Sign up for our eNewsletters
Get the latest news and updates

Learning Resources

logo_262x100
Sponsored
With rapid growth of AI computing clusters and broader industry adoption, higher performance standards for data centers - such as transmission efficiency, low latency, and high...
Feb. 19, 2026
dreamstime_l_145948266
Sponsored
ficonTec is the sole provider of intelligent and scalable assembly & test solutions that cover the entire SiPh device production chain – from wafer-level processes to assembled...
March 11, 2026
https://www.keysight.com/us/en/home.html
screenshot_20260121_162408
Sponsored
There’s no denying that AI, and specifically, AI data centers, are a major topic of discussion as they are described, defined, and dissected in any number of ways across...
Feb. 4, 2026
ID 141912059 © Ronniechua | Dreamstime.com
dreamstime_l_141912059
Sponsored
This webinar explores how modern network architectures can maintain performance, reliability, and scalability, even when operators face constraints in U.S.‑sourced fiber, terminals...
March 3, 2026

Podcast

Videos

lightriver
LightRiver’s Prism, a customizable, user-friendly application for optimizing multi-vendor, multi-generation fiber networks, secured a 3.5 rating on Lightwave's 2026 Innovation...
March 5, 2026
afl
AFL’s FlowScout MPO OLTS, which helps data center customers meet accelerated rollout objectives, earned a solid 3.5 rating in Lightwave's 2026 Innovation Reviews. 
March 4, 2026

5G

www.cableone.biz
untitled_presentation_21
The cable MSO has already made network upgrades that enable it to compete and grow its market share.
March 2, 2026
www.corporate.charter.com
Based in Stamford, Connecticut, Nick Jeffery will assume his new role as COO of Charter on September 1, 2026.
The seasoned telecom executive joins Charter as the company grows following its pending acquisition of Cox.
Feb. 26, 2026
69988096ddc8d794e8ce08a5dreamstime_xxl_357394879
The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down the Trump Administration's tariffs, dealing a blow to his key agenda. At the same time, broadband providers will continue to pursue their...
Feb. 23, 2026
www.comcast.com
comcastbiz
The cable MSO will focus on finding ways to keep wireless and fiber competitors at bay for its SMB base while emphasizing growth in large business opportunities.
Feb. 3, 2026

Earnings

www.shentel.com
690bfeef0b47585de4924f5fshentelbiz
The service provider’s aggressive fiber build has resulted in it overtaking legacy revenue in the fourth quarter.
March 5, 2026
www.istock.com
istock_000027592861small
The cable operator plans to enhance its product line and develop strategies to attract new business and carrier customers.
March 2, 2026
www.shentel,com
untitled_presentation_22
While the service provider’s near-term focus is on completing its fiber build, it would prioritize the possibility of buying another fiber provider.
March 2, 2026
65a15e2024b6b1001eb44e54fridayfive_10_13_23_still_
Broadband and optical industry stakeholders face the decision of whether to dedicate legal resources and time to secure a refund or to absorb tariff-related losses. In other...
Feb. 27, 2026

Test

www.exfo.com/
exfoftbx
EXFO’s FTBx-88810 Series provides wide versatility, covering all rates from 1G to 800G—including 800ZR—and supporting Ethernet, OTN, Fibre Channel, and coherent optics in one ...
Feb. 12, 2026
www.nokia.com
newheaderimage
The company conducted an end-to-end Ultra Ethernet test across its data center switch family.
Oct. 7, 2025
subtitle_linkedin_post_2
Broadband Pulse
In this episode of the Broadband Pulse podcast, host Sean Buckley, editor in chief of Lightwave and BTR, talked to the Optical Internetworking Forum (OIF) about the importance...
May 20, 2025
shared_user_usr3ef4b9d53d064f789bc96d346d1a3d76_lw
While operators initially battled macroeconomic headwinds and technical complexity, testing engagements show new 5G wireless industry momentum.
April 29, 2025

Network Automation

I Stock 000051392310 Large
The new initiative is designed to help improve the consumer broadband experience.
Sept. 19, 2023
The combination of Render Networks’ geospatial network construction platform with VETRO’s cloud-native fiber network planning and management system will accelerate customer connections...
June 26, 2023
The company expects to deliver an end-to-end equipment line for disaggregated communication networks.
May 22, 2023
TR-489 “Authentication of an ONU and selection of eOMCI or vOMCI” will offer system integrators, network operators, and equipment manufacturers a clear framework to accelerate...
May 18, 2023