Sat, Aug 30, 2003 - Page 10 News List

Digital TV services must be explained

DISTRUST Analysts say continued battles between cable companies and varying levels of government are the product of a lack of public education about digital cable

By Bill Heaney  /  STAFF REPORTER

That's not forgetting the more than NT$40 billion the local cable television industry plans to spend on upgrading the nation to a digital platform. With roll-out plans now on hold, Taiwan will not benefit from the "virtuous cycle of investment," Couto said.

"The crucial investments in the digital technology and content industries will never happen in Taiwan and jobs and an economic boost will not be recognized," he said.

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