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Ciena says AI demand outpaces optical chip supply

Ciena CEO Gary Smith says AI-driven demand exceeds supply for the company's optical networking chips, affecting buyers seeking capacity.

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    Ciena CEO Gary Smith says AI demand is outpacing supply for Ciena's optical networking chips.

    per Techmeme (L2)

Not confirmed

The size of the shortfall, current lead times and when supply may catch up are not confirmed.

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