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Samsung is reportedly considering acquisitions in silicon photonics as it seeks to enter the photonic integrated-circuit market next year. The technology uses light for some data connections, which could help meet the bandwidth and energy demands of AI chips and data centres.
Why it mattersSammyGuru, citing Korean outlet MTN, says Samsung initially plans to sell wafers made using 300mm processes. An acquisition is under consideration, not a confirmed deal; the reported plan is a signal of Samsung’s ambitions, not proof it has closed the gap with established rivals.
Discuss: Would an acquisition give Samsung a credible shortcut into silicon photonics, or is execution in manufacturing and packaging the harder test?
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