SAN JOSE, Calif., March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- POET Technologies Inc. ("POET" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: POET), a leader in integrated photonics solutions for artificial intelligence networks, and Lessengers, a developer of advanced optical connectivity technologies, today announced the joint development of a 1.6T 2×DR4 optical transceiver module designed for next-generation AI clusters and hyperscale data center networks. The effort combines POET’s highly integrated optical engines, built on its Opti ...

Core Insights - POET Technologies Inc. has partnered with Lessengers to develop an 800G DR8 transceiver aimed at AI and hyperscale data center applications [1][2] - The transceiver will utilize POET's optical engines and Lessengers' Direct Optical Wiring technology, providing a cost-effective solution [1][4] - Samples of the transceiver are expected to be available for customer review in the second half of 2025 [2] Company Overview - POET Technologies specializes in high-speed optical modules and light source products for AI systems and hyperscale data centers [5] - The company’s Optical Interposer technology allows for the integration of electronic and photonic devices into a single chip, resulting in lower costs and reduced power consumption [5] - POET's products are scalable for high production volumes and address challenges in various applications, including 5G networks and autonomous vehicle sensing [5] Partnership Details - The collaboration with Lessengers is described as a perfect partnership that leverages both companies' innovative capabilities in optical technology [3] - Lessengers' DOW technology complements POET's optical engines, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness for transceiver customers [4][6] - Both companies are showcasing their technologies at the Optical Fiber Communications Conference in San Francisco [4]