
Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard
Engineer and serial entrepreneur credited as the inventor of the cable modem and a leader in establishing DOCSIS standards; author of The Accidental Network about the broadband revolution.
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Oct 12, 2025 • 1h 1min
Inventing The Future With Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard - TWMJ #1005
Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard, engineer and serial entrepreneur known as the 'father of the cable modem,' revolutionized internet access with his work on broadband technologies. He discusses the skepticism he faced while transforming cable technology and highlights his decision to adopt open standards to benefit the industry. Rouzbeh reflects on the moral implications of innovation and emphasizes the importance of accessibility, arguing that broadband should be treated as a human right. His insights into the balance between profit and societal benefit are both timely and thought-provoking.

Sep 15, 2025 • 56min
586: Father of the Cable Modem Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard on Innovation and the Global Broadband Transformation
Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard, founder of LANcity and acclaimed as the 'father of the cable modem,' shares his inspiring immigrant journey and groundbreaking work in broadband technology. He reveals how he overcame skepticism and financial challenges to revolutionize the industry with his vision of high-speed connectivity. Yassini-Fard discusses the crucial importance of prototypes and execution over mere financial backing in today's tech landscape. He emphasizes the need for open standards and resilience while navigating the transformative impacts of AI on society.


