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It is not an exaggeration to say that spectrum–the radio frequencies that connect wireless devices–is the lifeblood of many ITI companies. Our membership spans wireless and network equipment manufacturers, device and mobile hardware companies, and service and software providers, all of which provide mobile and wireless technologies. That is why we welcome a new spectrum discussion draft bill, the “MOBILE [...]
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NEW YORK – Today I had the privilege of attending a high-level panel discussion entitled “Development in the Digital Age” in the context of the United Nations General Assembly meetings in New York, where the U.S. State Department launched its much-anticipated Global Connect initiative. For so many people, access to social and economic opportunities now depends on access to the Internet. Unfortunately, [...]
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Because the Internet plays such a critical role in our lives, the idea of a free and open Internet became a flash point for Americans to send millions of comments to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). That same sentiment courses through the technology industry. Many of our companies could have never been founded, never thrived, nor had the significant impact of improving our society and growing [...]
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Spectrum may not be a household word, but we rely on it every day for the connected devices like smartphones and portable devices that are a central part of our lives. Spectrum is a term used to describe the radio frequencies that all wireless communications use. And, as there are only so many radio frequencies, spectrum is a limited and valuable resource. As the Internet of Things (IoT) connects [...]
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Over the past seven days, the United States Treasury is on pace to bring in more than $25.8 billion without raising taxes, assessing penalties or fines, or imposing any other sort of burden on individuals, business, or foreign entities. In fact, companies are clamoring to GIVE the federal government money. Why you might ask? Because the U.S. government learned in the 90s that it holds an extremely [...]
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We applaud Reps. Bob Latta (R-OH), Anna G. Eshoo (D-CA), Darrell Issa (R-CA), and Doris Matsui (D-CA) for introducing H.R. 5125, the bipartisan Wi-Fi Innovation Act. The leadership and continued work on this issue by these four members is reflective of their commitment to innovation, technology, and bringing about next-generation connectivity through efficient use of spectrum. The potential uses [...]
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We applaud Sens. Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) for introducing S. 2505, the bipartisan Wi-Fi Innovation Act. Americans increasingly depend on smartphones and portable devices that rely on spectrum for connectivity and ITI has long held the view that we must make efficient use of all spectrum to meet our nation’s growing demand. The 5 GHz band provides tremendous opportunity to expand [...]
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ITI and its member companies are pleased that with tonight's Senate confirmations of new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Tom Wheeler and Commissioner Michael O'Rielly, the FCC is now at full strength. These confirmations could not come at a more critical time for our country and the tech industry. We look forward to working with Chairman Wheeler and Commissioner O’Rielly on issues [...]
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Tonight, the U.S. information and communications technology (ICT) industry gained a thoughtful voice within the U.S. government for tech policies that embrace and advance innovation. With Senate confirmation of Daniel Sepulveda, many of the pressing international issues facing the ICT sector are now in the capable hands of the State Department’s new Deputy Assistant Secretary and U.S. Coordinator for [...]
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The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) presents significant opportunities for new job creation and economic growth for both the United States and the European Union – if negotiators can forge an agreement that reflects the dynamic, innovative marketplace in both regions. That’s the message ITI’s Dean Garfield will offer at a Wednesday House hearing on TTIP. Dean’s testimony is going [...]