CEA Issues Statement Regarding Today's Action in XM Court Case
| Arlington, Virginia |
1/19/2007 |
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) issued the following statement in response to the denial of XM Satellite Radio's motion to dismiss the court case brought by representatives of the music distribution industry:
"With the motion to dismiss denied, it would be premature for Congress to act on this issue while the judicial process moves forward. Music lovers across the country are adopting innovative digital technologies to enjoy their lawfully acquired content where and when they want; we urge that they won't be disenfranchised and business models will adapt to better serve today's digital customers."
ABOUT CEA:
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 2,100 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, digital imaging, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $140 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org, the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry. CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES — Defining Tomorrow's Technology. All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy.
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