SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- POET Technologies Inc. ("POET" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: POET), a leader in the design and implementation of highly-integrated optical engines and light sources for artificial intelligence networks, today announced it has partnered with NTT Innovative Devices Corporation, a subsidiary of Japan’s leading telecom company, to develop advanced optical engines to power next generation networks capable of supporting widespread use of artificial intelligence app ...

Core Insights - POET Technologies Inc. has appointed Dr. Ghazi M. Chaoui as Senior Vice President of Global Manufacturing and Digital Transformation to enhance its manufacturing capabilities in Malaysia [1][2] - The company has established POET Technologies Sdn. Bhd. as a wholly owned subsidiary in Malaysia, with full production capacity expected to be operational this quarter [3][4] - POET focuses on high-speed optical modules and engines for AI systems and hyperscale data centers, utilizing its patented Optical Interposer technology for efficient integration of electronic and photonic devices [4] Company Developments - Dr. Chaoui brings nearly 40 years of experience in manufacturing and supply chain management, having held key roles in various technology companies [2][3] - The company aims to meet the high demand for 800G and 1.6T transceivers required by hyperscalers and AI cluster operators [2] - POET's manufacturing operations in Penang, Malaysia, are set to enhance the company's ability to deliver optical engines to customers efficiently [3][4] Technology and Market Position - POET's Optical Interposer platform allows for lower-cost, lower-power, and smaller-sized optical products that are scalable to high production volumes [4] - The company is positioned to address bandwidth and latency challenges in AI systems through its novel light source products for chip-to-chip communication [4] - POET's technology also addresses integration challenges in 5G networks and various applications such as autonomous vehicle sensing [4]