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Partner POV | Scale-across networking: Unlocking AI factory scale with optical innovation
At the 2026 Optica Executive Forum and OFC event in Los Angeles, scaling was a central theme. From networks and data centers to advanced computing and XPU (GPU or TPU) clusters and optical supply chains, the industry discussed how to meet rapidly growing demands for AI infrastructure.
Partner POV | Get ahead of the quantum threat with a quantum-safe network strategy
Imagine a team of elite spies slipping past the most sophisticated security systems in a high-stakes TV drama. Now picture the same covert force—this time using quantum computers—silently harvesting today's encrypted data to crack it tomorrow. Just as the 1980s series MacGyver turned a paperclip into a warhead diffuser, today's quantum machines could turn our strongest-encrypted secrets into easily read content.
Partner POV | AI-ready healthcare starts with solid network infrastructure
Healthcare and life sciences organizations are moving quickly to adopt AI, digital care models and data-driven medicine. How ready is their critical network infrastructure?
Connecting Distributed Data Centers: What's Changing in Optical Transport
AI-driven traffic is reshaping how operators connect distributed data centers. Here's what's new in converged IP/optical, OLS and coherent pluggables.
Partner POV | Closing the AI Divide: How Power Utilities Can Make the Difference
Modern optical technology helps power utilities bring AI and digital services to rural markets and boost revenue with DCI-MOFN.
Partner POV | Ask EDA: AIOps built for network engineers
What if your network could talk? What if troubleshooting didn't mean wading through CLI outputs and dashboards? What if network alarms could explain themselves?
Nokia Event-Driven Automation (EDA) is turning these questions into real features. We just announced an AIOps-driven future for data center networking, and the future is bright for network teams.
Partner POV | The secret ingredient to scalable networks: Intent-based networking in higher-ed
Picture the high-stakes intensity of a MasterChef kitchen. Each ingredient meticulously selected, each cut executed with precision, every dish a testament to perfection. The judges' eyes, unwavering, demand nothing less than excellence. There is no room for error.
Partner POV | Optical transport technology advancements for utilities
Earlier this year, I blogged about the increasing demands on the power grid and how communication networks can help power utilities ensure reliable, secure service delivery. Adding power generation and distribution capacity is a significant undertaking, and utilities should complement it with a communication network that monitors, controls and secures the grid with ease.
Partner POV | How thin transponders help you get more from coherent pluggables
In life, we sometimes face choices where neither option is perfect and both require trade-offs. Imagine you're choosing between two cars: one is a fuel-efficient compact car with excellent mileage but low horsepower, and the other is a powerful sports car that delivers thrilling performance but consumes far more fuel.
Partner POV | Optical Networks Provide AI-Ready Grid Communications
As we enter mid-2025, it's interesting to take a fresh look at the landscape for power utilities and the communication networks they use. Coming away from several days at the UTC 2025 Telecom and Technology Conference in Long Beach, California, it struck me that the trends we saw just a year ago are even more in focus.
Partner POV | A History Of Beating Optical Limits Is Our Best Hope For The Future
The demand for bandwidth has been a constant drumbeat for decades, and the rise of AI is putting it front and center once again. Optical technologies will play a key role in data center interconnect for tasks like training machine learning models, as well as interconnect to edge clouds and on-premises servers that for latency reasons, need to do inferencing locally.
Top 5 Trends in Optical Networking
The optical landscape can be a rapid changing environment, and keeping pace can be an intimidating journey. Let us unwind this evolving puzzle for you.
Introduction to Optical Networking
This video series provides a comprehensive overview of optical networking, exploring fiber optics, WDM, DWDM add/drop multiplexers, and optical transceivers. Participants will gain insights into light propagation, network applications, WDM technology, and transceiver performance, enabling them to understand fiber optic cables, network architectures, and make informed decisions about network deployment and optimization.
Introduction to Optical Networking - Optics and Transponders
Explore the fascinating world of optics and transponders. Discover how optical components and devices are used to transmit and receive light signals. Learn about the role of transponders in converting electrical signals into optical signals and vice versa, enabling seamless communication over long distances.
Introduction to Optical Networking - DWDM Add/Drop Multiplexers
Discover the essential role of DWDM Add/Drop Multiplexers (ADMs) in fiber optic networks. Learn how these devices selectively add or remove specific wavelength channels from a high-speed optical signal. Explore the benefits of ADMs, including network flexibility, efficient resource management and scalability.
Introduction to Optical Networking - Optical Use Cases
Explore the diverse applications of optical technology in this insightful guide. Discover how light is harnessed to solve real-world problems across various industries. From telecommunications and utilities to manufacturing and education, learn about the innovative ways optical solutions are transforming our world.
Introduction to Optical Networking - Fiber Optic Cables
Dive into the world of fiber optic technology! This comprehensive guide will explore the fundamental principles, components and applications of fiber optic cables. Learn how light is transmitted through tiny glass strands, revolutionizing communication and data transfer. Discover the advantages of fiber optics, including high bandwidth, long distances and immunity to interference.
Introduction to Optical Networking - WDM Overview
Uncover the power of Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) in this informative video. Learn how multiple data streams can be transmitted simultaneously over a single fiber optic cable, each operating at a different wavelength of light. Discover the advantages of WDM, including increased bandwidth, efficient fiber utilization and scalability.
Which Optical Transport Architecture Is Right for You?
There are various transport network architectures, from strictly Layer 1 optical rings to meshed Layer 1 through Layer 3 converged networks. How do you decide? This article provides a high level overview of three different architectures, their typical use cases and benefits.