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[ NNSquad ] At annual cable show, notes of fear over cable open access and Net Neutrality
At annual cable show, notes of fear over cable open access and Net Neutrality http://bit.ly/9tK0WM (Hollywood Reporter) Although the huge investment in technology has positioned cable as the primary provider to homes and businesses, that doesn't assure control over lucrative future growth. One reason cable is nervous is the FCC's push for "net neutrality," which means opening their systems to all. So as they invest to improve the speed at which content moves, they could speed their own demise. "The more speed you get, the more you make it easier for somebody to do Over the Top video," said analyst and THR columnist Larry Gerbrandt, principal in Media Valuation Partners. Over the Top video means competitors offering bundles of channels, the Internet, interactive services and more that turn cable into little more than a common carrier. "You will have to give everybody equal and open access even if they are sticking it to you," Gerbrandt said. --Lauren-- NNSquad Moderator