SCTE TechExpo25 kicks off today! Leaders in technology, policy, and network infrastructure are gathering at the Washington Convention Center to shape the future of connectivity.
At the center of the event, NCTA is presenting The Continuum — a 10,000-square-foot interactive exhibit where broadband technology and policy converge.
Headliners on day one
The day begins with keynote sessions and panels with some of the industry’s most influential leaders— and you can watch it all via livestream on the Tech Expo’s homepage. Featured speakers include:
- Cory Gardner, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association
- Maria Popo, President & CEO, SCTE
- Phil McKinney, President & CEO, CableLabs
- David Watson, CEO, Connectivity & Platforms, Comcast
- Charlie Herrin, President, Technology & Product, Connectivity & Platforms, Comcast
- Brendan Carr, Chairman, Federal Communications Commission
- Arielle Roth, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information, NTIA
Monday technology policy sessions in The Continuum
NCTA’s Continuum Stage will have a robust lineup of technology policy discussions. All of these sessions will be livestreamed on NCTA’s YouTube channel— here’s the lineup for the day to tune into:
- Relentless Innovation: A Look at Today’s Platform of Possibility and Futuristic Vision for Tomorrow (12:05–12:25 PM)
Experts from NCTA, Comcast, CableLabs, and Charter Communications will introduce the key themes of The Continuum and highlight the technologies that are helping America connect and thrive in the next internet era.
- FCC Fireside: In Conversation with the Commissioners – Part A (12:30–1:00 PM)
Commissioner Anna Gomez joins Russ Hanser of NCTA for a discussion on broadband policy, cybersecurity, spectrum allocation, competition, and media regulation.
- FCC Fireside: In Conversation with the Commissioners – Part B (1:00–1:30 PM)
Commissioner Olivia Trusty continues the conversation with Russ Hanser on the pivotal regulatory and legislative issues shaping the cable industry in 2025.
- The Future of Broadband Policy and BEAD Program Implementation (1:40–2:25 PM)
A discussion with broadband leaders from Minnesota, Kentucky, and Georgia on BEAD program progress, public-private partnerships, and best practices to ensure connectivity goals are met.
- Spectrum Part A: Old and New Spectrum Paradigms – A View from Policymakers (2:50–3:20 PM)
Robin Colwell of the National Economic Council shares the Administration’s spectrum policy priorities and how emerging service models like shared spectrum and unlicensed use can support continued growth.
- Spectrum Part B: New Spectrum Paradigms and the Promise of Seamless Connectivity (3:20–3:50 PM)
Panelists from Broadcom, the University of Notre Dame, and John Deere discuss how new spectrum approaches — including Wi-Fi and CBRS — are driving real-world applications in enterprise, education, and industry.
- A View from the Hill Top (4:00–4:45 PM)
Senior congressional staff will examine legislative and regulatory priorities influencing broadband deployment, spectrum access, and consumer protection.
Inside The Continuum
Throughout the day, attendees can explore The Continuum’s six themed portals — from Relentless Innovation to Immersive Entertainment — and discover interactive demonstrations that showcase how broadband providers are investing in America’s digital future. From AI-powered networks to resilient infrastructure, the exhibit illustrates how technology and smart policy converge to keep America connected.
