Light-based communication integrated onto 1 chip, enabling higher data bandwidth for high-performance computing using less energy

https://news.mit.edu/2026/mit-researchers-advance-toward-greater-bandwidth-more-energy-efficient-0630

"overcomes thermal/ physical limitations associated with copper-based interconnects... drastically accelerated data transmission speeds while consuming only fraction of power typically required... next-generation data centers, high-performance computing clusters, and telecommunication networks struggling to meet the energy demands of the AI era. Ultimately, this microchip innovation provides a scalable roadmap toward sustainable, ultra-fast global digital infrastructure without sacrificing performance"

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