Capturing the pulse of SCTE TechExpo26
This is a compilation of news and trends from SCTE's TechExpo26 trade show, taking place from September 28 to October 1 in Atlanta, GA.
Among this year's key themes will be convergence, AI’s role, and fiber.
The show will also address cross-industry collaboration between cable operators, wireless operators and telcos around network resilience and security.
Tune into this page for an array of news, podcasts, product roundups and policy issues.
Industry Interviews
Ahead of this year’s show, Broadband Pulse spoke with Janelle Morse, SCTE’s VP, Engagement and Strategy, about her expectations for the event. During our conversation, we addressed a range of issues, including convergence, AI’s role, fiber, and cross-industry collaboration around network resilience and security.
Astound named telecom veteran Ettienne Brandt as CEO in March. He will focus on expanding Astound's fiber footprint, integrating GFiber assets, and developing converged wireline and wireless services to stay competitive. In this podcast, we spoke with Brandt about his plans to implement new company-wide best practices to improve customer experience while maintaining its local feel.
In this episode, we talked with two key cable industry veterans about emerging trends--Lou Borrelli, CEO of NCTC and Grant Spellmeyer, president and CEO of ACA Connects. For further perspective on ACA and NCTC, you can also listen to an earlier podcast we did with Borrelli and Spellmeyer.
Business Services
The service provider’s platform, which continues to be adopted by a range of enterprises, could resonate with enterprises looking for cost effective alternatives to enhance cellular coverage.
