JFS Laboratory, a Chinese government-backed company, has developed a silicon photonics chip, a first for the country, reports the South China Morning Post.
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Processors with laser-based I/O are expected to have particular advantages over traditional chips with copper interfaces in high-performance applications like AI and HPC
The development of this silicon photonics chip is expected to enhance China's capabilities in semiconductor technology, particularly in areas where high-speed data transmission is essential. Silicon photonics utilizes light instead of electrical signals, which can lead to faster and more efficient data processing . This breakthrough could potentially reduce China's reliance on foreign technology and improve its position in the global semiconductor landscape.
The achievement by JFS Laboratory not only represents a technological advancement for China but also reflects the country's ongoing efforts to bolster its semiconductor industry amid increasing global competition and technological challenges.
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