Harmonic today announced that it is partnering with Rogers Communications, a leading Canadian technology and media company, to power the company's next generation multi-gigabit broadband services using Harmonic's CableOS® cloud-native converged core platform.

Widely deployed in both IP and SDI broadcast workflows around the world, Imagine Communications’ Selenio™ Network Processor (SNP) has added an array of new software features that enhance customers’ existing investments, driving further efficiencies in production, playout and distribution architectures.

Imagine’s SNP is a proven and popular video and audio processor platform. Its software-based architecture allows it to deliver all the functionality of a traditional modular processor chassis, but in an infinitely flexible, instantly reconfigurable form.

Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today unveiled a new Flexible MAC Architecture (FMA) offering for its market-leading CableOS® Cloud-Native Core Platform at the SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2021 virtual event. Harmonic's unique software-based MAC Anywhere approach to FMA is a breakthrough for the cable industry, empowering operators to flexibly deploy the industry's most advanced DOCSIS MAC on a variety of remote hardware platforms, in the data center and in the node. Harmonic's end-to-end FMA solution is included as part of the market-leading CableOS Platform as a simultaneous orchestrator for next-gen Remote PHY, Remote MAC-PHY and PON devices, enabling operators to have unprecedented flexibility in deploying multi-gigabit broadband services.

Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced it will showcase how it is powering the ultra-connected future of broadband at the SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2021 virtual event. Harmonic's market-leading CableOS® Cloud-Native Core Platform is empowering operators to step on the path to revolutionary broadband, with innovative deployment options and solutions that improve business agility, enable sustainable growth and accelerate capacity expansion, ensuring a superior experience for subscribers. Harmonic is laying the foundation for next-gen broadband with virtualized and cloud-native offerings that support DOCSIS 4.0, Flexible MAC Architecture (FMA), DAA, 10G PON and fiber to the home (FTTH), fixed wireless access (FWA), edge cloud and superior streaming.

Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that Taiwan-based cable operator ICCDS is setting a pathway forward to 10G with Harmonic's market-leading CableOS® Cloud-Native Core Platform. Harmonic's CableOS Platform converges fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) PON and HFC DOCSIS 3.1 networks for operational efficiency while enabling blazing-fast broadband speeds as ICCDS addresses the growing demand for high-bandwidth applications such as VR and gaming.

Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that Philippines-based service provider Parasat Cable TV is modernizing its broadband operations with Harmonic's CableOS® Cloud-Native Core Platform, further adding to Harmonic's growing roster of cable customers in the Asia-Pacific region. As the leader in virtualized access technology and distributed access architectures (DAA), Harmonic enables Parasat Cable TV to rapidly expand broadband capacity and bring high-speed, reliable internet access to subscribers.

Harmonic today announced that telecommunications service provider Claro Perú, an América Móvil company, is powering its next-gen broadband services with Harmonic's CableOS® Cloud-Native Core Platform. As the industry leader in virtualized solutions for cable and converged fiber to the home (FTTH), Harmonic enables Claro Perú to sustainably deliver multi-gigabit broadband services with fast capacity expansion and a superior subscriber experience.

Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that Canadian cable operator Mascon, a Telus brand, is delivering superior broadband experiences to subscribers with Harmonic's industry-leading CableOS® Cloud-Native Core Platform. Partnering with Harmonic, the leader in virtualized access technology and distributed access architectures (DAA), Mascon can swiftly and economically address broadband capacity issues, leveraging innovations in vCMTS and Remote-PHY (R-PHY) technologies to address demands for faster internet speeds and offer a better quality of experience. Harmonic's reseller Clearcable ensured a smooth installation.

Production automation specialists nxtedition recently installed, commissioned, trained and handed over a four-studio newsroom system for Stockholm-based Expressen TV. Because of the restrictions imposed by COVID-19, nxtedition was forced to achieve all this remotely, yet still got the new system on-air, on-time and on-budget.

To future-proof broadcast workflows for Turkish television network ATV, regional systems integrator AVITENG was recently tapped by Turkuvaz Media Group for their development of a new hybrid architecture that combined the existing baseband infrastructure with a broadcast IP and 12G-SDI framework. Rollout of the upgraded system for ATV, Turkuvaz’s flagship channel and one of Turkey’s most prominent networks, coincided with the move to a new state-of-the-art media center facility. Deployment of the robust hybrid system included a range of AJA Corvid and KONA I/O cards and AJA openGear-compatible Converters used throughout both broadcast baseband and SMPTE ST 2110-20 IP workflows.

ChyronHego today announced that its Click Effects PRIME fan engagement engine is a confirmed partner for Panasonic's new IT/IP-centric next-generation live production platform. Designed for high-quality video production and delivery, either live or in the studio, the new modular and open architecture platform from Panasonic allows users to optimize and future-proof their investment while maintaining flexibility. The solution pairing from ChyronHego and Panasonic brings powerful capabilities and valuable versatility to modern sports entertainment.

Harmonic today announced that Comporium, a leading cable operator in South Carolina, is powering its DOCSIS 3.1 Gigabit broadband services with a virtualized cable access solution from Harmonic. Featuring a scalable, software-based architecture, Harmonic's CableOS™ solution provides Comporium with a cost-effective solution for delivering cutting-edge internet and video services through a distributed access architecture (DAA).

Imagine Communications will demonstrate its latest solutions for dynamic advertising, media architectures and the IP transition at BroadcastAsia 2019 (18 – 20 June, Suntec Singapore, stand number 4C2-04). Experts from Imagine’s extensive team in the Asia Pacific region will be joined by subject leaders to provide in-depth support for businesses looking for migration strategies that allow them to advance their technological platforms to next-generation architecture and business models. This approach enables media companies to shape their transition to an IP-connected, software-defined future at their own pace.

Imagine Communications has implemented a new multichannel playout centre for Alpha TV in Athens. This new installation gives Alpha TV the ability to meet its viewers’ demand for HD on all channels, and builds a platform for future growth plans. It also ensures business continuity by providing full redundancy, eliminating the risk of any channel going off air.