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Discovery Channel was founded, expanding non-fiction television programming.

Virtual reality (VR) content started to become available through cable services.

CNN, the first 24-hour cable news network, was launched.

Growth of cable broadband as more homes used cable for high-speed internet.

Cable television originated in the United States.

Introduction and expansion of 5G networks begun to affect cable television.

The rise of 'cord-cutting' as streaming services began to proliferate.

Introduction of 4K ultra-high definition (UHD) television.

Expansion of Interactive TV experiences through cable providers.

The Telecommunications Act of 1996 was signed into law.

Sony and Matsushita introduced the first home video cassette recorders (VCRs).

MTV launched, changing music promotion and the cable industry.

First cable television system got its start in Arkansas.

Introduction of coaxial cable which improved the picture quality.

HBO launched as the first subscription cable service.

Introduction of high-definition (HD) channels created a new viewing standard for cable.

Ted Turner created the first 'superstation,' WTBS.

The rise of 'skinny bundles' as cable providers addressed cord-cutting.

The Cable Television Consumer Protection and Competition Act was passed.