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Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) announced that German broadband operator neu-medianet has selected Harmonic's cOS™ virtualized broadband platform to implement XGS-PON fiber broadband services. The deployment includes Harmonic's high-density Pier optical line terminal shelves and leverages an Open ONT approach for customer premises equipment flexibility.

The partnership enables neu-medianet to overbuild its existing network and enhance its DOCSIS footprint with XGS-PON technology for delivering symmetric multi-gigabit broadband services. Local partner Normann Engineering will provide system integration support. Notably, Harmonic's cOS platform currently powers broadband services through over 35 million CPE devices globally.

In the news release, neu-medianet Fast-Tracks Fiber Broadband Rollout with Harmonic, issued 23-Sep-2025 by Harmonic Inc. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the quote in the second paragraph should be attributed to "Steffen Raatz, CTO of neu-medianet" rather than "Steffen Raatz, operations engineer at neu-medianet" as originally issued inadvertently. The complete, corrected release follows:

neu-medianet Fast-Tracks Fiber Broadband Rollout with Harmonic

SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that German broadband operator neu-medianet is making the leap to XGS-PON fiber broadband services with Harmonic's industry-leading cOS™ virtualized broadband platform. The cOS platform enables neu-medianet to overbuild its existing network and augment its DOCSIS footprint with XGS-PON for delivering symmetric multi-gigabit broadband services. Leveraging Harmonic's solutions, neu-medianet is building a future-ready broadband infrastructure to cost-effectively deliver a range of reliable, high-speed broadband services and grow its subscriber base.

"Expanding our fiber broadband network is central to our long-term strategy of evolving and growing our business," said Steffen Raatz, CTO of neu-medianet. "Deploying Harmonic's cOS platform gives us the flexibility and scalability we need to deliver exceptional-quality fiber and DOCSIS broadband services to our customers."

neu-medianet is deploying Harmonic's cOS platform with high-density, energy-efficient Pier optical line terminal (OLT) shelves that minimize infrastructure requirements and simplify the rollout of fiber services. Furthermore, Harmonic's Open ONT approach empowers neu-medianet to eliminate vendor lock-in and select customer premises equipment (CPE) devices that best fit its needs — accelerating service velocity and reducing total cost of ownership.

"neu-medianet is taking a pivotal step forward by embracing future-ready technologies that position them as a forward-thinking fiber broadband provider in Germany," said Stefan Meier, vice president of broadband sales Europe at Harmonic. "We're proud to support their vision with a virtualized broadband platform that reduces deployment complexity to meet growing subscriber demands."

Harmonic's local partner Normann Engineering is supplying the components and providing system integration support, ensuring smooth deployment.

Harmonic's market-leading cOS platform powers next-gen broadband services through more than 35 million CPE devices worldwide for leading operators in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia. 

Harmonic will showcase its cOS virtualized broadband platform at Connected Britain, Sept. 24-25 in London, in booth 153. To schedule a meeting with Harmonic, visit www.harmonicinc.com/broadband/events/connected-britain. To learn more about the company's broadband solutions, visit www.harmonicinc.com/broadband.

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 www.harmonicinc.com. 

Legal Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Statements concerning Harmonic's business and the anticipated capabilities, advantages, reliability, efficiency, market acceptance, market growth, specifications and benefits of Harmonic products, services and technology are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on our current expectations and beliefs and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the risks and uncertainties more fully described in Harmonic's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2024, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and its Current Reports on Form 8-K. The forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to Harmonic as of the date hereof, and Harmonic disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

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FAQ

What technology is neu-medianet implementing with Harmonic's cOS platform?

neu-medianet is implementing XGS-PON fiber broadband services to deliver symmetric multi-gigabit broadband services alongside their existing DOCSIS network.

How many CPE devices worldwide are powered by Harmonic's cOS platform?

Harmonic's cOS platform powers broadband services through more than 35 million CPE devices worldwide across North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia.

What are the key benefits of Harmonic's Open ONT approach for neu-medianet?

The Open ONT approach allows neu-medianet to avoid vendor lock-in, select preferred CPE devices, accelerate service velocity, and reduce total cost of ownership.

Who is providing system integration support for neu-medianet's Harmonic deployment?

Normann Engineering, Harmonic's local partner, is supplying the components and providing system integration support for the deployment.