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  2. Companies are deploying GW-scale computing centers and advancing high-speed optical technology for AI infrastructure.

GlobalFoundries Gains Demand for Optical Modules as AI Standards Shift to 200Gbps

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GlobalFoundries is currently experiencing robust demand for its optical modules manufactured in China. This demand is being driven by the industry-wide shift in data standards from 100 to 200 gigabits per second per lane. GlobalFoundries is responding by expanding its manufacturing presence in China to better serve local clients amid a global data centre construction boom.

From thenews.com.pk

Why it matters

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The increased appetite for Chinese-made optical modules is helping GlobalFoundries push its investment in photonics technology. The company is supplying these modules to major US hyperscalers, including Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta Platforms, which are scaling up their AI data centres.

Companies are deploying GW-scale computing centers and advancing high-speed optical technology for AI infrastructure.

From thenews.com.pk

Who's involved

  • GlobalFoundriesGlobalFoundries is a key supplier of optical modules and silicon photonics technology.
  • NvidiaNvidia is incorporating silicon photonics into its chips to manage high-bandwidth requirements.
  • MetaMeta is utilizing optical connectivity standards for its AI data centre infrastructure.
  • AmazonAmazon is one of the US hyperscalers benefiting from the market shift.
  • MicrosoftMicrosoft is involved in scaling up AI data centres using advanced optical connectivity.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • GlobalFoundriesSpeculative

    GlobalFoundries could see its core business bolstered by sustained market demand for its optical modules in the high-growth AI infrastructure sector.

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