{"id":86136,"date":"2026-02-12T11:05:46","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T14:05:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ces.einnews.com\/article\/891759066"},"modified":"2026-02-12T11:05:46","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T14:05:46","slug":"consumer-technology-association-advocates-for-spectrum-utilization-in-broadcast-media","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new7.shop\/zerocostfreehost\/index.php\/2026\/02\/12\/consumer-technology-association-advocates-for-spectrum-utilization-in-broadcast-media\/","title":{"rendered":"Consumer Technology Association Advocates for Spectrum Utilization in Broadcast Media"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"code-block code-block-10\">\n<div class=\"rf-ad-unit\">\n<img data-opt-id=758893364  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/ywAAAAAAQABAAACAUwAOw==\" fifu-lazy=\"1\" fifu-data-sizes=\"auto\" fifu-data-srcset=\"https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=75&resize=75&ssl=1 75w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=100&resize=100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=150&resize=150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=240&resize=240&ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=320&resize=320&ssl=1 320w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=500&resize=500&ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=640&resize=640&ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=800&resize=800&ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=1024&resize=1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=1280&resize=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1&w=1600&resize=1600&ssl=1 1600w\" fifu-data-src=\"https:\/\/mlmjbqro95r8.i.optimole.com\/cb:bOxR.6a5\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/media.theindustry.biz\/2025\/12\/SMP_RF_Digital-Ads_728x90pxArtboard-3.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"TIDBIZ Digital Ad\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<article class=\"rf-article\">\n<p>In a recent development highlighting the ongoing tensions between broadcast media and technology advocacy groups, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has formally addressed the Senate Commerce Committee regarding the underutilization of broadcast spectrum. This communication follows CTA President Gary Shapiro\u2019s continued criticism of existing broadcast regulations, including his opposition to the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act and efforts to modernize the Federal Communications Commission\u2019s (FCC) ownership rules for broadcast television.<\/p>\n<p>The CTA\u2019s letter, which emerged after a Senate hearing focused on broadcast TV ownership rules, underscores the organization\u2019s position that the current regulatory framework hinders innovation and efficient spectrum use. By advocating for a reassessment of these regulations, the CTA aims to promote a more competitive landscape that aligns with technological advancements.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1\">\n<p><!-- radiofactshead -->  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/div>\n<p>This advocacy comes at a time when the broadcast industry is grappling with evolving market dynamics and the need for modernization. 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