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Business Wire
a day ago
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Ketsen Fiber Connect Demo Showcases Fast-Deploying Multi-Gig Wireless Fiber on Show Floor
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ketsen, an innovator in fixed wireless technology, is demonstrating its ultra-fast 60 GHz network at Fiber Connect 2025 in a joint installation with channel partner RocNet Supply. The showroom floor installation is connecting the RocNet Supply speed test server with network hardware setups at Genexis and FIBRAIN/HALNy booths using Ketsen's patented planning and routing platform. At #FiberConnect2025, Ketsen teamed up with RocNetSupply to showcase what fiber grade performance without fiber really looks like: - 2.6 Gbps throughput - Ultra-low latency - Zero cabling Learn more at Share Ketsen's point-to-multipoint radios will enable a consistent, ultra-low latency connection for RocNet's multi-booth demo with speeds up to 2.6 Gbps, allowing RocNet to showcase the value and speed of open networking. 'Partnering with Ketsen at Fiber Connect lets us run true end-to-end demos - lighting up gear in partner booths remotely, so visitors can see open networking flexibility in action,' said Bob Tynan, Chief Commercial Officer at RocNet Supply. 'It's a great showcase of how RocNet and Ketsen can simplify multi-vendor testbeds for operators.' 'At Fiber Connect, we're demonstrating what multi-gig wireless fiber looks like. It is ultra-low latency performance that delivers the speed and reliability of fiber, without the limitations of physical infrastructure,' said Surya Panditi, Ketsen CEO. 'This installation with RocNet proves that fiber-grade doesn't have to include a physical cable and that internet service providers can scale faster and more affordably than ever before.' Visit RocNet Supply at booth #672 to see the installation in action. To learn more about Ketsen, visit the CTIconnect booth #1152 on the showroom floor. About Ketsen Ketsen delivers multi-gigabit wireless networks through next-gen 60GhZ wireless technology - giving ISPs, enterprises and smart cities the speed of fiber without the cost and complexity. Our complete software stack handles network deployment through ongoing operations and integrates seamlessly with our mesh network solutions and wireless backhaul technologies to enable reliable, multi-gigabit redundant networks at scale for the first time. Learn more at
Business Wire
a day ago
- Business
- Business Wire
New ThoughtWaves Documentary Explores the Untold Story of the Brilliant Minds, Breakthroughs, and Politics of Human Connection
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today at Fiber Connect 2025, the Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) announced an exclusive first look of a new documentary, ThoughtWaves. The film interviews the most pivotal figures who created and shaped the modern, digital economy. It explores a story that began over fifty years ago, highlighting the stories of the brilliant minds, visionaries, and thought leaders across the areas of broadband policy, innovation, and adoption. Most importantly, it underscores the original intent of these founders and creators as we, today, work to connect every community to reliable broadband and grant everyone access to unlimited possibilities and opportunities. " ThoughtWaves is the story of how we connect everyone to a better future, in a world where access to the digital economy is synonymous with opportunity. To secure our nation's success, it is necessary to invest in robust broadband infrastructure. Fiber is the only technology that can support the capacity needed today and the future of connectivity,' said Gary Bolton, President and CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association. 'This is the story of the impact we are having on the communities and people we serve, a story that is just now being told, and we are excited to see how it continues to evolve as everyone is afforded the same access to opportunity and hope.' The documentary traces the journey from the inception of the internet and the development of fiber optics to the current efforts aimed at bridging the digital divide. It showcases the conversations, conflicts, challenges, and brilliant minds that made closing the digital divide possible. It frames the critical role in ensuring equitable access to education, healthcare, economic opportunities, and technological advancements means to everyone, everywhere. Viewers will enjoy insights from industry pioneers, policymakers, and technologists, including: Vint Cerf, 'Father of the Internet' and VP and Chief Internet Evangelist at Google Laura Breeden, early internet activist, Founding Director of the Federation of American Research Networks (FARnet), Founding Director of the NTIA's Telecommunications and Information Infrastructure Assistance Program, and Co-Founder of the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) Jean Armour Polly, 'Mother of the Internet,' early internet evangelist, known for her contributions welcoming nontechnical users to the internet and the first library to connect her library to the internet to provide community access Ajit Pai, former Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission Andy Berke, former Mayor of Chattanooga, the first Gig City Larry Irving, former head the Commerce Department's National Telecommunications Infrastructure Administration, key architect of internet policy including the 1996 Telecommunications Act to connect schools, first African American in the Internet Hall of Fame Dr. Karen Rheuban, Co-founder and Director of the UVA Center for Telehealth Teddy Bekele, Chief Technology Officer, Land-o-Lakes Blair Levin, former Chief of Staff for FCC Chairman Reed Hunt, Author of the National Broadband Plan The Honorable Juandieago Wade, Mayor of Charlottesville Dr. Tamarah Holmes, Director, Office of Broadband, Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development Kathryn de Wit, Project Director, Broadband Access Initiative, The Pew Charitable Trusts Joseph Wender, former Director of the Capital Projects Fund at the U.S. Treasury Department Shane Seibel, Executive Director of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe Growth Fund Kirk Lougheed, Cisco Fellow Dr. Christopher Ali, Pioneers Chair, Professor of Telecommunications, Penn State University, Author of Farm Fresh Broadband The documentary will have a private screening at Fiber Connect 2025 on June 2nd, providing attendees with a unique opportunity to engage with the film's themes and contributors. ThoughtWaves was developed in partnership with Cisco, Corning, Nokia, Bonfire, EPB, and GFiber. For more information about ThoughtWaves and to view trailers, visit About the Fiber Broadband Association The Fiber Broadband Association is the largest and only trade association that represents the complete fiber ecosystem of service providers, manufacturers, industry experts, and deployment specialists dedicated to the advancement of fiber broadband deployment and the pursuit of a world where communications are limitless, advancing quality of life and digital equity anywhere and everywhere. The Fiber Broadband Association helps providers, communities, and policymakers make informed decisions about how, where, and why to build better fiber broadband networks. Since 2001, these companies, organizations, and members have worked with communities and consumers in mind to build the critical infrastructure that provides the economic and societal benefits that only fiber can deliver. The Fiber Broadband Association is part of the Fibre Council Global Alliance, which is a platform of six global FTTH Councils in North America, LATAM, Europe, MEA, APAC, and South Africa. Learn more at
Yahoo
4 days ago
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Connected Home, Subscriber Experience Innovations to be Featured in Fiber Connect 2025 Proof of Concept Demonstrations
Showcase of six new concepts will be on display at the world's largest fiber broadband event WASHINGTON, May 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) today announced the lineup of Proof of Concept (PoC) demonstrations planned for Fiber Connect 2025, June 1-4, in Nashville, Tenn. FBA partners with the Broadband Forum to host the PoC Showcase, and this year six PoCs will feature collaborative innovations from 11 companies that have the power to transform the Connected Home and/or the broadband subscriber experience. Each PoC must leverage one of three BBF specifications for fiber access interoperability, ONT/Home Gateway manageability, and/or Wi-Fi performance. "The Proof of Concept Showcase at Fiber Connect 2025 continues to push the boundaries of what's possible in the Connected Home and across the Wi-Fi user experience," said Evann Freeman, Fiber Broadband Association Board Member and Conference Committee Chair, and Vice President of Government & Community Relations at EPB of Chattanooga. "This year's demonstrations embody the collaborative spirit and technical innovation that define our industry, and we're proud to provide a platform where visionary companies can shape the future of fiber broadband applications." "The Broadband Forum-based Proof of Concept demonstrations underscore the power of open standards and interoperability in accelerating real-world innovation," said Ken Pyle, Director of Marketing at Broadband Forum. "From AI-powered Wi-Fi to next-gen service orchestration, these projects offer a glimpse into how BBF specifications are transforming broadband performance and subscriber satisfaction." Fiber Connect 2025 PoC projects can involve up to three companies, and at least one PoC participant must be a member of either FBA or BBF. Submissions must incorporate one of three BBF specifications: BBF.247 (OLT/ONT Interoperability), TR-369 (User Services Platform), and/or BBF.398 (Wi-Fi Performance). The list of 2025 Proof of Concept demonstrations include: AI-powered Wi-Fi Experience with Cross TR-069/TR-369 Interoperability – presented by AVSystem and Gemtek This PoC will demonstrate the potential of agentless interoperability of TR-369 and TR-069 standards in one solution aided by AI to revolutionize the home Wi-Fi experience, improving customer experience, reducing operational costs, and increasing customer loyalty. Maximizing Network Profitability through Open Access, Interoperability, Service Management, and Advanced Services – presented by Ciena This PoC will highlight a subscriber self-serve portal and cloud instance of multi-domain service orchestration to drive service automation from a marketplace of providers and services. It will also demonstrate the power of open standards to maximize choice and cloud-managed platforms for advanced Wi-Fi management and in-home experience control. Lighting Up the Future: Showcasing Fiber Interoperability & Smart Connectivity – presented by Incognito, Harmonic, Vecima, Innago This PoC showcases fiber interoperability and smart connectivity in fiber access, CPEs, and apps. It highlights service and network automation in the connected home, managing both next-gen and legacy devices to maximize FTTx investments and leave no device behind. Precision OT PON Extender – presented by Precision Optical Technologies (Belden) This PoC showcases a unique approach to low noise optical amplification that enables truly passive and extended reach PON links for distances up to 80km (for a 1x32 split). It demonstrates how this technology sits next to an OLT in the hub/central office and interoperates with off the shelf ONTs. Advancing Multi-Tenant, Multi-Access Wholesale Wireline and Wireless Connectivity – presented by Radisys Corporation, Zoom Technology Group This PoC will demonstrate End-to-End management of FTTx OLTs and ONTs, subscriber Wi-Fi management, and user experience of ONTs and Access Points. It presents a wholesale provisioning approach where a neutral-host operator can administrate multiple ISPs, for the potential to improve how communities could be serviced by broadband access. Precision Meets Efficiency: 3D Scanning and Digital Twin Technology for Enhanced Build Quality and Streamlined Documentation – presented by TKI Infrastructure Solutions This PoC will demonstrate how to capture a precise, measurable, and geographically accurate representation of field conditions to enhance network build quality, project predictability, and faster subcontractor invoicing. All PoCs will be presented in the Fiber Connect 2025 Expo Hall, June 2-3, and evaluated by leading industry analysts. Awards will be presented in the following categories: Most Innovative, Biggest Impact, and Game Changer. To learn more about Fiber Connect 2025, visit the conference website here or subscribe to FBA's Fiber Forward Weekly newsletter here to stay updated on conference news and more. About the Fiber Broadband Association The Fiber Broadband Association is the largest and only trade association that represents the complete fiber ecosystem of service providers, manufacturers, industry experts, and deployment specialists dedicated to the advancement of fiber broadband deployment and the pursuit of a world where communications are limitless, advancing quality of life and digital equity anywhere and everywhere. The Fiber Broadband Association helps providers, communities, and policymakers make informed decisions about how, where, and why to build better fiber broadband networks. Since 2001, these companies, organizations, and members have worked with communities and consumers in mind to build the critical infrastructure that provides the economic and societal benefits that only fiber can deliver. The Fiber Broadband Association is part of the Fibre Council Global Alliance, which is a platform of six global FTTH Councils in North America, LATAM, Europe, MEA, APAC, and South Africa. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Press Contact: Christy BarbaranConnect2 Communications for the Fiber Broadband AssociationFBA@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Fiber Connect 2025 to Spotlight Industry Leadership and Innovation with C-Suite Forum and Executive Programming
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) today announced the high-profile keynote speakers and executive programming for Fiber Connect 2025, taking place June 1-4, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. The conference will convene top fiber broadband executives, policymakers, and innovators to address the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of digital infrastructure in the U.S. and beyond. C-Suite Forum: Leading the Way for our Industry as it Lights Up Opportunities Monday, June 2, 2:30 – 5:45 PM | Governor's Ballroom A Presented by Calix and designed for fiber broadband leadership, the C-Suite Forum provides a private, focused environment to discuss timely, high-impact issues including fiber economics, M&A value creation, BEAD progress, tribal broadband sovereignty, and digital infrastructure strategies. Featured Speakers include: David E. Altig, Executive Vice President & Chief Economic Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Meaghan Kappel, Partner, Deals Value Creation, PwC Canada Dr. Tamarah Holmes, Director, Office of Broadband, Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development Evann Freeman, Vice President, Community & Government Relations, EPB Rachael Wierson, COO & CTO, Gila River Telecommunications Allyson Mitchell, General Manager, Mohawk Networks Josh Snow, CEO, Trace Fiber Networks Vishal Dixit, Executive Vice President, Strategy & Wholesale, Frontier Communications Additional Executive Programming Includes: State Broadband Officer Roundtable Q&A Monday, June 2, 12:15 – 12:40 PM An informal, interactive dialogue between state broadband leaders and network executives. Moderator: Rob Shema, Alta Fiber Panelists: Brian Thorn, Rhode Island Brian Mitchell, Nevada Peter Voderberg, BroadbandOhio Sally Doty, Broadband Expansion and Accessibility of Mississippi Wall Street Insights: Equity Analyst Roundtable Q&A Tuesday, June 3, 12:15 – 12:40 PM A rare opportunity to hear how the financial community is evaluating broadband investment, funding, and risk. Panelists: Ryan Koontz, Managing Director, Needham & Company Nicola Muirhead, Director, Rothschild & Co Keynote Program Highlights: Fireside Chats with: U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn- Broadband, Security and Enabling Innovation Harsha Mudaliar, Policy Advisor and External Affairs Liaison, Office of Commissioner Gomez and Federal Communications Commission- Bridging the Digital Divide and Serving Underrepresented Communities Keynote Tracy Doaks, President and CEO, MCNC Operator Talks from executives at Alta Fiber, Bristol Tennessee Essential Services, C Spire, Cityside Fiber, SaskTel and Ting Internet 'As our industry continues to evolve, it's critical that public and private sector leaders align on how to deploy fiber infrastructure in a way that drives lasting economic and social impact,' said Evann Freeman, Fiber Broadband Association Board Member and Conference Committee Chair, and Vice President, Government & Community Relations at EPB of Chattanooga. 'The C-Suite Forum offers a rare opportunity for candid, high-level dialogue that shapes the path forward for our industry.' From high-level strategy sessions to hands-on technical workshops, Fiber Connect 2025 provides the most comprehensive executive experience in broadband. See the full Fiber Connect 2025 agenda here. For details on Fiber Connect 2025 sponsorship, please contact Lucy Green at lgreen@ To stay up to date on all Fiber Connect and FBA news, subscribe to the Fiber Forward Weekly newsletter here. About the Fiber Broadband Association The Fiber Broadband Association is the largest and only trade association that represents the complete fiber ecosystem of service providers, manufacturers, industry experts, and deployment specialists dedicated to the advancement of fiber broadband deployment and the pursuit of a world where communications are limitless, advancing quality of life and digital equity anywhere and everywhere. The Fiber Broadband Association helps providers, communities, and policymakers make informed about how, where, and why to build better fiber broadband networks. Since 2001, these companies, organizations, and members have worked with communities and consumers in mind to build the critical infrastructure that provides the economic and societal benefits that only fiber can deliver. The Fiber Broadband Association is part of the Fibre Council Global Alliance, which is a platform of six global FTTH Councils in North America, LATAM, Europe, MEA, APAC, and South Africa. Learn more at
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5 days ago
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PLP AND LIGHTERA ANNOUNCE GROUNDBREAKING COMPATIBILITY PROGRAM FOR FTTX CLOSURES AND ROLLABLE RIBBON CABLE
CLEVELAND, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PLP, a global leader in broadband connectivity solutions, and Lightera, a global innovator in optical fiber technology, today announced a new compatibility program that pairs PLP's drop closures with Lightera's rollable ribbon fiber optic cable, streamlining design and deployment strategies for FTTx networks. This new collaboration provides a groundbreaking approach to fiber network design by enabling fiber-dense cables (144-288 fibers) to be deployed using compact closures in small handholes, significantly reducing labor requirements, material costs, and installation space needed for last-mile deployments. "Rollable ribbon cable technology was initially developed for high-density applications like data centers," said Mark Boxer, Technical Manager, Solutions and Applications Engineering at Lightera. This collaboration takes that same high-efficiency design and applies it to FTTx networks, unlocking new potential for compact, cost-conscious fiber installations." The compatibility program combines PLP's COYOTE® STP Pro Series (XL and L) and COYOTE® DTC closures with Lightera's DuctSaver® and AccuRoll® rollable ribbon cables. When used with smaller handholes, the combination of PLP's closures and Lightera's cables offers a highly scalable and cost-effective alternative to traditional loose tube or flat ribbon deployments that require larger dome-style closures and handholes. Taking this approach can result in a 30% cost reduction for the distribution portion of the network versus more traditional methods. "As the demand for fiber continues to grow, network designers need smarter, more flexible deployment options," said Matt Becker, Director of North America Communications Markets at PLP. "This program gives our customers a new level of design agility, delivering high fiber counts in smaller, more efficient packages that reduce overall build costs without compromising performance." PLP and Lightera will showcase the combined solution at Fiber Connect 2025 in Nashville, June 1-4. For more information, visit and ABOUT PLP PLP protects the world's most critical connections by creating stronger and more reliable networks. The company's precision-engineered solutions are trusted by energy and communications providers worldwide to perform better and last longer. With locations in over 20 countries, PLP works as a united global corporation, delivering high-quality products and unparalleled service to customers around the world. ABOUT LIGHTERA Lightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions, delivering innovative technologies that drive communication networks, data centers, and specialty photonics applications. With a deep legacy of expertise in optical science, we provide high-performance solutions that enable faster, more reliable, and more sustainable connections for businesses, communities, and industries worldwide. Headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, U.S.A., Lightera operates with a global footprint, serving customers across telecommunications, enterprise, industrial, generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing markets. Lightera is part of Furukawa Electric Group, a multi-billion-dollar leader in optical communications. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Preformed Line Products Company Sign in to access your portfolio
