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FTC to Hold Virtual Informal Hearing in January 2024 as Part of its Review of the Proposed “Click to Cancel” Rulemaking

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission will hold a virtual informal hearing on January 16, 2024, on the proposed amendments to the Negative Option Rule.

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  • The Federal Trade Commission will hold a virtual informal hearing on January 16, 2024, on the proposed amendments to the Negative Option Rule.
  • The Federal Register notice states that these entities will be entitled to make oral presentations at the informal hearing on January 16, 2024.
  • The link to the hearing webcast will be posted shortly before the date of the event on the FTC’s website.
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20th Anniversary of the Pulver Order: Celebrating Two Decades of VoIP Innovation at the National Press Club Monday, February 12, 2024

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A landmark moment in telecommunications history, the 20th anniversary of the Pulver Order, will be celebrated at the National Press Club in Washington on Monday, February 12th, announced Jeff Pulver, 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A landmark moment in telecommunications history, the 20th anniversary of the Pulver Order, will be celebrated at the National Press Club in Washington on Monday, February 12th, announced Jeff Pulver, 2023.
  • The 20th-anniversary celebration is not just a nod to the past but a forward-looking forum, setting the stage for discussions on the future trajectory of VoIP technology.
  • Key figures include:
    Jeff Pulver , the visionary founder of VON and Vonage, whose foresight and advocacy were instrumental in creating the Pulver Order.
  • Michael Powell, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission from 2001 - 2005, whose leadership and support were pivotal in realizing the Pulver Order.

PLENTY OF REAL CHRISTMAS TREE JOY TO BE FOUND FOR DECEMBER SHOPPERS - EVEN FOR "TREECRASTINATORS"

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

HOWELL, Mich., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- While most shoppers get their real Christmas tree earlier in the season, some buy as late as Christmas eve. According to a survey conducted for the Real Christmas Tree Board earlier this year, shoppers fall into six segments according to when they buy their real Christmas trees:

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  • HOWELL, Mich., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- While most shoppers get their real Christmas tree earlier in the season, some buy as late as Christmas eve.
  • According to a survey conducted for the Real Christmas Tree Board earlier this year, shoppers fall into six segments according to when they buy their real Christmas trees:
    For some, when they buy a real Christmas tree is a matter of happenstance.
  • The Real Christmas Tree Board (RCTB) is the media's expert resource for insights about farm-grown Christmas trees.
  • It is a 501(c)(3) corporation established in 2009 and has no known members representing the real Christmas tree industry.

Alliance for Women in Media Honors Eight Female Leaders at the Gracies Leadership Awards

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) hosted the Gracies Leadership Awards luncheon, on Monday, November 13 at Tribeca 360° in New York City, recognizing the outstanding contributions of eight remarkable female leaders. This year, the event ushered in a new era featuring the Inaugural Gracies Icon Award recipient, Delilah, who's inspiring life and career was highlighted with a captivating fireside chat alongside Erica Farber, President & CEO, Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB).

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) hosted the Gracies Leadership Awards luncheon, on Monday, November 13 at Tribeca 360° in New York City, recognizing the outstanding contributions of eight remarkable female leaders.
  • The eight honorees represent a diverse array of talents and achievements across various media platforms, ranging from broadcasting to digital media.
  • Their stories serve as an inspiration to aspiring female leaders, including students attending as part of the Google News Initiative Fellowship, encouraging them to break barriers and make a lasting impact.
  • Sponsors of the event include: Audacy, Clear Channel Outdoor, Cumulus Media, ESPN, Exponent, Google News Initiative, Katz Media Group, KPMG, NBC Universal News Group, NCTA-The Internet & Television Association, Warner Bros.

20% OF ANNUAL SURVEY RESPONDENTS ARE PLANNING TO BUY A REAL CHRISTMAS TREE FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS YEAR.

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

HOWELL, Mich., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Everyone has their Christmas tradition. For some people, it's picking out a real tree. For the Real Christmas Tree Board (RCTB), it's the release of the industry's annual survey of … the people picking out a real tree.

Key Points: 
  • For the Real Christmas Tree Board (RCTB), it's the release of the industry's annual survey of … the people picking out a real tree.
  • New this year: 20% of survey respondents overall are planning to buy a real Christmas tree for the first time.
  • According to the survey, the scent of a real Christmas tree actually creates joy: 94% of those planning to buy a real tree agree with the statement, "The scent of a real Christmas tree will bring me joy this season."
  • Here a real Christmas tree, there a real Christmas tree, everywhere a real Christmas tree!

SCTE® Cable-Tec Expo® 2023 Delivered an EXPOnentially Innovative Experience

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

DENVER, Oct. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Surpassing attendance by 5% from the last time the show was hosted in Denver in 2017, SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2023 was bursting at the seams in the Mile High City this week, featuring both a packed agenda and packed pavilions at the Colorado Convention Center from October 16-19. The excitement at the industry’s most influential and collaborative show was evident throughout the event, including a vibrant opening general session that was standing-room-only with several thousand attendees, 345 exhibits including 75 new exhibitors, and a memorable 40th anniversary celebration featuring live music provided by rising star Luke Ogea and the annual SCTE Awards.

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  • “Cable-Tec Expo 2023 was truly a celebration of the past four decades of coming together to collaborate and evolve our industry,” said Mark Dzuban, SCTE president and CEO.
  • Industry legend and philanthropist John Malone joined Liberty Global CEO Mike Fries for a fireside chat, sharing his observations on the industry’s evolution.
  • Expo 2023 combined the best elements of an on-site experience with compelling streaming content, which will be available to full conference attendees through November 20.
  • “We’re excited to plan next year’s Expo with Balan and Mark to bring our global cable and technology communities together,” said McKinney.

TOM RUTLEDGE TO BECOME BOARD MEMBER EMERITUS, ERIC ZINTERHOFER APPOINTED NON-EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, CHRIS WINFREY APPOINTED TO CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS' BOARD

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

The Board also appointed Charter's President and Chief Executive Officer, Chris Winfrey to the Board to fill the vacancy created upon Mr. Rutledge's retirement.

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  • The Board also appointed Charter's President and Chief Executive Officer, Chris Winfrey to the Board to fill the vacancy created upon Mr. Rutledge's retirement.
  • The Board appointed Charter's Lead Independent Director, Eric Zinterhofer as non-executive Chairman of the Board effective November 30, 2023.
  • "I am very pleased that Tom has agreed to stay on as Board Member Emeritus," said Mr. Winfrey.
  • "I look forward to returning to the Chairman role and welcome Chris to the Board," said Mr. Zinterhofer.

SCTE® Previews More Cable-Tec Expo® Highlights

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

New this year, Cable-Tec Expo opens day two with a fireside chat between CableLabs President and CEO Phil McKinney and NCTA President and CEO Michael Powell.

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  • New this year, Cable-Tec Expo opens day two with a fireside chat between CableLabs President and CEO Phil McKinney and NCTA President and CEO Michael Powell.
  • The two leaders will reflect on the industry’s progress toward 10G and the future to come, highlighting innovative advances, and the industry’s focus on security.
  • Following Ms. Polk and Mr. Scott will be Expo’s inaugural CISO panel: Safeguarding Tomorrow Today: Cybersecurity.
  • There is still time for attendees to secure their spot to “scan and go” at check-in for the 40th SCTE Cable-Tec Expo by registering online at https://expo.scte.org/attendee-registration/ .

Alliance for Women in Media Announces Radio Legend Delilah as Inaugural Recipient of the Gracies Icon Award

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) is proud to announce radio legend Delilah will be honored with the inaugural Gracies Icon Award at the 2023 Gracies Leadership Awards .

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) is proud to announce radio legend Delilah will be honored with the inaugural Gracies Icon Award at the 2023 Gracies Leadership Awards .
  • "We are thrilled to present the first-ever Gracies Icon Award to Delilah," said Becky Brooks, President of the Alliance for Women in Media.
  • "Delilah's remarkable career in broadcasting has been a source inspiration and empowerment for countless women in the industry.
  • For more information about the Alliance for Women in Media and the Gracies Leadership Awards, please visit allwomeninmedia.org

CFP Board Appoints Seasoned Association Leader K. Dane Snowden as Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, October 2, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CFP Board of Standards (CFP Board) announced today that it has named K. Dane Snowden as Chief Operating Officer, following a national search.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CFP Board of Standards (CFP Board) announced today that it has named K. Dane Snowden as Chief Operating Officer, following a national search.
  • Snowden succeeds Chief Operating Officer Elizabeth Stewart, Esq.
  • He spent 10 years as Chief Operating Officer of the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA), executing organizational strategy and leading management and business operations.
  • Snowden served as a public member on the Board of Directors of CFP Board from 2017 to 2020.