上海硅光未来产业集聚区启动建设，打造后摩尔时代“高速引擎”

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the "Silicon Photonics Future Industry Fund Matrix" and the launch of the "Light启天地" project in Shanghai signify a strategic move to foster innovation and development in the silicon photonics sector, which is seen as a transformative technology with vast application potential in various fields [1][3][4]. Group 1 - The "Light启天地" project officially commenced construction in the Pudong New Area, with eight enterprise representatives signing agreements with Zhangjiang Hi-Tech [3]. - The Shanghai Future Industry Fund, in collaboration with eight high-quality market-oriented funds, announced the launch of the Silicon Photonics Future Industry Fund Matrix, alongside the initiation of the silicon photonics concept verification platform [3][4]. - The "Zhangjiang Cup: Silicon Photonics Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition" was also officially launched during the event [3]. Group 2 - Silicon photonics is recognized as a disruptive technology that combines the characteristics of large-scale, high-precision, and low-cost manufacturing of integrated circuits with the advantages of photonic technology, such as ultra-high speed, low power consumption, and high anti-interference capabilities [3]. - The project aims to leverage Shanghai's advantages in design, advanced manufacturing platforms, and strong research capabilities to cultivate an innovative industrial ecosystem and create a distinctive industrial cluster [4]. - The initiative is expected to accelerate the large-scale application of silicon photonics technology in high-speed optical communication and artificial intelligence computing clusters, fostering the emergence of benchmark enterprises and significant achievements [4].