SCTE, the leader in broadband telecommunications, has opened its call for content for its TechExpo26 and marked a historic milestone: for the first time, a programmer will co-host the event. AMC Networks will join Charter Communications to help shape one of North America’s largest broadband conferences, taking place September 29–October 1 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.
This milestone reflects the industry’s ongoing convergence, as operators and media providers increasingly align network innovation with viewer experiences. Under the theme “Network (R)evolution: Convergence Powered. Experience Perfected.,” the event will convene global leaders across broadband, mobile, streaming, policy and technology to explore how intelligent networks are reshaping service delivery and customer experience.
What’s on the agenda?
SCTE TechExpo will examine how converged architecture enables new service models while supporting high-performance streaming, low-latency applications and AI-driven optimization. This focus aligns with SCTE’s recent SCTE 301 video streaming standard and its deepening collaboration with the Streaming Video Technology Alliance (SVTA).
The 2026 program is organized into dynamic tracks, including:
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Multi-Access Convergence: Integrating DOCSIS® Technology, Fiber, 5G and Wi-Fi into unified architectures
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The Experience Era for Consumers: Shifting from speed-based Service Level Agreements to experience-based key performance indicators
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AI Infrastructure & Autonomous Networks: Building AI-ready hardware and self-healing systems
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New Growth Opportunities: Exploring monetization of NaaS, AI-driven services and fixed-mobile bundles
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Operations, Planning & Construction: Accelerating builds with digital twins and geospatial AI
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Streaming: Addressing AI-driven personalization and edge delivery models
All-new interactive experiences
Attendees will experience new ways to connect, including:
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Meetups: 45-minute, slide-free conversations for peer learning
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Focus Forums: Deep dive sessions centered on specific industry topics
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Connectivity Café: A dedicated networking space, offering complimentary barista coffee
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Bootcamps: A half-day, hands-on training will deliver learning in high-demand areas such as DOCSIS 4.0 technology and fiber splicing