Harmonic Spotlights Fiber Breakthroughs at Network X 2025

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Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) will showcase fiber broadband innovations at Network X 2025 in Paris, Oct. 14-16, 2025. The company highlights its virtualized cOS broadband platform, SeaStar optical node for multi-gigabit MDUs without rewiring, and modular hardware including Pearl R-OLTs, Jetty remote switches and Pier OLT shelves. Harmonic emphasizes cost-effective scaling from GPON to XGS-PON and 25G/50G/100G paths, an Open ONT approach to avoid vendor lock-in, and interoperability across an ecosystem powering over 35 million CPE devices globally. Visit Harmonic at meeting room 10b for demos and technical discussions.

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Broadband product strategy analyst

Harmonic promotes fiber-focused product set and field collaboration to accelerate multi-gigabit rollouts in EMEA.

Harmonic presents a suite of fiber solutions—cOS, SeaStar, Pearl R-OLTs, Jetty and Pier shelves—designed to let operators scale from GPON to XGS‑PON and beyond while enabling third‑party CPE choice via an Open ONT approach. The company cites an installed base powering over 35 million CPE devices and highlights a collaboration with neu-medianet as a proof point for commercial deployment activity.

Outcomes depend on operator procurement cycles, interoperability testing, and deployment economics versus incumbent options; the announcement provides no revenue, contract size, or timetable details. Watch for demonstrations at Oct. 14-16, concrete commercial agreements or deployment milestones with neu-medianet, and any disclosed financial metrics that quantify adoption within the next 3–12 months.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) is bringing its powerful fiber broadband innovations and deep expertise in accelerating fiber deployments to Network X 2025 in Paris. Harmonic's market-leading cOS™ virtualized broadband platform and extensive ecosystem of fiber solutions enable operators to deliver multi-gigabit broadband connectivity with greater efficiency and significant cost savings, unlocking new revenues and fueling sustainable subscriber growth.

"As fiber rollouts across EMEA gain strong momentum, operators are looking for trusted solutions that deliver efficiency, reliability and third-party interoperability," said Stefan Meier, vice president of broadband sales, EMEA, at Harmonic. "Harmonic is leading the way with innovative fiber solutions, empowering operators to expand their broadband service network, reduce deployment complexity and meet rising connectivity demands. Our recent collaboration with neu-medianet in Germany underscores this leadership as we continue to drive fiber progress and help operators accelerate fiber service velocity."

Harmonic will showcase breakthrough innovations at Network X 2025 that allow operators to:    

• Accelerate fiber-grade broadband to MDUs: Harmonic's SeaStar™ optical node transforms broadband delivery for lower-density MDUs, offering a cost-effective and rapid track to fiber-grade connectivity in brownfield environments. SeaStar brings multi-gigabit broadband connectivity to MDUs without rewiring, helping operators lower capital costs and boost new revenue opportunities.
• Adopt a future-forward fiber service strategy: Harmonic's cOS broadband platform, along with Pearl R-OLTs, Jetty remote switches and Pier OLT shelves, provides a seamless, future-ready path from GPON to XGS-PON, 25GS, 50G, 100G and beyond. These solutions enable cost-effective scaling to meet growing demand for high-speed fiber connectivity.
• Break free from vendor lock-in and build future-ready networks: Harmonic's Open ONT approach gives operators the freedom to select CPE devices that best meet their needs. At Network X, Harmonic will highlight real-world interoperability and flexibility enabled by this approach.

Harmonic's 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. 

To see Harmonic's fiber broadband innovations at Network X 2025, Oct. 14-16, visit meeting room 10b. More information about Harmonic and the company's solutions is available at www.harmonicinc.com/broadband/solutions/fiber-for-telcos.

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. 

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.

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FAQ

When and where will Harmonic (HLIT) present fiber solutions at Network X 2025?

Harmonic will present in Paris, Oct. 14-16, 2025, with demonstrations in meeting room 10b.

What is Harmonic's SeaStar and how does it help MDUs according to HLIT?

SeaStar is an optical node that brings multi-gigabit broadband to MDUs without rewiring, aiming to lower capital costs and speed deployment.

Which Harmonic platforms and hardware does HLIT say support migration to higher-speed PON standards?

Harmonic cites its cOS platform plus Pearl R-OLTs, Jetty remote switches and Pier OLT shelves to scale from GPON to XGS-PON and 25G/50G/100G.

What does Harmonic (HLIT) mean by an Open ONT approach at Network X 2025?

Open ONT lets operators choose CPE devices freely to avoid vendor lock-in and enable third-party interoperability.

How widely deployed is Harmonic's cOS platform according to the announcement?

Harmonic states its cOS platform powers over 35 million CPE devices worldwide.

Where can investors or operators find more information about HLIT's fiber solutions?

More information is available at www.harmonicinc.com/broadband/solutions/fiber-for-telcos.