There has been momentum in the broadband industry to provide fiber to the premises (FTTP) solutions as a part of an operator’s service portfolio. While optical technologies have long been a part of the cable network, FTTP is the chosen architecture for all-fiber access networks. For FTTP, the premises can be a subscriber’s home, a […]

Field operations teams are essential for ensuring the seamless performance of modern networks, including hybrid fiber coax (HFC), fiber and mobile infrastructures. However, as networks grow in complexity, traditional troubleshooting methods — manual workflows, static documentation and reliance on expert technicians — struggle to keep pace. Enter Agentic AI, a transformative approach that embeds intelligent, […]

As the world of broadband connectivity evolves, so does the technology that powers it. The evolution of DOCSIS technology has been a cornerstone of high-speed internet delivery, enabling service providers to meet the growing demands for faster and more reliable internet access. DOCSIS 4.0 technology represents the latest milestone in this journey, offering impressive speeds […]

Modern networks deliver impressive speeds — often reaching gigabits per second — yet they still suffer from unpredictable delays that can disrupt interactive applications. Whether it’s video conferencing, cloud gaming or remote collaboration, these inconsistencies can lead to frustrating user experiences. As network operators strive to enhance reliability and responsiveness, a more effective solution is […]

Are you ready to strategize and share at Winter Conference 2025? In just a few weeks, an exclusive gathering of CableLabs member operators, approved vendors and industry thought leaders will meet in Orlando, Florida, to discuss and collaborate on how to move the industry forward. Join us March 10–13 as we work to unlock the […]

As we dive into a new year, new administration and new Congress, one thing remains the same: we will need more spectrum to power our increasingly data-centric lives. Almost everything we do today is online — from working, learning, accessing health care and buying groceries to streaming content. Our everyday activities rely on the exchange […]

The CableLabs Strategy team, collaborating with our Technology team counterparts, develops Key Business Questions (KBQs) specifically focused on strategy and impact on the bottom line. These strategy KBQs provide a solid strategic underpinning to the innovations in the Technology Vision, and they can distill our members’ opportunities and challenges as they make critical technology decisions […]

As the global adoption of emerging technologies continues to intensify vulnerability to cyber threats, now is a good time to remind ourselves of CableLabs’ ongoing efforts to keep everyone secure. CableLabs takes pride in making every online experience safer and more efficient, expanding the ways enterprises can operate and improving the ways we all individually […]

CES has always been a hotspot for seeing what’s new and trending in the tech space, and CES 2025 was no exception. From the explosion of IoT devices in the home to wearable tech and remote health care, we saw innovation on display around every corner. Walking the show floor, we saw the growing importance […]

The Open RAN movement is gaining momentum, with increasing numbers of operators and vendors embracing the potential of open, interoperable radio access networks (RANs). At CableLabs, we’ve been at the forefront of this movement from the start, hosting NTIA-sponsored 5G Challenge events in our lab, as well as O-RAN Global PlugFests twice a year to […]