1Finity, which houses Fujitsu’s optical and wireless operations, recently began operating under its new name and brand identity. As Fujitsu announced in April, 1Finity consolidates Fujitsu’s global network-related organizations under one entity, enabling what the company said will be greater autonomy and flexibility.

1Finity, which will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu, will continue to deliver a complete portfolio of optical and wireless hardware, software and services.

We recently caught up with François Moore, Optical Architect and Advisor for 1Finity, to discuss new optical and wireless opportunities and how the new brand is resonating with customers.

Key Moments in This Episode Opening 0:05 Introduction Broadband Pulse host Sean Buckley introduces Francois Moore, Optical Architect & Advisor for 1Finity.

Fujitsu’s launch of the 1Finity brand 0:29 Launching the 1Finity brand, which consolidates Fujitsu's global network of related organizations under one entity.

A simplified look 2:17 How 1Finity simplifies customer interactions. Customer response to 1Finity 2:49 How the new brand is resonating with customers.

The optical networking market 4:11 How 1Finity is evolving in response to changes in the optical networking market. Data center interconnection 5:48 How big of a market does 1Finity see for data center interconnection (DCI)?

1Finity’s role in wireless 9:23 Fixed wireless in rural markets 13:02 1Finity is supplying radios to enable WISPs to provide wireless Internet access.

Rural market dynamics 13:50 Applying 1Finity’s solutions to rural providers' needs.

The Middle mile opportunity 15:13 1Finity is providing traditional optical gear, like its metro regional product offering.

800G opportunities 17:20 1Finity’s recent trial with Orange and its work to develop 800GZR+ coherent pluggables.

Final thoughts/closing 21:31 Broadband Pulse host Sean Buckley asks Francois Moore, Optical Architect & Advisor for 1Finity, to provide final thoughts.

About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry segments. Join us every week for insights from industry leaders on these topics. Visit our website at www.lightwave.com and click on our podcast site at www.broadbandpulse.podbean.com.

Harmonic is well known in the cable industry as a key supplier of DOCSIS equipment. However, as the cable and telecom industry continues to expand its fiber reach, Harmonic has been taking a more active role in developing fiber-based broadband products.

With many of its cable operator customers being in a transition phase, Harmonic is offering products that enable a DOCSIS-to-PON migration. One example of this move is the SeaStar Optical Node, which allows broadband connectivity for lower-density multi-dwelling units (MDUs). The node converts existing in-building coax cabling into a high-speed broadband conduit.

We recently caught up with Hy Huynh, vice president of fiber products at Harmonic, to talk about the evolving fiber broadband landscape.

Key Moments in This Episode Opening 0:05 Introduction Broadband Pulse host Sean Buckley introduces Hy Huynh, vice president of fiber products at Harmonic. 0:37 Fiber broadband How Harmonic is positioning itself within the fiber broadband space.

4:00 Open Optical Network Terminals (ONTs) Harmonic is integrating its platforms with third-party ONTs and expanding use cases. 7:40 Cable's FTTH migration How Harmonic can help cable MSOs gracefully migrate from HFC to all fiber. 12:19 Harmonic’s SeaStar Optical Node Harmonic's SeaStar allows service providers to provide fiber-like broadband speeds in lower-density multi-dwelling units (MDUs). 16:49 PON technology coexistence Service providers can advance to 25G and above while accommodating 1 and 10G PON. 19:12 Final thoughts Hy Huynh shares final thoughts about fiber broadband trends About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry segments. Join us every week for insights from industry leaders on these topics. Visit our website at www.lightwave.com and click on our podcast site at www.broadbandpulse.podbean.com.

In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from several regional and national broadband players, including:

• Brightspeed connects 8,000 homes and businesses in Western Ohio
• Conterra Networks furthers XGS-PON path with Ciena's Open PON platform
• Fidium expands fiber to Gouldsboro, Winter Harbor, and Wiscasset
• Gateway Fiber is expanding its network into Cottage Grove, Minnesota
• Intrepid Fiber Networks raises $425 million to accelerate fiber broadband expansion
• SBA Communications to enable 10G fiber broadband for Wyld Oaks development
• STELLAR Broadband brings 10G fiber internet to Farmington and Farmington Hills

About the Podcast In the Lightwave+BTR Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry segments. Join us every week for insights from industry leaders on these topics. Visit our website at www.lightwave.com and click on our podcast site at www.broadbandpulse.podbean.com/.