UTStarcom debuts optical circuit switching prototypes for AI data centers at CIOE 2026

PUBT · 1d ago
UTStarcom debuts optical circuit switching prototypes for AI data centers at CIOE 2026
  • UTStarcom showcased concept prototypes of an optical circuit switching platform for AI data centers at CIOE 2026.
  • Hybrid architecture targets lower latency and packet loss in AI clusters by shifting heavy traffic to reconfigurable all-optical paths.
  • Company positioned the technology as a route to lower power use, cooling demand, rack footprint, and optical transceiver requirements.
  • Prototypes include 64x64-radix silicon photonics and MEMS-based systems, supported by SONiC-based software with an SDN controller for automation.
  • Management framed the event as validation of customer interest, with plans to continue investment toward a production-ready OCS portfolio.


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