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Zayo & Infinera achieve 1 terabit per second transmission milestone
Unified Communications

Zayo & Infinera achieve 1 terabit per second transmission milestone

Zayo and Infinera have achieved a groundbreaking milestone, successfully transmitting 1 Tb/s across a 1,391-kilometre North American route.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025

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RETN deploys 400GbE optics to boost Eurasian network capacity
Network Infrastructure

RETN deploys 400GbE optics to boost Eurasian network capacity

RETN has deployed 400GbE coherent pluggable optics across its Pan-Eurasian IP network, boosting capacity and cutting power use by 40%.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
CommScope unveils Propel XFrame for high-performance centres
Network Infrastructure

CommScope unveils Propel XFrame for high-performance centres

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

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
Precision OT unveils QSFP28 100ZR transceiver for networks
Unified Communications

Precision OT unveils QSFP28 100ZR transceiver for networks

Precision Optical Technologies unveils its QSFP28 100ZR transceiver, offering a cost-effective solution for 100G DWDM interfaces, enhancing network access.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Core-Backbone doubles Germany network capacity with Infinera
Network Infrastructure

Core-Backbone doubles Germany network capacity with Infinera

Core-Backbone upgrades its German network routes with Infinera's GX Series, doubling capacity and cutting power consumption.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
GARR selects Infinera's 800G tech to boost network capacity
Network Infrastructure

GARR selects Infinera's 800G tech to boost network capacity

GARR has chosen Infinera's 800G technology to double the capacity of its optical network, enhancing connectivity for Italy's research institutions and universities.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
CommScope highlights key cabling considerations for AI data centers
Hyperscale

CommScope highlights key cabling considerations for AI data centers

CommScope outlines essential cabling strategies for AI data centres, highlighting how innovative approaches can optimise performance, reduce costs, and support AI growth.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Infinera achieves record fibre capacity in Telstra InfraCo tests
Network Infrastructure

Infinera achieves record fibre capacity in Telstra InfraCo tests

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

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
CommScope's GigaREACH XL doubles reach of corporate Ethernet devices
Network Infrastructure

CommScope's GigaREACH XL doubles reach of corporate Ethernet devices

CommScope launches GigaREACH XL, a groundbreaking solution that doubles the reach of traditional twisted pair Ethernet devices.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
Infinera's updated GX platform promises major network enhancements
Network Infrastructure

Infinera's updated GX platform promises major network enhancements

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Japan-Singapore subsea cable project set to cost USD $1bn
Network Infrastructure

Japan-Singapore subsea cable project set to cost USD $1bn

New Japan-Singapore subsea cable via Malaysia to cost about USD $1bn, boosting Asia data capacity and resilience with 320Tbps link.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jan 2026
Squareroot8 & VIAVI forge Asia-Pacific quantum pact
Unified Communications

Squareroot8 & VIAVI forge Asia-Pacific quantum pact

Squareroot8 and VIAVI sign Asia-Pacific pact to embed quantum-safe security into critical telecom and government networks at the fibre layer.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jan 2026
Future of data networks: AI, optical tech & efficiency
Edge Computing

Future of data networks: AI, optical tech & efficiency

IDS forecasts transformative trends for data networks and storage by 2025, driven by AI advancements and the demand for enhanced connectivity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Transpower partners with Spark for TransGO network upgrade
Unified Communications

Transpower partners with Spark for TransGO network upgrade

Transpower partners with Spark to upgrade the TransGO fibre optic network, enhancing critical infrastructure with improved connectivity, digitisation, and mobility.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Telstra hits 1.6Tb/s data milestone with Ericsson & Ciena
Unified Communications

Telstra hits 1.6Tb/s data milestone with Ericsson & Ciena

Telstra, Ericsson, and Ciena achieve a monumental milestone in fibre optics, transmitting data at 1.6Tb/s over 700km, doubling previous capacity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024
Aston University sets world record in data transmission speed
EduTech

Aston University sets world record in data transmission speed

Aston University researchers shatter data transmission speed record, reaching 402 terabits per second with advanced optical fibre technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024
Constl partners with Ciena to enhance India's digital network
Unified Communications

Constl partners with Ciena to enhance India's digital network

Constl partners with Ciena to boost India's digital network, deploying advanced optical tech to enhance MAN and NLD services, promising up to 1.6T capacity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024