Verimatrix, setting the standard in content security technologies that enhance the value of pay-TV networks, announced that Falcon Broadband has selected the Verimatrix Video Content Authority System (VCAS) to provide digital video content security over the carrier's IP network. Falcon plans on launching the new IPTV service in Q2 2007 when it has completed its dedicated fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) IP network in the Colorado marketplace.

Falcon is a competitive local-exchange carrier (CLEC) that is unique in its ability to sell any combination of Internet service, traditional phone service, voice over-IP service, cable television, wireless networks and FTTH networking services. These attractive bundling options have enabled the company to effectively compete against larger communications providers in a rapidly-evolving market. Integrating VCAS with its IPTV platform ensured Falcon access to premium digital video channels that it will offer to its subscribers.

"Content security was a big piece of the puzzle for our IPTV service in order to gain access to the best content," said Randy DeYoung, president and CEO of Falcon Broadband. "Verimatrix was an easy decision for us because of its innovative approach to content security, the straightforward integration and technical support, and most importantly, the fact that we can easily grow into the solution as we gain new subscribers."

"Falcon Broadband is one of the pioneers that is shaking up the traditional pay-TV environment," said Steve Oetegenn, EVP of Global Sales and Marketing. "Customers are increasingly demanding new entertainment choices at competitive prices, and Falcon has the network to offer it all. We are happy to be working with Falcon to enhance the TV viewing experience in Colorado now and in the future."

VCAS was designed from the ground up for two-way and hybrid networks. Cryptographic and e-commerce technologies proven on the Internet, including PKI and X.509 certificates, enable VCAS to offer a more sophisticated level of content protection than traditional smartcard-based systems. Devices and systems within media delivery networks are encrypted and authenticated in order to identify security breaches and unauthorized network users.