Comcast is deploying Qwilt’s open edge platform in order to support its distributed content delivery network (CDN) in the United States.
According to Elad Nafshi, chief network officer at Comcast, “by deploying distributed access architecture and virtualisation, we are putting the brains of our network closer to customers and paving the way for opportunities like this deployment with Qwilt. We’re tapping into the incredible power of edge compute to build a leading content delivery network that provides incredible benefits to our customers and to the providers who distribute content across our network.”

Comcast noted that Qwilt represents another step in its efforts to transform content delivery quality through innovation. Earlier this summer, the company launched enhanced 4K from Xfinity that combines 4K video delivered over Comcast’s network at its highest bitrate, Dolby Vision HDR, Dolby Atmos spatial audio, and ultra-low latency only seconds behind live action.
Alon Maor, CEO of Qwilt, said: “We’re incredibly excited to collaborate with Comcast, a pioneer of technology innovation in the industry. By leveraging open caching, Comcast utilises its strengths as a major network operator, actively shaping efficient content delivery and broadening avenues for new opportunities within this value chain. This initiative enhances our expansive global edge network, a pivotal stride toward our aim of delivering top-notch digital experiences to every corner of the world, meeting the high expectations of consumers.”

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