Harmonic

https://www.harmonicinc.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonic/

Harmonic, a publicly owned US company founded in 1988, provides network infrastructure for the telecommunications industry. Employing approximately 1,630 people, the company's revenue in 2024 was less than $1 billion. Harmonic operates in two segments: Video, which supplies video processing, production, and playout services to various media companies; and Cable Access, which offers solutions specifically to cable operators.

2024 Revenue

Founded

1988

Headcount

1,628

Headquarters

Primary Segment

Telecoms network infrastructure

Ownership

Publicly Owned

Deployments

136

News Summary:

On September 13, 2025, Harmonic announced a partnership with SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation to modernize its broadcast playout and delivery workflow using Harmonic's Software-Based XOS Advanced Media Processor. This processor provides increased efficiency and enables new business models. A few days later, additional partnerships with Midco and Orbit Showtime Network were revealed, along with the launch of a central management system for a hybrid streaming solution. Another announcement detailed the deployment of Harmonic's XOS Advanced Media Processor by SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation to modernize its broadcast playout and delivery systems, resulting in a 40 percent increase in processing density compared to their previous platform. Finally, a collaboration with Akamai resulted in Akamai Media Services Live 5 (MSL5), powered by Harmonic, which expands capabilities through support for diverse media formats, advanced monetization, and improved viewing experiences.

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Harmonic offers 18 products in the telecoms tech, media tech and connectivity and cloud industries. Harmonic's product portfolio comprises of connectivity infrastructure, video data and analytics, media cloud and storage, video processing and playout, live production, fibre access, enterprise cloud and telecoms network infrastructure.

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Harmonic's revenues were $678.7M in 2024. Caretta Research has split Harmonic's revenue into 16 different product categories, the largest of which is cable access equipment, which represents 54% of Harmonic's revenue.

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Dec

13th

2025

07:44

Partnerships and Alliances, Artificial Intelligence, B2B Tag

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United News Network

Dec

12th

2025

08:53

Emerging Tech

MediaKind to acquire Harmonic’s video business for $145 million

MediaKind said it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Video Business of Harmonic Inc. for about $145 million, a move that will create one of the largest independent SaaS streaming-infrastructure providers globally. The deal will be formally executed after a French employee works council consultation and is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.

Economictimes (in)

Dec

11th

2025

18:30

B2B Tag

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Harmonic

Dec

10th

2025

04:16

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

MediaKind Acquires Harmonic’s Video Business For A Huge Sum Of $145 Milllion

MediaKind has become a leader in cloud-based video streaming technology and has recently partnered with Harmonic Inc. in a deal worth $145 Million. Harmonic Inc. video business will partner with MediaKind. After a predetermined period during which the French employee works council will be in consultation with the other party, a formal purchase agreement will be signed.

Digital Studio

Dec

9th

2025

09:50

Emerging Tech

MediaKind Acquires Video Division of Harmonic

[Translated] MediaKind has announced that it will acquire the video division of US-based provider Harmonic Inc. for approximately $145 million. Following the consultation process with the French works council, the transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2026, subject to the usual regulatory approvals.New Platform for Cloud and AppliancesThe acquisition creates an independent provider of streaming infrastructure, serving both cloud-based SaaS solutions and classic appliance platforms.

Mebucom Germany

Dec

9th

2025

05:05

Emerging Tech

MediaKind and Harmonic’s Video Business to Combine, Creating a Leading Streaming-Infrastructure Platform

Business Wire India Combined business will be the #1 independent comprehensive streaming-infrastructure platform Brings together complementary product teams to drive faster advancement across cloud and appliance technologies Furthers MediaKind’s mission to redefine the future of media and entertainment through advanced video technology MediaKind, a global leader in cloud-based video streaming technology, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Video Business of Harmonic Inc. (NASDAQ: HLIT) for approximately $145 million.

India Shorts

Dec

9th

2025

00:55

Emerging Tech

MediaKind and Harmonic’s Video Business to Combine, Creating a Leading Streaming-Infrastructure Platform

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NewsWire Korea

Dec

8th

2025

20:14

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Harmonic to Sell Video Unit to MediaKind for $145 Million

Key Points Harmonic will sell its video business to MediaKind for $145 million, positioning the company to focus exclusively on broadband technology. The sale supports Harmonic’s vCMTS and fiber expansion strategy as operators advance DOCSIS 4.0 and BEAD-funded deployments.

The Desk US

Dec

8th

2025

18:30

Emerging Tech

Mediakind tunes up a megamerger to become streaming’s new heavyweight

Deal sets the stage for a cloud-and-appliance powerhouse as video tech grapples with its next plot DENVER: Media’s pipes just got a jolt. In a move that could reorder the streaming-infrastructure universe, Mediakind has struck a $145m deal to snap up Harmonic’s video business — a mash-up designed to create the world’s No 1 independent, full-stack streaming-infrastructure player.

IndianTelevision

Dec

8th

2025

18:30

B2B Tag

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Harmonic

Dec

8th

2025

15:13

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

MediaKind to acquire Harmonic’s video business for $145m

The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2026, will combine two established video technology organisations MediaKind is to acquire the video business of Harmonic for approximately $145 million. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions.

Broadcast

Dec

8th

2025

14:55

Emerging Tech

MediaKind and Harmonic’s Video Business to Combine, Creating a Leading Streaming-Infrastructure Platform

MediaKind and Harmonic’s Video Business to Combine, Creating a Leading Streaming-Infrastructure Platform [ DENVER, CO] -- 8 December 2025 – MediaKind, a global leader in cloud-based video streaming technology, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Video Business of Harmonic Inc. (NASDAQ: HLIT) for approximately $145 million.

Streaming Media

Harmonic's customers primarily consist of physical retail and telecoms companies. Examples of Harmonic's customers include Vodafone, The Home Depot and Orange Group. Harmonic has commercial and technical partners like Viavi Solutions, Arqiva and Google. Harmonic has suppliers like Google.

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