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March 17, 2025
2050 Project Survey Report: 2025 Edition
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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Insights
Transformation of Cable Industry in DOCSIS 4.0 Era
Findings from fifth-annual HFC evolution study highlight an increase in the number of technology options and competitive pressure since the introduction of DOCSIS 4.0 specifications in 2019
Read Press ReleaseATX Networks, Harmonic, Hitron Selected for Mediacom’s DOCSIS 4.0 Customer Launch in Illinois, Showcasing Industry-Leading Innovation and Collaboration
This launch will allow Mediacom to deliver symmetrical multi-gigabit speeds to consumers and and further demonstrate the versatility of the hybrid-fiber coaxial (HFC) network in place today.
Read Press ReleaseThe 2050 Project Survey Results & Analysis – 2025 Edition
Listen to the replay to gain insight on findings from this year’s 2050 Project Survey Report, featuring ATX’s outside plant experts
Watch WebinarBluepeak Partners with ATX for Next-Gen Evolution of Broadband Network
Mid-tier MSO upgrades HFC network with ATX's 1.8GHz-capable amplifiers, taps and passives
Read Press ReleaseWhy Next-Gen Nodes & Amps are the ‘Intelligent’ Option for All HFC Networks
Learn how advances in automation and intelligence can help MSOs improve operational efficiency and increase network reliability
Watch WebinarFinding Your Next-Gen Node Platform
Get your checklist for uncovering if your current HFC nodes are built for the future
Watch Webinar ReplayATX to Demonstrate Two-Way Communications Capabilities of Next-Gen 1.8GHz Amplifiers at SCTE TechExpo24
Discover how ATX is increasing network reliability and operational efficiency
Read Press ReleaseIntroducing GigaXtend Orchestrator: The Abracadabra App
Discovery why the GigaXtend Orchestrator configuration app for 1.8GHz-capable amplifiers and nodes is on everybody’s wish list for optimizing technician time.
Read BlogShould DOCSIS 3.1E Impact Your Next HFC Amplifier Purchase?
Learn about tradeoffs to consider when thinking of extending DOCSIS 3.1 vs. futureproofing the HFC network for DOCSIS 4.0.
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