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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
HLIT, Vectra to Make the 1st PTP-Less Virtualized Broadband Deployment
Harmonic, Inc. HLIT recently announced that Poland-based Vectra, a top Internet provider, will deploy HLIT's industry-leading cOS virtualized broadband platform. The initiative aims to accelerate Vectra's expansion into multigigabit broadband services, support the shift to deep fiber infrastructure and enable innovative wholesale offerings over both DOCSIS and fiber networks. This strategic deployment marks a significant milestone, not only for Vectra but for the global broadband industry, as it becomes the first operator to implement Harmonic's PTP-less distributed access architecture (DAA), which removes the complexities associated with traditional timing networks. This innovation increases reliability and dramatically simplifies part of the collaboration, Vectra will integrate Harmonic's Reef Remote PHY (R-PHY) Shelves, Oyster DAA Nodes and remote OLTs (Optical Line Terminals) to create a robust and modular broadband delivery infrastructure. One of the cutting-edge technologies in this deployment is the SeaStar Optical Node, Harmonic's recently launched solution that enables fiber connectivity in lower-density brownfield MDUs using existing coaxial platform enables a selective and cost-efficient migration from DOCSIS to PON, giving operators like Vectra the ability to upgrade targeted areas using existing infrastructure. Vectra can now offer both bitstream access and wholesale-over-DOCSIS services to third-party broadband providers, opening up lucrative new revenue streams in Poland's competitive telecom market. Netceed, a key Harmonic partner and value-added solutions provider, is playing a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of this large-scale initiative. By facilitating the supply chain and providing essential deployment support, Netceed helps accelerate time-to-market and ensures that the rollout remains on schedule and expanded market footprint in cable broadband is noteworthy. The company is already the market share leader in virtual CMTS and DAA, according to Dell'Oro Group. Its cOS platform powers broadband services in more than 33 million CPEs worldwide, serving operators across North America, Europe, Latin America and the demand for high-speed Internet continues to rise, operators are under a pressing need to expand their networks while optimizing operational efficiency and reducing costs. HLIT remains at the forefront of strategic collaboration to deliver high-speed, scalable and accessible broadband across the May 2025, the company expanded its collaboration with Cignal TV, a leading pay-TV provider in the Philippines, to modernize its channel origination, playout and disaster recovery workflows. The initiative leverages Harmonic's VOS360 Media Software-as-a-Service platform, which runs on the public cloud, to enhance Cignal TV's ability to deliver premium video streaming and broadcast services with greater efficiency and reliability. Harmonic currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Shares of Harmonic have plunged 31.6% over the past year compared with the industry's fall of 0.6%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Some better-ranked stocks from the broader technology space are Juniper Networks, Inc. JNPR, InterDigital, Inc. IDCC and Ubiquiti Inc. UI. JNPR presently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), while IDCC & UI carry a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank stocks is leveraging the 400-gig cycle to capture hyperscale switching opportunities inside the data center. The company is set to capitalize on the increasing demand for data center virtualization, cloud computing and mobile traffic packet/optical convergence. Juniper also introduced new features within the AI-driven enterprise portfolio that enable customers to simplify the rollout of their campus wired and wireless networks while bringing greater insight to network operators. In the last reported quarter, it delivered an earnings surprise of 4.88%.IDCC is a pioneer in advanced mobile technologies that enable wireless communications and capabilities. The company engages in designing and developing a wide range of advanced technology solutions, which are used in digital cellular as well as wireless 3G, 4G and IEEE 802-related products and networks. It has a long-term growth expectation of 15%.Ubiquiti's effective management of its strong global network of more than 100 distributors and master resellers improved its visibility for future demand and inventory management techniques. In the last reported quarter, Ubiquiti delivered an earnings surprise of 33.3%. Its highly flexible global business model remains well-suited to adapt to the changing market dynamics to overcome challenges while maximizing growth. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. 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Associated Press
5 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Vectra Powers Broadband Transformation with Harmonic
Harmonic's cOS Broadband Platform Enables World's First PTP-less Deployment to Fuel Vectra's Network Transformation and Enable Wholesale Fiber and DOCSIS Offerings SAN JOSE, Calif., June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that Vectra, one of the largest internet providers in Poland, has selected Harmonic's industry-leading cOS™ virtualized broadband platform to accelerate its multigigabit broadband service expansion, enable selective migration to deep fiber infrastructure and power its new wholesale fiber and DOCSIS offerings. This deployment marks the world's first implementation of Harmonic's PTP-less capability for distributed access architecture (DAA), setting new standards of excellence for broadband deployments with increased reliability, simplified operations and cost savings. 'Partnering with Harmonic aligns perfectly with our strategy to lead Poland into the new era of multigigabit broadband connectivity,' said Bartlomiej Irzynski, CTO of Vectra. 'The flexibility of the Harmonic cOS platform will enable us to offer outstanding broadband experiences that subscribers expect today while allowing for seamless future migration to fiber and next-generation DOCSIS networks. The Harmonic platform also empowers us to create new revenue streams with bitstream access and wholesale-over-DOCSIS services.' Vectra will deploy Harmonic's cOS platform in combination with Reef Remote PHY (R-PHY) Shelves, Oyster DAA nodes and a range of remote OLT devices. Vectra will also enable fiber connectivity to lower-density brownfield MDUs leveraging existing in-building coax wiring through Harmonic's newly launched SeaStar Optical Node. Adopting a PTP-less Virtualized Core allows Vectra to eliminate the complexities of traditional timing networks and increase reliability, simplifying rollouts and accelerating time to market for advanced broadband services. The cOS platform will enable Vectra's selective DOCSIS-to-PON migration for the delivery of high-speed fiber connectivity to targeted areas utilizing existing infrastructures, significantly reducing the operator's capital expenses. In addition, the cOS platform will allow Vectra to offer wholesale services over DOCSIS and PON to broadband partners in Poland, opening up additional revenue streams across its nationwide network. 'Our partnership with Vectra underscores the industry's growing momentum toward flexible, future-ready broadband architectures that are empowering next-generation broadband service delivery,' said Nimrod Ben-Natan, president and CEO at Harmonic. 'By adopting our cOS platform and its unique capabilities, Vectra is paving the way for multigigabit broadband services that scale with demand and drive new revenue opportunities.' Netceed, Harmonic's value-added solutions provider, will play a key role in facilitating smooth deployment for this project, accelerating the supply chain for broadband services and enabling efficient scale-up of the cOS platform. 'Our mission is to simplify and accelerate broadband expansion for our partners and ultimately their customers,' said Arek Zawada, managing director at Netceed Poland. 'By ensuring our partners have fast, reliable access to the right technology and support, we're helping them deliver high-speed connectivity to more communities more quickly. It's about empowering people and businesses with the digital infrastructure they need to thrive.' Harmonic is the market share leader in cable broadband equipment, virtual CMTS and DAA, according to Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, networks and data center IT industries. The company's market-leading cOS platform powers next-gen broadband services through more than 33 million customer premises equipment (CPE) devices worldwide for leading operators in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia. Harmonic will demonstrate its cOS broadband platform at ANGA COM, June 3-5 in Cologne, Germany, in hall 8, stand C35. To schedule a meeting with Harmonic, visit . To learn more about Harmonic's broadband solutions, visit . About Harmonic Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide leader in virtualized broadband and video delivery solutions, enables media companies and service providers to deliver ultra-high-quality video streaming and broadcast services to consumers globally. The company revolutionized broadband networking via the industry's first virtualized broadband solution, enabling operators to more flexibly deploy gigabit internet services to consumers' homes and mobile devices. Whether simplifying OTT video delivery via innovative cloud and software platforms, or powering the delivery of gigabit internet services, Harmonic is changing the way media companies and service providers monetize live and on-demand content on every screen. More information is available at . Harmonic, the Harmonic logo and other Harmonic marks are owned by Harmonic Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. About Vectra Group The Vectra Group offers modern fiber-optic Internet, digital TV, VOD, OTT, mobile and fixed-line telephony services, as well as professional services for business. The Group is constantly developing and improving its products, including the Smart TV services, which enables the use of a modern video platform in the 4K resolution, both traditionally through a set-top box and through a mobile app, TV, or web browser. Currently, 1.7 million customers use Vectra Group's services, and the operator's network covers 6.7 million households. More information is available at . About Netceed Netceed is a global leader in distribution, logistics, technical engineering, and product design with over 30 years of expertise and performance supporting the telecommunications and broadband industry. Netceed supplies and distributes a comprehensive range of passive and active equipment and tooling for network deployment, upgrades, and maintenance, supporting all technologies including FTTH, FTTx, HFC, Wi-Fi, 5G/mobile, and data center. Netceed's comprehensive portfolio of 90,000+ products from nearly 1,500 industry-leading suppliers, along with their value-added supply chain solutions support carriers' seamless delivery of high-speed Internet, Video, Data, and Voice services to Residential, Business, and Mobile Users. Netceed employs around 1,800 people across 19 countries and counting, and its experienced team works hard every day shaping the future of communication networks across the globe. For more information, visit . View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Harmonic Inc.
