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CEA Praises FCC's Next Steps on TV Incentive AuctionsThe following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro (News - Alert), president and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, regarding today's Federal Communications Commission (FCC) open meeting: "The FCC (News - Alert) faces a tough challenge running the world's first spectrum incentive auction, and deserves tremendous credit for its work in developing an auction process that can work for stakeholders and broadcasters alike. "Our country is hungry for additional spectrum, especially as fewer American homes rely solely on antennas to watch TV programs and more of us use the Internet for our favorite TV content. Additionally, unlicensed spectrum generates $62 billion a year for the U.S. economy, helping fel our economic engine and creating new jobs. "The spectrum auction presents a tremendous opportunity to free up this much-needed resource for all the innovators, entrepreneurs and consumers who demand and deserve more spectrum." Click here for a closer look at how important unlicensed spectrum is to our everyday lives. About CEA: The Consumer Electronics Association (News - Alert) (CEA) is the technology trade association representing the $211 billion U.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,000 companies enjoy the benefits of CEA membership, including legislative advocacy, market research, technical training and education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA also owns and produces the International CES (News - Alert) - The Global Stage for Innovation. All profits from CES are reinvested into CEA's industry services. Find CEA online at www.CE.org, www.DeclareInnovation.com and through social media: http://www.ce.org/social. UPCOMING EVENTS
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