Net Neutrality Impact

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TIA Staff Contact: Michele Weatherly, 703.907.7000

Join TIA and our member companies at Brocade's headquarters in San Jose on February 18, 2015 for an unvarnished take on Net Neutrality and Title II, as we highlight the risks associated with the re-classification of broadband Internet service as a utility no different from water or sewage.

On February 26 the FCC will vote on reclassification of Broadband to be regulated as a Title II utility service. If passed, Title II will have profound implications for the future growth and investment of the Internet in the United States and its global competitiveness.

TIA is organizing this special session to explain and discuss what Title II means to innovation and the technology companies of Silicon Valley.

The Internet has quickly become the most successful technology deployment in history. In 2000, there were approximately half a billion Internet users. That number is now more than three billion. Part of the reason for its success and growth has been a light-touch regulatory approach, and the freedom to create.

The Internet is the single greatest source of information. It is a springboard for innovation. In a few weeks, however, its vitality will likely be severely hampered.

Some D.C. lawmakers are in pursuit of categorizing broadband Internet, both wireline and wireless technologies, as a public utility under the Title II classification. This regulation is derived from 1930s-era technology. There are better means to address legitimate concerns such as throttling and paid prioritization than applying Title II.

Title II is effectively a death sentence for our industry. Carriers and ISPs have already begun to cut spending because of the uncertainty. This ripple effect will stifle investment across the broader economy; it will slow the progression of new technology development, cut jobs and ultimately imprison our industry.

Protect your business from the harsh realities that will surface if sweeping regulation is implemented. Get your questions answered; make sure your company is properly represented. Let's cut the red-tape together.

WHO: The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA)
WHAT: Net Neutrality: Impact on Innovation and Silicon Valley
WHEN: Wednesday, February 18, 2015, 3:00–5:00 pm, followed by a reception
WHERE: Executive Briefing Center, Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.
130 Holger Way, San Jose, CA 95134

Agenda

  • Introductions: John Jacobs, Vice President, Membership and Market Development, TIA
  • Welcoming Remarks: Andrew Coward, Vice President, Service Provider Strategy, Brocade
  • Industry Remarks: Tom Fallon, CEO, Infinera
  • Net Neutrality State of Play: Danielle Coffey, Vice President, Government Affairs, TIA
  • Potential Impact to the Market and our Companies
  • Discussion: Finding a way Forward
  • Cocktail Reception

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