A Maryland photonics startup, WiConnectGlobal Corp. develops silicon-photonics optical interconnects and photonic chiplets for AI infrastructure, high-performance computing and next-generation data centers. Its CMOS-compatible, fabless approach combines integrated laser-comb architectures with electronics and packaging to create dense, energy-efficient connections between chips and systems. The company is a member of the NVIDIA Inception Program and Silicon Catalyst Accelerator and holds issued U.S. patents.
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Ciena CorporationCiena Corporation builds high-speed connectivity technology for the networks that carry today’s cloud, data-center, and AI traffic. Based in Hanover, Maryland, the company combines optical and IP networking systems with automation software and professional services, including hands-on network transformation and deployment support. Its work ranges from compact data-center interconnects to long-distance and submarine links, while its people-first culture emphasizes collaboration with customers, partners, and communities.HANOVER, MD
Combined Semiconductor, IncKnown for working with Indium Phosphide since 1998, Combined Semiconductor is a photonics company developing U.S.-based manufacturing access for customers who have traditionally lacked open foundry options. Its team is building a domestic facility for photonic devices, with optical packaging performed on-site for AI and other high-demand applications.334413JAMISON, PA
AIM PhotonicsEstablished through a 2015 cooperative agreement with the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, AIM Photonics is a federally supported manufacturing innovation institute focused on strengthening integrated photonics manufacturing in the United States. Operating as a program of NY Creates, it gives companies, universities, and government researchers access to shared infrastructure for developing and prototyping silicon photonic circuits. Its work also includes building the specialized workforce needed for domestic photonics manufacturing.ALBANY, NY
Calient.AI, IncFor more than two decades, Calient.AI has built pure photonic optical circuit switches that connect fiber networks without converting data from optical to electrical signals. Its S320 platform uses 3D MEMS technology for flexible, protocol-independent switching in data centers and service-provider networks, and the company has shipped more than 1 million ports. Executive Chairman and CEO Arjun Gupta has been associated with Calient since its inception.ITHACA, NY