Telefónica CTO: IPoDWDM automation is a ‘must’ for AI-era networks
Cayetano Carbajo Martin tells the OFC 2026 Network Operator Summit that open interfaces and SDN-led autonomy are no longer optional as the operator targets Level 4 network maturity.
OFC 2026: Nokia sets aggressive optical roadmap as hyperscale demand reshapes networks
At OFC 2026, Nokia used its executive briefing to make one message clear: the centre of gravity in networking has shifted decisively toward optical, and the company intends to lead that transformation through scale, integration and an accelerated innovation cycle.
OFC 2026: Optical startups emerge to tackle AI infrastructure bottlenecks
OFC panel discusses nanosecond switching, coherent DSPs, and co-packaged optics as incumbents struggle with radical innovation.
OFC 2026: OpenLight enters 3.2T era with first volume production orders
Heterogeneously integrated platform delivers sub-0.63 pJ/bit efficiency as NewPhotonics becomes first customer to reach volume production.
