Comcast deploy Qwilt’s Open Edge platform
September 24, 2024
Comcast is leveraging edge compute technology to put more computing power closer to consumers to deliver a better Internet experience for applications like streaming and gaming and to develop a standardised platform for providers to distribute their content across Comcast’s network. The company will deploy Qwilt’s Open Edge platform, creating the most distributed content delivery network (CDN) in the US.
“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,” said Elad Nafshi, Chief Network Officer, Comcast. “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.”
As entertainment moves to live streaming, and demand for delivery quality continues to increase, an optimised CDN is foundational to supporting the best user experience, one that is faster, more responsive and in the highest quality possible. Qwilt represents another step in Comcast’s efforts to transform content delivery quality through innovation. Earlier this summer, the company launched enhanced 4K from Xfinity, a first-of-its-kind viewing experience for X1 customers 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. Additionally, for content providers, Comcast’s implementation of a standardized delivery platform increases efficiency, reliability and security of content delivery, all at scale.
“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,” said Alon Maor, CEO, Qwilt. “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.”