Apr 22, 2013
Mobile Devices Lead Electronics Purchases, Finds CEA’s Annual Ownership Study
Consumers’ desire for mobility is driving sales of tablets, smartphones, e-readers and wireless mobile hotspots, according to a new study released today by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®. The 15th Annual Household CE Ownership and Market Potential Study also found that consumer electronics (CE) spending is up for individuals (35 percent) and households (36 percent) over the last 12 months. Full Release
Apr 22, 2013
Shapiro Urges Broadcasters to Act Like ‘Ninjas’ and ‘Innovate or Die’
Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® President and CEO Gary Shapiro today addressed The Media Institute on the topic of “Digital Ninjas – What We Need to Ensure American Leadership.” Shapiro drew on CEA’s new book Ninja Innovation: The Ten Killer Strategies of the World’s Most Successful Businesses to criticize broadcasters for opposing innovation, specifically noting their efforts to impede spectrum auctions. Full Release
Apr 19, 2013
CEA Applauds New York Court Ruling in Copyright Suit
The following statement is attributable to Michael Petricone, senior vice president, government and regulatory affairs, Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, in response to today’s ruling by a New York court rejecting Viacom’s appeal of its 2007 lawsuit against YouTube: Full Release
Apr 19, 2013
CEA Congratulates Public Enemy Co-Founder Hank Shocklee
The following statement can be attributed to Michael Petricone, senior vice president, government and regulatory affairs, Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, congratulating legendary producer, audio innovator and Public Enemy co-founder Hank Shocklee on last night’s induction of Public Enemy into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Full Release
Apr 19, 2013
Senator Jerry Moran, Congressmen Greg Walden and Jared Polis and DISH CEO Joseph Clayton Honored at CEA’s Digital Patriots Dinner
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® honored Congressman Greg Walden (R-OR) with the inaugural Innovation Policy Ninja Award, and named Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS), Congressman Jared Polis (D-CO) and DISH CEO Joseph Clayton as Digital Patriots at Wednesday’s CEA awards dinner. These four unique award recipients were recognized for their instrumental roles in advancing technology innovation. As part of a two-day event that brought together trailblazing technology companies and Washington leaders, CES on the Hill showcased technologies at the center of today’s tech policy debates to a record 500+ attendees, including 32 members of Congress on Tuesday night. Full Release
Apr 18, 2013
CEA Provides Tips to Live Green, Buy Green, Recycle Responsibly This Earth Day
In anticipation of Earth Day on Monday, April 22, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® has tips for Americans to Live Green, Buy Green and Recycle Responsibly. Full Release