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October 8, 2024

CableLabs Fiber Experts Featured at Network X

This week, the Network X conference in Paris, France, is a leading event that brings together the international fixed-line and mobile communities. Dr. Curtis Knittle, Vice President of Wired Technologies at CableLabs, shares his expertise in two sessions on October 10, 2024. 9:30 a.m. -- VIP Roundtable: Executive Q&A: Scaling FTTP Networks to Meet Growing Data Demands 3:05 p.m.: Opening Keynote: Evolving PON with Coherent Access and Multi-Purpose Infrastructure. Attendees will learn about: Advantages of coherent technology for point-to-multipoint topologies Leveraging existing point-to-point standards Optimization of coherent technology for access network applications PON-as-infrastructure advantages and use cases Also, on October

October 8, 2024

CableLabs’ Debbie Fitzgerald to Speak on Sustainability at WICT “Tech It Out”

Since its debut in 2009, the WICT Network’s “Tech It Out” initiative has been focused on forging robust female leadership in technology. This program highlights the expansive opportunities available for women in the tech fields and underscores the importance of gender diversity as a catalyst for innovation and corporate success. “Tech It Out” provides participants the tools to keep abreast of technological advancements and facilitates connections with industry leaders and innovators, building a vibrant community of pioneers. In a session titled “Greening Our Industry, Sustainability Follow-up” on October 30, 2024, in Glendale, Colorado, CableLabs Distinguished Technologist, Debbie Fitzgerald, will discuss the great

September 24, 2024

CableLabs Defines Network Security Baselines with Release of Zero Trust Best Common Practices

Recent attacks have shown that traditional perimeter-based networks should no longer be considered secure. Zero trust architectures are one of the greatest tools we have against threats to access networks. On September 24, 2024, CableLabs and industry steering committee members published the Zero Trust Best Common Practices (BCP) document that focuses on zero trust implementation, secure automation and security monitoring, as well as defining consistent and default security controls to infrastructure elements. An industry first, this is an open document that can help align vendor and operator practices and technology — with specifics that support the direction provided by various

September 16, 2024

Dr. Steve Jia Takes the Stage at ECOC 2024

ECOC 2024 is the 50th European Conference and Exhibition on Optical Communication. The conference brings together experts and leaders from academia, research and industry across the globe to share their latest breakthroughs and visions for the future. Dr. Steve Jia, CableLabs Fellow & Director of Advanced Optical Technologies, will be speaking during several sessions at ECOC 24: September 22 at 2:00 p.m. Workshop 11: Beyond 50G-PON - Can We Still Use IMDD? September 23 at 5:00 p.m. M3D.5 Invited Talk: Advances in the Latest Coherent PON Technology and Industry Specification Development. Dr. Jia will delve into the technical aspects, performance enhancements,

September 4, 2024

CableLabs’ Debrecht and Poletti Lead Technical Open RAN Workshop at IORS

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) will host the inaugural annual International Open RAN Symposia (IORS) in Golden, Colorado, USA, September 17–19, 2024. Open RAN industry leaders David Debrecht, vice president of wireless technologies and Mark Poletti, director of wireless technologies, will lead a technical track workshop on Confounding Issues that Impact Testing. Lending their expertise in Open RAN system integration and lab assets, the workshop explores how to address and resolve challenges during Open RAN testing. Leading the discussion among participants from a diverse global community will encourage the sharing of ideas to develop new solutions that will

August 13, 2024

CableLabs’ David Debrecht to Moderate Open RAN Global Forum RIC Session

The Non-RealTime RAN Intelligent Controller (Non-RT RIC) is a central part of the Open RAN architecture, managing Radio Access Network (RAN) functions that take one second or more to complete. It is part of the Service Management and Orchestration (SMO) Framework and is deployed centrally in the service provider's network. Using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), Non-RT RIC optimizes and controls RAN elements and resources. Its functions include service and policy management, RAN analytics and model training to support the Near-RealTime RIC, all of which are guided by the specifications of the O-RAN Alliance. Join David Debrecht, vice

July 16, 2024

CableLabs and SCTE Engage at Fiber Connect 2024

At this year's Fiber Connect 2024 conference, CableLabs and SCTE will take the stage, bringing pivotal discussions and innovations to the forefront of fiber technology integration in the cable industry. Kevin Noll, Principal Architect at CableLabs, will lead an insightful session during the event. On Monday, July 29 at 1:35PM CT, he will delve into "FTTP in the Cable Industry: CableLabs Initiatives and Ecosystem Overview," exploring the evolution and future prospects of Fiber-to-the-Premises networks and highlighting CableLabs advancements in PON technology and interoperable ecosystems. On Tuesday, July 30 at 2:30PM CT, Noll will join a dynamic panel discussion on "Cable

June 27, 2024

NCTA Film “Every Last Mile” Highlights Journey to Connect Rural America

A new short film from NCTA chronicles the broadband industry’s work to connect every community in America. “Every Last Mile: The Untold Story of Connecting Rural America” follows three construction crews and the obstacles they face daily in their work to deliver high-speed internet solutions to some of the country’s most unserved areas. The 20-minute docufilm highlights the dedication of the workers in Alaska, Arizona and Minnesota and how they navigate a range of challenges — from searing heat and harsh winters to difficult terrain and accessibility hurdles. Visit the NCTA website to watch the film, and learn more here.

June 17, 2024

CableLabs’ Dr. Ruoyu Sun to Speak at 2024 IEEE 99th Vehicular Technology Conference

Multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) has been studied for decades in academia and implemented in multiple generations of commercial wireless technologies from 4G, 5G, to the upcoming IMT-2030 6G. MIMO enables multiple streams or layers of data transmission that utilize propagation channel diversity to increase channel capacity. In this session, you will learn about channel capacity measurements in an outdoor-to-indoor environment at 6 and 37 GHz. Join CableLabs’ Dr. Roy Sun on Tuesday, June 25 at 4 p.m. Singapore Standard Time (SST) to find out which comes out on top in a capacity measurement comparison: MIMO or SISO? For more information, please