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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

May 13, 2024

CableLabs Principal Architect, Kevin Noll, to Speak at Cable Next-Gen Europe 2024

Kevin Noll will join a panel of experts to discuss how the industry can embrace the co-existence of cable and fiber in the “It’s All About Access” session at the upcoming Cable Next-Gen Europe Digital Symposium. The virtual session (Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 12:00 p.m. BST) will examine where the industry stands regarding network evolution efforts toward agnostic and interoperable access networks and DOCSIS-PON co-existence. For more information on The Cable Next-Gen Europe digital symposium or to register for the event, please visit the registration page here.

May 10, 2024

Spectrum Week Taps CableLabs for Data Sharing, Collaboration Models and Spectrum Strategy Expertise

CableLabs’ Jessica Almond, David Debrecht and Mark Walker are featured speakers during Spectrum Week. David Debrecht, Vice President of Wireless Technologies, will speak on Tuesday, May 14 at 11:15 a.m ET during the SWIFT + SpectrumX Data Sharing Research Panel. Mark Walker, Vice President of Technology Policy, is speaking on Wednesday, May 15 at 2:30 p.m. ET about SpectrumX: Collaboration Models. Jessica Almond, Director of Technology Policy, will speak on Friday, May 17 during the National Spectrum Strategy Workshop. The National Science Foundation’s Spectrum Week brings together six major spectrum events including breakout sessions, poster sessions, a career fair and

May 8, 2024

IEEE ICC 2024 Conference Highlights Expert Panels and Presentations with Lead CableLabs Technologists

The 2024 IEEE International Conference on Communications (ICC) is gearing up to host a myriad of industry experts and thought leaders in communications technology. With a focus on cutting-edge research and innovation, the conference promises to be a hub of insightful discussions and networking opportunities. David Debrecht, CableLabs VP of Wireless Technologies, will sit in on the Executive Forum panel, adding his expertise to the discussions around OPEN RAN: Now and in the Future on Wednesday, June 12, 2:30-4:00 p.m. ET. Dr. Steve Jia, Fellow and Director of Advanced Optical Technologies at CableLabs, will moderate Industry Panel 7: Evolving PON to a Converged

May 2, 2024

CableLabs Director of Technology Policy to Join Virtual Panel at FCBA’s Third Annual Cybersecurity CLE

CableLabs is proud to announce Jessica Almond will be joining a panel at the upcoming Federal Communications Bar Association (FCBA) Third Annual Cybersecurity Continuing Legal Education (CLE) event on May 9, 2024 (12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. EDT). She will join Debra Jordan, Chief, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, FCC as well as experts from NCTA, NIST, the Consumer Technology Association, Consumer Reports, Samsung Electronics America, and more, to discuss The FCC’s New Consumer IoT Security Trust Mark Program. For additional information on CableLabs contributions to cybersecurity, read more here.