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SMART Photonics and GF launch unique photonics foundry
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Fusion42 · 3 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
SMART Photonics and GlobalFoundries have launched the first open-access foundry combining silicon and indium phosphide photonics, targeting AI data centres, optical transceivers, and LiDAR, with availability planned for late 2027. This initiative aims to lower production costs and accelerate market timing while supporting European photonics industry autonomy.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Photonics & Optics, and 3 sources have reported it between 21 Sep 2026 and 3 Oct 2026.
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You now can access integrated photonics combining lasers and silicon in one platform without building your own integration process. This foundry service opens a quicker path to market and cost savings if you develop photonics for AI or optical networks.
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3 sources · first reported 21 Sep 2026 · latest 3 Oct 2026
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