CTIA is a trade association representing the interests of the wireless telecommunications industry. While CTIA is not an

accredited standards organization, it focuses on areas of common interest to the cellular industry, including enhanced

accessibility, ensuring the security of mobile networks and devices, improved 9‐1‐1 location accuracy, lobbying on

behalf of the industry, and serving as an industry advocate. CTIA was initially known as the Cellular Telecommunications

Industry Association, then, the Cellular Telecommunication and Internet Association, then, CTIA — the Wireless

Association. Currently, it's referred to by the initials, CTIA.