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In rural states like West Virginia, broadband access is not yet available everywhere. To achieve 100% connectivity in remote areas, we must take collective action. That’s why governments and internet service providers (ISPs) continue to establish public-private partnerships that utilize federal, state, and local funding for broadband expansion across the country – producing a track record of success.

As the year comes to a close, it’s our custom to take a look back at some of the milestones accomplished in the world of broadband and cable television, and a look ahead at what the coming year might hold. 

It’s been one year since the launch of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) – a federal initiative that provides free or discounted high-speed broadband to qualifying households across the country. Closing the digital divide is a national priority. The Affordable Connectivity Program – and its partnership with internet service providers (ISPs) – plays an important part in enabling millions of Americans to access the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare, and more.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a first draft of the new, interactive U.S. broadband map, which will be instrumental step to getting all Americans connected to high-speed internet by identifying where internet is available and where it still needs to be deployed.

This is not a drill: we’re facing a profound climate crisis. And while you might not think “internet” and “environmental impact” go hand-in-hand, cable internet service providers (ISPs) are working to mitigate the impacts of climate change. 

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – and you know what that means:  holiday movies and TV specials galore! But the amount of holiday entertainment can be overwhelming and we’re here to help narrow the list! So grab some hot cocoa, swaddle yourself in blankets, and check out these old (and new!) holiday favorites.

For the first time since 2014, the United States men’s national soccer team is headed to the World Cup – a quadrennial global event where nations compete to be crowned the world champion. Will the U.S. men’s national team make us proud? Is France successful at defending its title? Can Brazil and Argentina live up to the fan-favorite hype? No matter who comes out on top, it’s safe to say this is a sporting event you don’t want to miss!

It’s been one year since the signing of the bipartisan infrastructure law, earmarking $65 billion to expand broadband access. The goal? To make sure that every American has broadband.