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Tracking the HFC Evolution in the DOCSIS 4.0 Era

The future of HFC is unfolding — and we’ve got the data to prove it.

Now in its fifth year, the ATX 2050 Project Survey is your annual pulse check on where the cable industry is headed. We asked 120+ cable pros to weigh in on the latest tech and architecture trends shaping the DOCSIS 4.0 era — and they delivered.

This year’s report dives into how the industry’s mindset has shifted since DOCSIS 4.0 hit the scene in 2019. We explore what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what’s next. From Unified DOCSIS 4.0 silicon to smarter energy storage strategies, we’re covering the topics that matter most to MSOs navigating a rapidly evolving landscape.

Inside the 2025 Report:

• 30% of respondents believe HFC networks will eventually push past 3GHz
• 31% say DOCSIS 4.0 might not meet broadband demands in 6–10 years
• 40% think competition has gotten significantly tougher
• 55% expect to have DOCSIS 4.0 live by the end of 2027
• Nearly 20% say DOCSIS 3.1’s upgrades have made DOCSIS 4.0 less urgent

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