Broadband

Canada Infrastructure Bank welcomes the creation of the Ontario Infrastructure Bank

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2023 /CNW/ - Ehren Cory, CEO, Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), issued the following statement in response to the creation of the Ontario Infrastructure Bank announced today in the Ontario Government's Fall Economic Statement:

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2023 /CNW/ - Ehren Cory, CEO, Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), issued the following statement in response to the creation of the Ontario Infrastructure Bank announced today in the Ontario Government's Fall Economic Statement:
    "Today's announcement that the Government of Ontario will create an Ontario Infrastructure Bank (OIB) is a positive step forward in getting even more infrastructure built in the Province.
  • Ontario isn't alone; there are a growing number of infrastructure bank-like organizations globally that are focused on creating innovative partnerships between public and private organizations for the purpose of accelerating public-good infrastructure.
  • The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is pleased to have consulted with Ontario's Ministry of Finance and the Ontario Financing Authority on our approach to accelerating Canadian infrastructure.
  • We look forward to working together to build more of the infrastructure needed to get Ontario moving."

Huawei FTTO Solution Wins Outstanding POL Use Case Award at BBWF 2023

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Friday, October 27, 2023

PARIS, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Broadband World Forum (BBWF) 2023, the Huawei FTTO (Fiber To The Office) solution won the Outstanding POL Use Case Award, which is a testament to how well Huawei's solution has been received by the passive optical LAN (POL) industry.

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  • PARIS, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Broadband World Forum (BBWF) 2023, the Huawei FTTO (Fiber To The Office) solution won the Outstanding POL Use Case Award, which is a testament to how well Huawei's solution has been received by the passive optical LAN (POL) industry.
  • As a leader in the all-optical campus network market, in 2018, Huawei launched the FTTO solution.
  • At HUAWEI CONNECT 2023, Huawei launched the FTTO 2.0 solution for campus scenarios.
  • To date, more than 6000 enterprise customers have chosen the Huawei FTTO solution, covering industries such as education, healthcare, and hospitality.

The Power of a Standards-based Operator Cloud Demonstrated at Network X

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Monday, October 23, 2023

The CloudCO demonstration to be led by the Broadband Forum at this year’s Network X will show how network operators can unlock network efficiencies and new service delivery from a disaggregated and virtualized software-defined broadband network.

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  • The CloudCO demonstration to be led by the Broadband Forum at this year’s Network X will show how network operators can unlock network efficiencies and new service delivery from a disaggregated and virtualized software-defined broadband network.
  • The CloudCO demonstration highlights the benefits of standardized multi-vendor interoperability across all the network layers.
  • Physical and virtual network functions can interact seamlessly, and support common services deployed across different network elements and regions.
  • To see the live demo, visit the Broadband Forum Member Pavillion - Stand E8 at Network X on October 24-26 in Paris, France.

Harmonic Brings Industry-Leading Density to 10G Fiber Networks with New OLT Shelf

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Monday, October 23, 2023

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced the launch of its new high-density Pier optical line terminal (OLT) shelf, a significant addition to Harmonic's virtualized cOS™ broadband platform and family of network edge devices. Addressing the escalating demand for high-speed 10G connectivity, the Pier OLT shelf introduces new high-power OLT optics to enable downlink reach up to 60 km, streamlined plant design and simplified deployment of outdoor access networks. With its industry-leading density in a temperature-hardened device, service providers can leverage the Pier OLT shelf to increase the serviceable area size for fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) broadband and minimize building infrastructure requirements to accelerate time to market.

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  • Addressing the escalating demand for high-speed 10G connectivity, the Pier OLT shelf introduces new high-power OLT optics to enable downlink reach up to 60 km, streamlined plant design and simplified deployment of outdoor access networks.
  • With its industry-leading density in a temperature-hardened device, service providers can leverage the Pier OLT shelf to increase the serviceable area size for fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) broadband and minimize building infrastructure requirements to accelerate time to market.
  • The new OLT shelf serves both indoor data centers and outdoor cabinets, offering unparalleled versatility, performance and reliability.
  • Whether transforming legacy coax networks to unleash ultra-fast 10G broadband speeds or establishing cutting-edge fiber networks in greenfield environments, the Pier OLT shelf ushers in a new era of agility and opportunity for operators.

ADDvantage Technologies’ Service Subsidiary Executes Agreements with Leading Optical Communications OEMs

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Friday, October 13, 2023

CARROLLTON, Texas, Oct. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEY) (“ADDvantage Technologies” or the “Company”) today announced that wholly owned subsidiary, Fulton Technologies (“Fulton”) Inc., has executed new multi-year agreements with some of the largest optical communications OEMs in the United States.

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  • CARROLLTON, Texas, Oct. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEY) (“ADDvantage Technologies” or the “Company”) today announced that wholly owned subsidiary, Fulton Technologies (“Fulton”) Inc., has executed new multi-year agreements with some of the largest optical communications OEMs in the United States.
  • Under the new agreements, the Broadband division of Fulton Technologies is now authorized to provide fiber design, engineering, and construction services throughout the United States.
  • These new agreements will provide opportunities to improve upon legacy deployment methods via additional training, education, and technology improvements.
  • “Working directly with broadband service providers is vital to understanding design considerations, technology decisions, and deployment timelines,” commented Brian Davidson, Chief Revenue Officer of ADDvantage Technologies.

EMCORE Completes Sale of Non-Strategic Product Lines to Photonics Foundries, Inc.

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

The Broadband lines include the Company’s cable TV, wireless, and sensing products.

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  • The Broadband lines include the Company’s cable TV, wireless, and sensing products.
  • The transaction excludes the Company’s Chips business, wafer fabrication facilities, and all assets not primarily related to the product lines that were sold.
  • Jeffrey Rittichier, EMCORE’s President and CEO commented, “With the sale of the Broadband product lines, EMCORE has completed its transition into a pure-play supplier of inertial navigation solutions to the Aerospace and Defense industry.
  • For further details of the transaction please reference EMCORE’s Form 8-K filed October 12, 2023.

Hispanic Federation and Comcast Expand Partnership to Grow Latino Wealth, Advance Digital Equity and Build Career Pathways

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Today, Hispanic Federation and Comcast NBCUniversal Telemundo announced that it is expanding its partnership to advance digital equity and skills building within Latino communities across the country.

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  • Today, Hispanic Federation and Comcast NBCUniversal Telemundo announced that it is expanding its partnership to advance digital equity and skills building within Latino communities across the country.
  • Through a Comcast investment of $2.5 million over two years, Hispanic Federation will provide internet access and digital skills training to 10,000 Latino students and jobseekers, helping to increase career opportunities and grow economic mobility.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231010676857/en/
    HISPANIC FEDERATION AND COMCAST EXPAND PARTNERSHIP TO GROW LATINO WEALTH, ADVANCE DIGITAL EQUITY AND BUILD CAREER PATHWAYS (Photo: Business Wire)
    Comcast’s commitment, which will be fully allocated this fall to support 2024 programming, is a part of Project UP, the company’s billion-dollar initiative to advance digital equity.
  • Last year, Comcast provided a grant toward the launch of Hispanic Federation’s Latino Digital Equity Centers Initiative and Digital Accelerator training program.

Broadband Forum Appoints New CEO

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Monday, October 9, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231009879087/en/
    Craig Thomas will become CEO of Broadband Forum on 1 January 2024 (Photo: Business Wire)
    Thomas will be responsible for leading the Forum at a pivotal time for the global broadband industry, reshaping it to transition from connectivity-driven to delivering standards for intelligent, services-led networks that prioritize the user experience.
  • Innovations in broadband connectivity allow the industry to capitalize on the potential of broadband beyond residential connectivity services,” said Thomas.
  • “Craig's selection as CEO was a natural choice for Broadband Forum and we are confident the leadership transition will be smooth,” Broadband Forum Chairman John Blackford said.
  • Read the latest Broadband Forum blog on the industry’s transition to services-led broadband here .

Theta Capital announces 7th Legends4Legends charity conference for professional allocators on investment opportunities in blockchain technology

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Legends4Legends has grown to become the preeminent blockchain event specifically designed for traditional professional investors and institutional allocators who want to learn more about the transformative potential of blockchain technologies.

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  • Legends4Legends has grown to become the preeminent blockchain event specifically designed for traditional professional investors and institutional allocators who want to learn more about the transformative potential of blockchain technologies.
  • Theta Capital is the leading global investor in blockchain VC funds, having deployed $600mln in the strategy since 2018.
  • Legends4Legends invites professional allocators such as wealth managers, family offices, pension funds and endowments to discuss and learn about the main developments in blockchain technology and the opportunities it presents to institutional investors.
  • The 7th annual Legends4Legends charity conference will take place in the EYE Film Museum in Amsterdam.

ADDvantage Technologies Telecom Services Company Awarded $4 Million in Broadband Division Contracts

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Monday, September 11, 2023

CARROLLTON, Texas, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEY) (“ADDvantage Technologies” or the “Company”) today announced that wholly owned subsidiary, Fulton Technologies (“Fulton”) Inc., has secured numerous new Broadband Division contracts and awards, resulting in $4 million of new backlog for the current fiscal year.

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  • CARROLLTON, Texas, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEY) (“ADDvantage Technologies” or the “Company”) today announced that wholly owned subsidiary, Fulton Technologies (“Fulton”) Inc., has secured numerous new Broadband Division contracts and awards, resulting in $4 million of new backlog for the current fiscal year.
  • Since announcing the expansion of Broadband services provided by Fulton at the end of June, the Company has experienced tremendous activity and interest in its expanded offering.
  • “The results the Company has generated over the past couple of months are impressive, validating Fulton’s expertise and the growing demand from customers,” commented Brian Davidson, CRO of ADDvantage Technologies.
  • “The volume of new contracts that the Broadband team has won is encouraging,” commented J D Jones, President of Fulton Technologies.