neutrality rules first put in place during the Obama administration.
FCC approves “all-in” pricing requirement for cable, satellite TV plans
Under the rule, cable and satellite companies will be forced to disclose all programming and equipment fees in advertised prices.
Gray Television says its ready to embrace Fox-ESPN-WBD streaming service
Gray Television says a forthcoming sports streaming service could be a boon for its local Fox and ABC television affiliates.
Cable TV group criticizes plans for Fox-ESPN-WBD sports streamer
ACA Connects says the forthcoming Fox Sports-ESPN-TNT Sports streaming service puts cable TV companies at a disadvantage.
Groups say FCC chair’s proposals to end cable blackouts are misguided
Broadcast and cable channel owners, not pay TV companies, are to blame for programming disruptions, the groups say.
Senate confirms two FCC commissioners to additional terms
Brendan Carr and Geoffrey Starks will serve five-year terms after the U.S. Senate affirmed their re-confirmations over the weekend.
Cable TV group opposes ‘all-in’ pricing proposal at FCC, citing high bills
A consortium representing small and rural cable operators claims customers will be “troubled” to learn the real cost of their television service.
Former FCC officials to keynote ACA Connects event
Two former heads of the FCC will deliver keynote addresses at the ACA Connects Summit Dinner later this month.