The release of 100G ZR coherent QSFP28 transceivers from Nokia, Cisco and others promises to accelerate the already rapid shift from traditional core network designs to optical and packet converged architectures.

This year's SReXperts conference showcased Nokia's focus on enabling AI solutions and enriching their solution portfolio.

Buckle up for a ride on the data highway! This article explores how optical networks are innovating in 2024 to handle the explosion of bandwidth needs. Expect increased core data transmissions with the increased usage of 5G, XGS-PON, DOCSIS 4.0 and AI. We will also speak towards more flexible and powerful networks thanks to open systems and 800G/1.2T. Finally, learn how AI is optimizing these networks for efficiency and sustainability.

The Nokia event once again painted a picture of what the future holds for IP and optical networks.

ONUG Fall 2023 gave WWT Experts the opportunity to connect with hundreds of Vendors, Partners, clients, and community members. In this blog, we share our insights from the New York City event.