Fibre optics stories

Tyler Vander Ploeg named Vice Chair of fibre consortium as industry body steps up education and standards work amid rising network demand.

ADLINK launches Nvidia Thor-powered edge AI platforms to drive safer, real-time robotics, medical imaging and autonomous machine deployments.

MicroCare appoints Dr Uwe Wanner to lead global R&D strategy as it targets growth in precision cleaning and advanced fluid technologies.

MicroCare key account manager Tyler Vander Ploeg has been elected Vice Chair of TIA's Fibre Optics Technology Consortium in its 32nd year.

MicroCare will unveil its Sticklers Pro360° touchless fibre connector cleaner at OFC 2026, targeting denser, more sensitive optical networks.

AEM has launched FiBLU, an app-native fibre tester that turns smartphones into the main interface for certification, reporting and collaboration.

Fluke Networks launches CertiFibre Max test set to speed high-density fibre certification in AI-driven data centres and cloud networks.

Photonics could be key to cutting Europe's soaring AI energy demands and emissions as a new report warns current tech cannot meet growth sustainably.

DE-CIX launches a global AI Internet Exchange, enabling secure, low-latency connections for real-time AI inference across 60 locations worldwide.

Elevate enhances fibre MPO expertise with advanced Senko training and a multi six-figure investment in a new UK facility, boosting data centre connectivity.

CommScope has unveiled the Propel XFrame solution, a modular, compact fibre frame aimed at transforming high-performance data centre management.

Fibreplus partners with VIAVI Solutions to distribute fibre optic testing instruments in the UK, enhancing services with a fully-equipped repair centre and expanded hire fleet.

Infinera's simulated network evaluations with Telstra InfraCo's optical fibre demonstrated unprecedented capacity for long-distance routes, promising enhanced connectivity.

HUBER+SUHNER unveils upgraded Global Navigation Satellite System that provides precise time synchronisation; an asset for businesses, trading firms and banks, reducing data errors.

VIAVI Solutions introduced the first entirely automated probe microscope to its fibre optic testing solutions. The INX 760 speeds up inspection, boosting field operation efficiency.

Infinera announces commercial availability of a superior, next-gen multi-haul optical line system on its GX Series, boasting top-tier adaptability and efficiency for large-scale operators.

Bluebird Network has completed an ambitious fibre optic river crossing beneath the Mississippi, connecting St Louis and Illinois. The move enhances connectivity and preserves local history.

Critical infrastructure firms can align geospatial designs across planning, design, and construction teams to dramatically improve deployment efficiency.

Kao Data appoints David Bloom as new Chairman to steer strategic growth in UK and Europe. Bloom brings extensive experience in technology and data centres.

Covering financial all-optical data centre interconnect and financial all-optical campus scenarios, the solution helps upgrade finance communication networks.