News Summary:
On August 12, 2026, the National Content & Technology Cooperative (NCTC) and America’s Communications Association (ACA Connects) concluded the 21st annual The Independent Show, held July 26–29 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. The event, themed "Imagination Meets Innovation," connected NCTC and ACA Connects' independent service provider members with industry leaders, technology partners, and policymakers, delivering practical solutions, policy insights, and new opportunities. Earlier, on August 3, a podcast featuring ACA Connects and NCTC discussed independent cable operators and telcos, emphasizing their dedication to service and innovation as the backbone of rural and secondary markets. Previously, on July 28, NCTC partnered with Prosurety to empower its members to compete on mobile devices. This collaboration allows members to access device subsidy dollars, build competitive device strategies, offer financing options, and provide trade-in, upgrade, and protection choices for customers. This partnership enhances NCTC's Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) offering, which includes a new ready-to-go program for device subsidies, financing, trade-ins, upgrades, and protection.
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