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.