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Today's Top Stories
1. Verizon, Midcontinent ranked fastest ISPs by PC Magazine
2. HughesNet flips switch on 15 Mbps satellite broadband service
3. ZenithOptimedia: Cable ad spending will jump 8 percent in 2012
4. Cox to move to new headquarters building in Atlanta
5. Accenture expands IPTV portfolio with Nokia Siemens Networks deal Also Noted: Ciena and Fujitsu
Spotlight On... Suddenlink challenges Frontier's DSL ads
Time Warner Cable SportsNet launches today; Comcast Spotlight teams up with Telemundo and much more...  Follow @FierceCable on Twitter!
News From the Fierce Network:
1. Spotlight: Brown inks bill to outlaw VoIP regulation in California
2. North American utilities to invest $577.8M on home energy management, says IDC
3. Disney exec sees continued growth in online video distribution
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> Mobile Acceleration for the Mobile Revolution - Tuesday, November 13th, 2pm ET / 11am PT
> Carrier Ethernet woes? Here's an economical approach to improving operational efficiency and network visibility - Wednesday, October 10, 11am ET / 8am PT / 3pm GMT
> The 1000x challenge; Small cells everywhere! - Wednesday, October 17, 12pm ET / 9am PT
Events > Customer Engagement Technology World - November 7-8, 2012 - NY, NY
> Fierce Innovation Awards 2012 - An Operator- Reviewed Awards Program From the Publishers of FierceWireless, FierceTelecom, FierceCable
> TVNEXT - October 10-11 - Santa Clara, CA
> CTAM Summit & CTAM Insights Conferences - October 14-16 - Orlando, FL
> A new conference for a new world - TM Forum's Management World Americas 2012 - Orlando, FL - December 3-6
Marketplace > Research: LTE: a real disruptive technology and business opportunity?
> Whitepaper: Rethink IP/Optical Core Management
> EBook: Finding New Gold in Copper
> Whitepaper: Kabel Deutschland Uses Lavastorm Analytics' Flexibility to Optimize Revenue Assurance and Fraud Management Processes
> EBook: Dodd-Frank: The Key to Compliance Success
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> Wireless Project Manager Job - Cerritos, CA, USA – Yoh
> Field Technicians (5) Job - Melbourne, FL, USA – Yoh
> Field Technician (CDMA and LTE experience preferred) Job - Plano, TX, USA – Yoh
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* General ad info: Click here | Today's Top News 1. Verizon, Midcontinent ranked fastest ISPs by PC Magazine
Verizon's (NYSE: VZ) FiOS Internet and South Dakota-based cable operator Midcontinent Communications are the fastest ISPs nationwide, according to a PC Magazine report. FiOS Internet delivered average download speeds of 29.4 Mbps, according to the report, which was based on data collected from Speedtest.net. Midcontinent placed second, with an average download speed of 24.7 Mbps. It was followed by Charter Communications (Nasdaq: CHTR) (22.2 Mbps); Bright House Networks (21.5 Mbps); Cablevision's (NYSE: CVC) Optimum Online (21 Mbps); Comcast (Nasdaq: CMCSA) (20.4 Mbps); RCN (19.6 Mbps); Wave Broadband (17.8 Mbps) and Cox Communications (17.2 Mbps). The PC Magazine test differed from the Measuring Broadband America Report that the FCC released in July. That test found that FiOS Internet delivered speeds of 19.39 Mbps with its 15 Mbps package during peak periods, and that Cablevision delivered average download speeds of 19.14 Mbps during peak periods. Verizon is the fastest ISP in the northeast, according to the PC Magazine report, delivering download speeds of 29.6 Mbps. It was followed by Cablevision (22.6 Mbps); Comcast (21.5 Mbps); Charter (20.9 Mbps) and RCN (19.8 Mbps). Midcontinent is the fastest ISP in the North Central region, with download speeds of 24.7 Mbps, according to Speedtest.net data. It was followed by Bright House Networks (22.3 Mbps); Charter (21.7 Mbps); Comcast (20.5 Mbps); and Cox (18.9 Mbps). Comcast is the fastest ISP in the Northwest, averaging download speeds of 19.8 Mbps, according to PC Magazine. It was followed by Charter (16.9 Mbps); Optimum Online (9.7 Mbps); Frontier Communications (Nasdaq: FTR) (9.2 Mbps) and CenturyLink (7.4 Mbps). FiOS is the fastest ISP in the South Central, where it averaged 32 Mbps. It topped Charter Communications (25 Mbps), Comcast (19.8 Mbps) and Cox (15.7) in the region. FiOS was also the fastest ISP in the Southeast, averaging 23.9 Mbps, and the Southwest, where it averaged 39.8 Mbps. For more:
- PC Magazine has this story Related articles:
Verizon, Cablevision top FCC Measuring Broadband America Report
Cox, Cablevision top Verizon and AT&T in J.D. Power commercial high-speed Internet survey
Verizon to double speed of premium FiOS Internet tiers Read more about: Comcast, Cablevision
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| Webinar: Beyond the Cable: The Move to Mobility by MSOs
October 9th, 11:00 am EST/ 8:00 am PST
The best immediate prospects for MSOs may lie on using Wi-Fi to harvest data from mobile operators for backhaul over MSO HFC networks. Wi-Fi networks provide a huge differentiation and opportunities for cable operators. This webinar will explore how MSOs are integrating Wi-Fi into their existing network architectures and examine the economics behind Wi-Fi for cable operators. Register Now! |
2. HughesNet flips switch on 15 Mbps satellite broadband service
3. ZenithOptimedia: Cable ad spending will jump 8 percent in 2012
4. Cox to move to new headquarters building in Atlanta
5. Accenture expands IPTV portfolio with Nokia Siemens Networks deal
Accenture announced Monday that it struck a deal to buy IPTV software, assets and capabilities from Nokia Siemens Networks. The company said the acquisition will help it expand the over-the-top video products it offers service providers. Accenture's customers include Italy's Mediaset and YouView in the United Kingdom. It hasn't yet announced any U.S. customers for its IPTV technology. Accenture said it plans to integrate the IPTV software and other assets from Nokia Siemens with its Accenture Video Solution software product. It will be able to help clients deliver interactive video in multiple formats to TVs, smartphones, personal computers and tablets, the company added. Last November, Nokia Siemens announced it would cut 17,000 employees and focus on developing mobile broadband products. For more:
- see the release Related articles:
Nokia Siemens to cut 17,000 employees, focus on mobile broadband
Accenture goes over-the-top; Optimum Lightpath becoming a telco Read more about: Acquisition, Nokia Siemens Networks
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SPOTLIGHT ON... Suddenlink challenges Frontier's DSL ads Frontier Communications (Nasdaq: FTR) is taking some heat from Suddenlink Communications and the National Advertising Division for claims it makes in ads for its DSL service. NAD said Monday that it asked Frontier to stop making claims in its ads that its DSL service is faster than Suddenlink's cable modem product. The Division's move was prompted by a challenge that was made by Suddenlink. Read more Cable industry news from across the Web... > Time Warner Cable plans to launch regional sports network Time Warner Cable SportsNet on its cable systems in California at 7 p.m. PT tonight. News release > Comcast's Telemundo Media and Comcast Spotlight divisions are teaming up to pitch marketers' ads that could be targeted at Hispanic Households. News release > SeaChange said it'll show off its multiscreen video solutions at the SCTE Cable-Tec Expo, which kicks off Oct. 17 in Orlando, Fla. News release And finally… Comcast began offering commercial customers in Florida a customer support line that is available 24 hours a day. News release News From the Fierce Network:
> Level 3 unveils network security solutions set Post
> TWC appears to be good sport when it comes to sharing with Google in Kansas City Post
> Beyond the Cable: The Move to Mobility by MSOs - October 9th, 11:00 am EST/ 8:00 am PST The best immediate prospects for MSOs may lie on using Wi-Fi to harvest data from mobile operators for backhaul over MSO HFC networks. Wi-Fi networks provide a huge differentiation and opportunities for cable operators. This webinar will explore how MSOs are integrating Wi-Fi into their existing network architectures and examine the economics behind Wi-Fi for cable operators. Register Now! > Mobile Acceleration for the Mobile Revolution - Tuesday, November 13th, 2pm ET / 11am PT A revolution is underway in how companies interact with audiences online. Join us to learn the recent results from Compuware research on mobile performance expectations, unique challenges presented by delivery over cellular networks, and what to consider when balancing mobile performance and usability. Register Today! > Carrier Ethernet woes? Here's an economical approach to improving operational efficiency and network visibility - Wednesday, October 10, 11am ET / 8am PT / 3pm GMT This webinar introduces a centralized Ethernet service activation and monitoring solution that enables network operators to deploy cost-effectively, accelerate time to revenue and boost operational efficiency, while optimizing subscriber experience. Register Today! > The 1000x challenge; Small cells everywhere! - Wednesday, October 17, 12pm ET / 9am PT To solve the 1000x mobile data challenge, we need more small cells, actually, much more, and everywhere - But, isn't interference a limiting factor? How dense can we deploy them? What are the future enhancements that takes HetNets to the next level? Find out the answers at this Qualcomm webinar. Register Today!
| > Customer Engagement Technology World - November 7-8, 2012 - NY, NY CETW is the only face-to-face event that is focused on leveraging the integration of emerging media across multiple channels to activate customer engagement. Register today with VIP Code CET52D to receive your free pass! > Fierce Innovation Awards 2012 - An Operator- Reviewed Awards Program From the Publishers of FierceWireless, FierceTelecom, FierceCable This program is designed to recognize the innovative companies and products that are defining the future of the broadband communications industry. Submissions will be judged based on effective application of and performance in networks, innovative approach, and contribution to revenue & profitability. Submit your application today! > TVNEXT - October 10-11 - Santa Clara, CA Social TV, TV Apps, Cloud TV, Broadband TV, and more... It's all part of the re-imagining of TV happening only at the 6th annual TVNEXT in October. Hear from over 50 top-notch speakers and networks with hundreds of the "who's-who" in the TV and entertainment industry. Learn more! > CTAM Summit & CTAM Insights Conferences - October 14-16 - Orlando, FL Discover what consumers crave with speakers from Trendrr, Zoove & Hill Holliday. Additional Speakers: Deepak Chopra, Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer and NBC’s David Gregory. Additional Topics: Second Screen TV apps, Mobile Marketing and Amazing Sensory Research Tools. Register for one conference and access both! Register Today and bring a colleague at $595 Guest Rate! > A new conference for a new world - TM Forum's Management World Americas 2012 - Orlando, FL - December 3-6 TM Forum's Management World Americas 2012 is the only conference that brings together 1500+ professionals from communications and beyond to brainstorm, debate, share and learn everything you need to succeed in the digital world. This 4-day conference features re-imagined, highly interactive conference formats, unique pre-conference workshops, dedicated networking events, official TM Forum Training and Certification, and a central Hub featuring a bustling Expo, Catalyst demonstrations and all of the latest information from TM Forum. The agenda spans five interactive conference Forums covering Digital and M2M Service Enablement, Big Data Analytics, Customer Experience Management, IT and Cloud Agility, Cyber Security, plus a dedicated Cable Summit! Register now!
| > Research: LTE: a real disruptive technology and business opportunity? WiTech's latest Report "LTE: a disruptive technology and business opportunity" presents an in-depth analysis about the promising technology LTE by taking into account not only technology aspects but also business aspects. It points out the key drivers that are continuously changing the Telecom Market. Download this report today! > Whitepaper: Rethink IP/Optical Core Management Are You Ready to Rethink Your Network With the Alcatel-Lucent 1830 Photonic Service Switch? It's time to integrate the IP and optical layers of your network infrastructure and ensure optimal efficiency. Learn more about how you can rethink IP/Optical core management by downloading our whitepaper. > EBook: Finding New Gold in Copper This eBook from FierceTelecom will explore the ever-changing dynamics of service providers' copper networks and how they are using these new technologies to deliver a wider set of services to consumers and businesses. Download for free today. > Whitepaper: Kabel Deutschland Uses Lavastorm Analytics' Flexibility to Optimize Revenue Assurance and Fraud Management Processes Learn how Kabel Deutschland achieved quantifiable ROI in less than one year, accelerated detection of fraudulent activity by more than 2000 percent, and improved customer satisfaction. Download this case study today. > EBook: Dodd-Frank: The Key to Compliance Success Driven by a never-ending appetite for bandwidth from businesses and consumers, service providers are in the process of upgrading their backbone and core networks. This eBook discusses the strategies, emerging standards, and technological advancements beyond 100G. Click here to download today.
| > Project Manager Job - Charlotte, NC, USA – Yoh Yoh has a contract opportunity for a Project Manager to join our client in Charlotte, NC 28217. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for planning and managing medium to large sized application development projects. Six (6) years of previous experience with technical applications and/or information systems (or equivalent) required...Learn more. > Wireless Project Manager Job - Cerritos, CA, USA – Yoh Yoh has a one (1) year full time contract opportunity for a Wireless Project Manager to join a large telecom client located in the Los Angeles CA area (Cerritos CA). Responsibilities include managing project completions (LTE, UMTS, NSB, and all other modifications) from issuance of work order to turn up including finance and timeline forecasts. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, be able to work independently and be able to work on scheduling and reporting...Learn more. > Field Technicians (5) Job - Melbourne, FL, USA – Yoh Yoh has five (5) month contract opportunities for five (5) Field Technicians to join our client in Melbourne, FL. This job will involve going out to sea and working on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships 2-3 weeks out of a month. Our client is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. Minimum two (2) years' experience with VSAT systems required...Learn more. > Field Technician (CDMA and LTE experience preferred) Job - Plano, TX, USA – Yoh Yoh has a contract opportunity for a Field Technician (CDMA and LTE experience preferred) to join our client in Plano, TX. Responsibilities include developing proficiency in primary skills of customer relations, basic electricity, basic electronics, basic telephony, radio principles for CDMA, LTE and iDEN, and basic principles of digital transmission, fiber communication, data communication, telephony terminology, industry standards, and on-line network control/maintenance systems. Must be able to multi-task and maintain composure in stressful and demanding work environment...Learn more. | |
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