2007 Cable Show News

Cable Show '08 Dates and Location

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Cable Show '08 will be May 18-20, 2008 at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. See you there!

Cable Show '07 Closed

Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Thank you to all for making this year's show a wonderful success and we will see you again next year in New Orleans. Check out our blog to see what happened at this year's show.

C-SPAN To Replay Major Sessions

Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

C-SPAN, will air three major sessions from the Cable Show over the next three Saturday mornings, as well as in prime time on the Memorial Day Weekend--May 25-28--on C-SPAN2.

OCAP -Interactive and More & iHollywood Opens

Sun, 06 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

OCAP -Interactive and More and iHollywood Mobile Bootcamp both opened today, May 06, 2007. Register on-site (in Bayside Foyer at Mandalay Bay Convention Center) today for either OCAP -Interactive and More or iHollywood Mobile Bootcamp.

Are you a PDA user? Visit the mobile Show Web site

Sun, 06 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Need to know what's going on at Cable Show '07 and you are on the go? Check out our Cable Show '07 mobile Web site at www.thecableshow.com/mobile.

Cable Show Blog Returns!

Wed, 02 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Cable Show Blog returns this year ready to connect you with what's happening at Cable Show '07 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Make sure to save a link to The Cable Show Blog so you can stay in tune.

Complimentary Admission to Kitchen/Bath Industry

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) is teaming up with the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) to provide attendees courtesy, reciprocal admission to both associations’ industry shows. The Cable Show ’07 and the Kitchen/Bath Industry Show – run concurrently in Las Vegas, May 7-10.

Retirement Living TV and NCTA Discussion on Senior

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Retirement Living TV, the first cable network dedicated to people age 55 and over, will co-host with the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) a discussion on seniors and the digital TV transition at The Cable Show ’07, NCTA’s 56th annual convention and international exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 7 at 10 AM (PST) at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center.

Vanguard Award Tickets Avaliable Online

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Visit our Vanguard Awards page to see the winners and purchase tickets to this year's Vanguard Awards ceremony on at 5pm on May 8.

Cable Commits to OCAP in 2008

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Multichannel News reports that the cable industry pledged to three key consumer-electronics partners to have OpenCable Application Platform widely deployed in their systems by the fourth quarter of 2008, roughly two years later than operators originally expected.

Learn more about OCAP at the first-ever OCAP: Interactive and More Developers' Conference at the Cable Show '07.

Information Technology’s Impact on the Bottom Line

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The growing role of information technology (IT) in the innovation, growth, and success of businesses in the cable industry will be the focus of CIO.IT, a special educational track aimed at chief information officers (CIOs) and IT executives, making its second annual appearance at The Cable Show ’07, the 56th Annual Convention and International Exposition of the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA), May 7-9 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.

Supplier Diversity Workshop at Cable Show '07

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Walter Kaitz Foundation, the cable industry’s foundation for diversity, said today it will present the Eighth Annual Workshop on Supplier Diversity in conjunction with The Cable Show ’07. The workshop will feature keynote speakers and dual tracks for procurement officers and women and minority business enterprises.

Events will take place during NCTA’s 56th Annual International Convention and Exposition on May 7 and 8, 2007, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.

VIDEO GAME, CABLE INDUSTRIES CONVERGE

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences® (AIAS) has partnered with the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) to host the Cable Game Arena panel sessions during The Cable Show ’07, NCTA’s 56th Annual Convention & International Exposition. The gaming conference and the panel sessions will begin mid-day on Tuesday, May 8 with special exhibit floor tours, an opening panel discussion on market opportunities, and a reception in the Cable Game Arena Lounge.

BCFM to Host Panel at The Cable Show ’07

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Broadcast Cable Financial Management Association (BCFM) is teaming up with the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) to offer a session on the business of new media at The Cable Show ’07, NCTA’s 56th Annual Convention and International Exposition May 7-9 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.

The session, entitled Bucking Tradition: New-Revenue Dimensions of Interactive Media, is scheduled for Wednesday, May 9th, from 8:00 – 9:15 a.m. Pacific time.

OCAP™and Broadband Security Systems Among Highligh

Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Louisville, Colorado, April 2, 2007 -- CableLabs® announced today that OCAP™-based interactive applications and home security exhibits are among the demonstrations of advanced broadband technology that comprise the 15th annual CableNET® exhibit, a highlight of The Cable Show ’07.

CableNET is a technology showcase that is co-sponsored by CableLabs and the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA), and offers a hands-on experience with many of the most exciting content, services, and applications. The Cable Show ’07, NCTA’s 56th Annual Convention and International Exposition, will be held May 7-9 at The Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.

Latest Cable Show '07 Schedule Now Posted

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

It's all here. Sessions, meetings, and conferences. Check it out.

“Who’s Who” of Industry Luminaries

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) said today it is finalizing preparations for the most comprehensive program in the 56-year history of The Cable Show. Featuring 87 sessions, NCTA’s Annual Convention and International Exposition will be held May 7-9, 2007 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.

“The industry is growing dynamically, and so is The Cable Show,” said Kyle McSlarrow, NCTA President & CEO. “We’ve worked hard to ensure that this year’s NCTA convention will offer the richest, deepest program ever, and we’ve focused on collaborating with other industry organizations to bring added value to The Cable Show experience.”

NCTA & CAB Announce Lineup of Advertising Issues

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) and the Cabletelevision Advertising Bureau (CAB) today announced the lineup for the first sessions devoted exclusively to the cable advertising marketplace, at The Cable Show ’07, NCTA’s 56th annual convention and international exposition at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, May 7-9, 2007.

Cable Show '07 List of Sessions Now Available

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

See what's going on at the Cable Show by taking a look at a detailed list of sessions that range from topics such as public policy to information technology.

NCTA - CTAM Partnership Program at Cable Show '07

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Washington, D.C. – Taking advantage of cable’s burgeoning business opportunities will be the focus of a special three-session track of panels designed especially for cable marketing professionals at The Cable Show ’07. The sessions, produced in partnership by the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) and the Cable & Telecommunications Association for Marketing (CTAM), will bring together many of the industry’s top executives and marketers to share their insights on new opportunities and strategies for cable operators.

Tykeson and Roberts Top List of Vanguard Winners

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Amy Tykeson, Chief Executive Officer, BendBroadband, and Brian Roberts, Chairman and CEO, Comcast Corporation, are the 2007 recipients of the cable industry’s top honor, the Vanguard Award for “Distinguished Leadership,” the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) said today.

Cable Gaming Conference Returns to The Cable Show ’07

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Washington, D.C. – With cable’s high-powered broadband connections enabling a new generation of robust and secure online game possibilities, The Cable Show ’07 will focus on the latest developments and business opportunities presented by this growing market, the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) said today.

NCTA Technical Sessions Announced

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, DC – The National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) today announced the selection of 21 proposals from leading technology experts whose written work will be compiled in the 2007 NCTA Technical Papers™. They will present highlights of their work during a series of technical sessions at The Cable Show ’07, NCTA’s 56th Annual Convention and International Exposition, May 7-9 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.

OCAP Developers Forum Builds Momentum

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Washington, D.C. – The cable industry’s top technology visionaries will kick-off the industry’s first-ever conference focused specifically on cable’s strategy and progress in bringing interactive TV services and applications to consumers, CableLabs® and the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) announced today.

OCAP Featured in Wall Street Journal

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On 21 February, The Wall Street Journal published an article, "Cable TV's New Aim", focusing on how OCAP could "facilitate new applications and help cable TV maintain its dominant position in home entertainment."

Learn more about OCAP at the first-ever OCAP: Interactive and More Developer's Conference at the Cable Show '07.

Single Day Registration, Opened on the 19th

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Full Program Single Day registration, which gives access to both The Cable Show floor and sessions for ONE day, is now open.

Leading Media Executives Take Center Stage at The Cable Show ’07

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Washington, D.C. – Continuing a tradition of featuring leading executives from the cable, media and entertainment industries, the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) today announced a robust Tuesday General Session panel lineup for The Cable Show ’07, its 56th Annual Convention & International Exhibition at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, May 7-9, 2007.

Updated Printable Show Floor Plan Now Available

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

An updated copy of the printable verision of The Cable Show floor plan is now available.

Forum for Interactive Television Developers Will Kick Off at The Cable Show ’07

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A comprehensive forum exploring cable’s interactive television future will be held in conjunction with The Cable Show ‘07, the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) announced today.

Nominations for 2007 Vanguard Awards Now Open

Mon, 08 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations for the 2007 Vanguard Awards are due to NCTA on or before FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007. All nominations must be received by the NCTA Awards Committee by this date. Go ahead and nominate your best!

Registration Opens for The Cable Show ’07

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Washington, DC – The National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) today announced that on-line registration has opened for The Cable Show ’07. With brisk exhibition space sales already outpacing recent years, NCTA sees interest growing in the 56th Annual NCTA Convention and International Exposition, scheduled for May 7-9, 2007 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.

NCTA and CAB Announce Conference Integration

Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Washington, D.C. & New York, NY – December 4, 2006 – In response to the exceptional growth and future potential of cable’s $25 billion advertising sales marketplace, the Cabletelevision Advertising Bureau (CAB) and the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) today announced that the CAB’s annual Sales Management Conference will be integrated with The Cable Show ’07, beginning at the 2007 show May 7-9 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.

Exhibitor List Posted

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The 2007 Cable Show Exhibitor list is now available on this website.

NCTA Seeks the “Next Chapter in Cable Technology”

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) today issued its annual call for technical papers to be presented at The 2007 Cable Show, NCTA’s 56th Annual International Convention and Exposition, to be held May 7-9, 2007 in Las Vegas.

15th Annual CableNET® Will Showcase New Technology

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

CableNET® once again will be part of The Cable Show and will highlight some of the newest technology and services that the cable industry is delivering, CableLabs® said today.

2007 Call for Technical Papers

Mon, 13 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Technical Papers Proposal Form is now available! Please get your proposals in no later than January 2nd, 2007.

2007 Management Speaker Proposal Form Now Up

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Management Speaker Proposal Form is now up and running! Please get your proposals in no later than January 19th, 2007. The Tech Paper form is coming soon.

Surge in Exhibit Sales Promises Growth

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Surge in Exhibit Sales Promises Growth for The 2007 Cable Show. Number of Exhibiting Companies Initially is Up 15 Percent.

Interactive Floorplan Posted

Mon, 09 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The interactive floorplan for the 2007 Cable Show is now live!

Preliminary Schedule Posted

Mon, 11 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

An outline of preliminary the 2007 Cable Show schedule has been posted.

Coming in 2007: "The Cable Show"

Tue, 08 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The National Show, the annual convention and international exposition of the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA), will become The Cable Show in 2007, NCTA said today.

The 56th annual event will be held in Las Vegas May 7-9, 2007. The re-naming of the annual trade show is part of the rebranding effort that NCTA launched earlier this year. Branding the convention as The Cable Show better defines the conference and should broaden its appeal as the industry expands into new areas of the telecommunications sector, NCTA said.

In addition, NCTA announced The 2007 Cable Show will be co-chaired by George Bodenheimer, Co-Chairman, Disney Media Networks, President, ESPN, Inc. & ABC Sports; and Pat Esser, President, Cox Communications, Inc.