POET Technologies and LITEON Announce Joint Development of Optical Modules for AI Applications

The partnership aims to co-develop next-generation optical communication modules built on POET's patented optical interposer technology.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 11:38am

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POET Technologies Inc. and LITEON Technology, a leading provider of optoelectronic semiconductor components, have announced a strategic collaboration to co-develop next-generation optical communication modules for artificial intelligence networks and high-bandwidth data center applications. The jointly developed optical engine will leverage POET's patented optical interposer technology to integrate optical components, drive electronics, and coupling structures into a compact, thermally optimized module.

Why it matters

The partnership between POET and LITEON combines their respective expertise in photonic integration and precision manufacturing to deliver highly scalable, power-efficient optical solutions that address the rapidly accelerating needs of AI and hyperscale data center customers. This collaboration represents a major step forward in advancing optical connectivity for next-generation architectures.

The details

The optical engine will integrate several optical components, drive electronics, and coupling structures into a compact, thermally optimized module using POET's patented optical interposer technology. This approach enables scalable, cost-efficient production of advanced optical modules for co-packaged optics, AI systems, and high-bandwidth data center applications. POET will begin development work this year and expects to have prototypes ready by late 2026, with high-volume production anticipated for 2027.

  • POET and LITEON announced the partnership on March 16, 2026.
  • POET plans to have prototypes ready by late 2026.
  • High-volume production is anticipated for 2027.

The players

POET Technologies Inc.

A design and development company offering high-speed optical modules, optical engines and light source products to the artificial intelligence systems market and to hyperscale data centers.

LITEON Technology

One of the world's leading providers of optoelectronic semiconductor components and high-power optical systems.

Sander Su

General Manager of the Optoelectronic Products Solutions Business at LITEON Technology.

Dr. Suresh Venkatesan

Chairman & CEO of POET Technologies.

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What they’re saying

“LITEON has long been at the forefront of optoelectronic semiconductor innovation, delivering solutions spanning optoelectronics to high-power AI and HPC infrastructure. By partnering with POET, our capabilities are extended into advanced photonic solutions that will enable the next generation of high-performance connectivity. Together, we aim to provide high-end laser solutions tailored for AI-driven data centers. We look forward to combining our respective manufacturing expertise and technological strengths to deliver exceptional value to customers worldwide.”

— Sander Su, General Manager of the Optoelectronic Products Solutions Business at LITEON Technology (POET Technologies Inc.)

“This collaboration with LITEON is a major step forward in advancing optical connectivity for next-generation architectures. LITEON's leadership in optoelectronics and precision manufacturing perfectly complements POET's integration platform. Together, we are positioned to deliver highly scalable, power-efficient solutions that address the rapidly accelerating needs of AI and hyperscale data center customers.”

— Dr. Suresh Venkatesan, Chairman & CEO of POET Technologies (POET Technologies Inc.)

What’s next

POET is scheduled to attend the 2026 OFC Conference and Exhibition (March 16-19 at the Los Angeles Convention Center) and its representatives will be available for discussions on its products and business development.

The takeaway

The partnership between POET and LITEON combines their respective expertise in photonic integration and precision manufacturing to deliver highly scalable, power-efficient optical solutions that address the rapidly accelerating needs of AI and hyperscale data center customers, representing a major step forward in advancing optical connectivity for next-generation architectures.