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Broadcom Delivers Industry’s First 51.2-Tbps Co-Packaged Optics Ethernet Switch Platform for Scalable AI Systems

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

The product integrates eight silicon photonics based 6.4-Tbps optical engines with Broadcom’s best-in-class StrataXGS® Tomahawk®5 switch chip.

Key Points: 
  • The product integrates eight silicon photonics based 6.4-Tbps optical engines with Broadcom’s best-in-class StrataXGS® Tomahawk®5 switch chip.
  • The optical interconnect is critical for both front-end and back-end networks in large scale generative AI clusters.
  • Today, pluggable optical transceivers consume approximately 50% of system power and constitute more than 50% of the cost of a traditional switch system.
  • “Our partnership with Broadcom to design systems with highly integrated co-packaged optics will enable a more power efficient future network.

Coherent Corp., Juniper Networks and Marvell Deliver Public Demonstration of Industry-First Comprehensive 800ZR System at OFC’24

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Monday, March 25, 2024

This industry-first solution highlights significant progress in transport technology and the constant innovation, promising a new benchmark of capabilities and efficiencies.

Key Points: 
  • This industry-first solution highlights significant progress in transport technology and the constant innovation, promising a new benchmark of capabilities and efficiencies.
  • These clusters are connected to internet resources, using 800ZR coherent solutions (router/transceiver systems).
  • The high optical output power enables IP-over-DWDM in DCI and metro/regional networks with transmission distances up to 1000 km at 800G.
  • The Juniper Networks 800G PTX10002-36QDD Packet Transport Router ™ represents a next-generation, cloud-optimized routing platform, built upon Juniper's Express 5 ASIC.

Nubis to Showcase Award-Winning 1.6Tbps Optical Module Optimized for ML/AI Clusters at OFC 2024

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

The company will be showcasing its uniquely scalable XT1600 module made possible by a novel 2D optical-fiber array and highly integrated high-speed silicon photonics.

Key Points: 
  • The company will be showcasing its uniquely scalable XT1600 module made possible by a novel 2D optical-fiber array and highly integrated high-speed silicon photonics.
  • Live demonstrations of the XT1600 carrying Ethernet and PCIe Gen 6 signals will be shown in Nubis’ meeting room MR5510 during Exhibit Hall hours from March 26 – 28.
  • The Nubis optical engine can also be seen operating PCIe Gen 6 traffic with Alphawave Semi’s PipeCORE PHY with PiCORE Controller in both the Nubis room and Alphawave Semi’s room MR5617.
  • Award: Nubis Communications will receive its award from Lightwave Innovation Review in a ceremony on March 25 at 17:00.

Ayar Labs to Showcase Optical Interconnect Solutions to Redefine AI Infrastructure at OFC 2024

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

“The explosive growth of AI models is breaking the back of existing infrastructure – traditional interconnect technology simply can’t scale to the cost and throughput multi-modal AI systems will require,” said Mark Wade, CEO & co-founder of Ayar Labs.

Key Points: 
  • “The explosive growth of AI models is breaking the back of existing infrastructure – traditional interconnect technology simply can’t scale to the cost and throughput multi-modal AI systems will require,” said Mark Wade, CEO & co-founder of Ayar Labs.
  • “Our in-package optical I/O solution gives customers the performance and energy efficiency they need as they build out their next-generation AI infrastructure.
  • Two examples Ayar Labs will be highlighting at OFC:
    Corning Glass Waveguide Module: Ayar Labs and Corning Incorporated have teamed up to develop a next-generation AI advancement.
  • They have created an optical leadership solution by coupling Ayar Labs' TeraPHY optical I/O chiplets with Corning’s glass waveguide module, bringing advanced optical capabilities to the AI ecosystem.

IDTechEx Discusses AiP Market Dynamics: Drivers and Challenges in 5G and 6G

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

BOSTON, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Antenna-in-package (AiP) technology is essential for high-frequency telecommunications, as it enables the integration of antennas with RF components directly into semiconductor packages, unlike traditional discrete antennas. This advancement, tailored for mmWave applications and potentially extending into the sub-THz spectrum for 6G, promises much smaller footprints and enhanced performance.

Key Points: 
  • More discussion regarding AiP technology can be found in IDTechEx's report, " Antenna in Package (AiP) for 5G and 6G 2024-2034: Technologies, Trends, Markets ".
  • Overview of AiP for 5G and 6G market and challenges:
    The AiP market is directly linked with the 5G mmWave and future 6G markets, as AiP is expected to be utilized in all 5G mmWave-based stations and 5G-enabled electronics like smartphones.
  • IDTechEx's market report, "Antenna in Package (AiP) for 5G and 6G 2024-2034: Technologies, Trends, Markets", delves into AiP technologies for 5G mmWave and 6G, focusing on various substrate types and packaging methods.
  • 10-year granular market forecast of:
    To find out more about the IDTechEx report, "Antenna in Package (AiP) for 5G and 6G 2024-2034: Technologies, Trends, Markets", please visit www.IDTechEx.com/AiP .

IDTechEx Discusses AiP Market Dynamics: Drivers and Challenges in 5G and 6G

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

BOSTON, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Antenna-in-package (AiP) technology is essential for high-frequency telecommunications, as it enables the integration of antennas with RF components directly into semiconductor packages, unlike traditional discrete antennas. This advancement, tailored for mmWave applications and potentially extending into the sub-THz spectrum for 6G, promises much smaller footprints and enhanced performance.

Key Points: 
  • More discussion regarding AiP technology can be found in IDTechEx's report, " Antenna in Package (AiP) for 5G and 6G 2024-2034: Technologies, Trends, Markets ".
  • Overview of AiP for 5G and 6G market and challenges:
    The AiP market is directly linked with the 5G mmWave and future 6G markets, as AiP is expected to be utilized in all 5G mmWave-based stations and 5G-enabled electronics like smartphones.
  • IDTechEx's market report, "Antenna in Package (AiP) for 5G and 6G 2024-2034: Technologies, Trends, Markets", delves into AiP technologies for 5G mmWave and 6G, focusing on various substrate types and packaging methods.
  • 10-year granular market forecast of:
    To find out more about the IDTechEx report, "Antenna in Package (AiP) for 5G and 6G 2024-2034: Technologies, Trends, Markets", please visit www.IDTechEx.com/AiP .

CDNetworks Bolsters Its Presence in Latin America as Regional Traffic Reaches Tbps-Level Milestone

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

SINGAPORE, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a landmark move signaling its bullish outlook on digital transformation, CDNetworks, the APAC-leading network to deliver edge as a service, announces a strategic expansion of its investments across Latin America. This initiative aligns with the company surpassing the Tbps internet traffic milestone in the region, reinforcing confidence in its strategic investments to expand its network infrastructure and enhance its security framework.

Key Points: 
  • Witnessing the Burgeoning Growth of Media & Entertainment Consumption, CDNetworks Envisions Infusing Renewed Vitality into Latin America's Internet Landscape.
  • SINGAPORE, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a landmark move signaling its bullish outlook on digital transformation, CDNetworks, the APAC-leading network to deliver edge as a service, announces a strategic expansion of its investments across Latin America.
  • This initiative aligns with the company surpassing the Tbps internet traffic milestone in the region, reinforcing confidence in its strategic investments to expand its network infrastructure and enhance its security framework.
  • This investment differentiates CDNetworks as one of the few edge service providers capable of building a rich array of its own PoPs in Latin America.

CDNetworks Bolsters Its Presence in Latin America as Regional Traffic Reaches Tbps-Level Milestone

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

SINGAPORE, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a landmark move signaling its bullish outlook on digital transformation, CDNetworks, the APAC-leading network to deliver edge as a service, announces a strategic expansion of its investments across Latin America. This initiative aligns with the company surpassing the Tbps internet traffic milestone in the region, reinforcing confidence in its strategic investments to expand its network infrastructure and enhance its security framework.

Key Points: 
  • Witnessing the Burgeoning Growth of Media & Entertainment Consumption, CDNetworks Envisions Infusing Renewed Vitality into Latin America's Internet Landscape.
  • SINGAPORE, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a landmark move signaling its bullish outlook on digital transformation, CDNetworks, the APAC-leading network to deliver edge as a service, announces a strategic expansion of its investments across Latin America.
  • This initiative aligns with the company surpassing the Tbps internet traffic milestone in the region, reinforcing confidence in its strategic investments to expand its network infrastructure and enhance its security framework.
  • This investment differentiates CDNetworks as one of the few edge service providers capable of building a rich array of its own PoPs in Latin America.

Marvell Extends 1.6T Connectivity Leadership With Industry's First PAM4 Optical DSP Integrating 200 Gbps Electrical and Optical Interfaces

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Monday, March 25, 2024

SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRVL), a leader in data infrastructure semiconductor solutions, today announced Marvell® Nova 2, the industry's first 1.6 Tbps PAM4 optical DSP featuring 200 Gbps electrical and optical interfaces to meet the escalating performance demands of accelerated infrastructure, generative AI, and high-performance computing.

Key Points: 
  • Marvell also announced that the flagship Nova optical DSP, a 1.6 Tbps device with 100 Gbps electrical and 200 Gbps optical interfaces announced last year, is now generally available.
  • The Nova family leverages four generations of proven industry leading PAM4 optical DSP technology from Marvell.
  • Key features of the Nova 2 electro-optics platform include:
    200 Gbps per lane line-side receiver with companion Marvell TIAs, providing best-in-class linearity and low noise
    The Marvell 1.6T Nova 2 optical DSP with 200 Gbps electrical and optical interfaces is sampling in the second quarter of 2024 to select customers.
  • The Marvell 1.6T Nova optical DSP with 100 Gbps electrical and 200 Gbps optical interfaces is generally available.

CANARIE, ESnet, GÉANT, and Internet2 Unveil Highest Capacity Transoceanic Connectivity for Research and Education

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Internet2, in a joint effort with CANARIE, the Energy Sciences Network (ESnet), and GÉANT, announced today a major expansion of 400 gigabits per second (Gbps) transoceanic circuit capacity dedicated to transferring research and education (R&E) data. As part of the Advanced North Atlantic (ANA) collaboration, this marks a significant achievement in high-speed connectivity between North America and Europe, supporting data-intensive science globally.

Key Points: 
  • The joint effort adds three 400 Gbps spectrum circuits between exchange points in the U.S., U.K., and France.
  • The collaboration among CANARIE, ESnet, GÉANT, and Internet2 to leverage the new subsea infrastructure started in 2020, following an R&E community-driven proposal to modernize and augment intercontinental connectivity to support research.
  • With the addition of the new circuits, the combined capacity of the ANA collaboration's trans-Atlantic network is now 2.4 Tbps.
  • "Being among the first to deliver spectrum-based 400 Gbps transoceanic connections dedicated to research and education is a truly pioneering achievement," said James Deaton, vice president of Network Services at Internet2.