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Joanna Stern

Author of upcoming book “I AM NOT A ROBOT” and Tech Columnist at The Wall Street Journal

Joanna Stern is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and one of the most respected voices in personal technology today. As a senior personal technology columnist for The Wall Street Journal, she blends deep reporting with creativity, producing columns and videos that make complex topics accessible and entertaining. Her upcoming book, I AM NOT A ROBOT, explores the impact of AI on daily life by chronicling a year in which she let artificial intelligence infiltrate nearly every aspect of her world. Throughout her career, Joanna has earned numerous honors, including Gerald Loeb Awards for her innovative journalism.

Join us at CableLabs Tech Summit 2026

Connect and strategize with fellow industry experts on topics that will shape the future of connectivity

Westminster, CO

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About the conference

Influence the Direction of the Industry Together

Join us at CableLabs Tech Summit 2026 — where strategy meets execution. Built around the Technology Vision, CableLabs Tech Summit is where the broadband industry comes together to align on the most critical areas shaping the future of connectivity — from strategic direction to technical execution, vendor collaboration and peer exchange.

Sessions are private, practical and designed to move ideas into action, helping the industry accelerate innovation and scale what works.

CableLabs Tech Summit builds upon the successful format of its predecessor, CableLabs Winter Conference.

Westin Westminster

Westminster, CO

Why Attend

An Event With Impact

  • Explore the Industry’s Technology Vision

    Delve into the technologies that define this strategic framework.​

  • Connect With Fellow Experts

    Engage in strategic discussions and exchange ideas with leaders in the field.​

  • Future-Proof Your Networks

    Acquire essential insights to prepare your networks for upcoming challenges and opportunities.​

What’s in store at Tech Summit 2026

Keynote Speaker

Joanna Stern on Technology, People & Progress: What the Future of Connectivity Means for Everyone

Joanna Stern, author of the upcoming book “I AM NOT A ROBOT” and award-winning WSJ technology columnist, will take the stage for an insightful, forward-looking keynote that blends storytelling, journalism and real-world tech trends to challenge how we think about the networks of tomorrow.

Joanna Stern

Lock in your spot — and a YETI

Fuel your innovation (and your caffeine habit) with this exclusive gift* — available only to early registrants.

  • 20 oz. Rambler tumbler with MagSlider lid
  • Double-wall vacuum insulation — keeps drinks hot or cold for hours
  • Built-to-last, 18/8 kitchen-grade stainless steel construction
  • Cupholder compatible and dishwasher safe

*Must register by January 31, 2026; available on-site at badge pickup only
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Relive the Innovation

A Look Back at Last Year’s Event

Last year, our event brought together brilliant minds and inspiring moments that set the stage for what’s next. From tech showcases to industry collaboration, it was a celebration of innovation and community.

Watch the highlight video now to experience the energy and excitement from the event, formerly known as Winter Conference 2025.

Industry Professionals

Featured Speakers
Please note: Updates will be made leading up to the event.

April 27-29, 2026

Conference Agenda

Please note: Updates will be made leading up to the event.

Times shown below are Mountain Daylight Time (MDT).

  • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Opening Reception & Exhibit Hours
  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
    Breakfast
    9:00 am - 10:00 am
    Opening Session & Keynote
    10:10 am - 11:05 am
    6 GHz, Your Way: Upgrading The Outside Plant for Flexibility
    You Can’t Solve End-to-End Alone: How AI and Network Interfaces Power the Intelligent Home
    11:15 am - 12:00 pm
    Mobile Optionality Leveraging HFC: Technical and Economic Realities
    Optimizing the In-Home Wi-Fi Experience for Subscribers
    12:10 pm - 1:30 pm
    Exhibit Hours, Lunch and Networking
    12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
    Broadband Lunch - Network Modeling, Investment and Strategy for the Experience Era
    1:30 pm - 2:25 pm
    HFC Evolution: From DOCSIS® 4.0 Technology to 3 GHz and Beyond
    From Concept to Market: Seamless Connectivity Service and Mobile Optionality
    2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
    Cryptographic Resilience: The Next Chapter for DOCSIS® Network Security
    Customer Self-Install: Pain Points and Best Practices
    3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
    Navigating Washington: Policy Forces Shaping the Broadband Industry
    4:45 pm - 5:00 pm
    Closing Comments
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Exhibit Hours and Reception
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
    After Dinner Drinks and Dessert (Location: The Lake House at Westin)
  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am
    Breakfast
    9:00 am - 10:00 am
    Opening Session & Keynote
    10:10 am - 11:05 am
    Paving the Way for FTTP Networks That Scale
    Defense Against the Dark Arts: Residential Proxies and the Cost to Operators
    11:15 am - 12:00 pm
    Heterogeneous Networks and Evolution Sequencing
    Autonomous Networking: Transforming Operations and Customer Experiences
    12:10 pm - 1:30 pm
    Exhibit Hours, Lunch and Networking
    1:30 pm - 2:25 pm
    Revolutionizing Customer Experience with Intelligence at the Edge
    Wi-Fi, Thread and Matter: The Connected Home Ecosystem
    2:35 pm - 3:20 pm
    AI-Ready Broadband: Turning Networks Into Intelligent Platforms
    Differentiating on Reliability: How to Measure, Maximize and Message It
    3:30 pm - 4:25 pm
    The Hollow Advantage: How Air-Core Fiber Transforms Access & Edge Intelligence
    Cutting Edge Applications Enabled by Low Latency
    4:35 pm - 5:00 pm
    Closing Session

Register Now to Attend This Exclusive Event

Venue

Westin Westminster
10600 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CO

Cost

CableLabs Member: $450

CableLabs Vendor: Please visit the exhibitor page for details

Have additional questions?

Contact us at
events@cablelabs.com

Pre-conference Event

Smaller Market Conference

Are you a small or mid-tier operator? Join us April 27, 2026 for this pre-conference event hosted by CableLabs and NCTA – The Internet & Television Association. Available for CableLabs members and NCTA guests; separate registration required.