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Evolution and trends of optical networks#

Netnod Tech Meeting 2026 digest Program Core pick 6 October 2026

Recording

Speakers: not listed in the program.

Play the recording: Evolution and trends of optical networks

  • Why: Optics are a core PM interest, and a dedicated trends talk is the cheapest way to recalibrate assumptions about coherent pluggables, DCI economics, and where the transport market is heading.
  • What: A survey of current evolution and trends in optical networking. (from title only)
  • How: Unknown; trend talks at operator meetings typically span coherent DSP generations, pluggable vs. line-system trade-offs, and DC/WAN interconnect economics — treat those as the likely territory, not confirmed content.
  • Where applicable: Broadly applicable to DC/WAN interconnect planning; watch whether the framing is carrier-transport-centric or DC-centric, since that changes which trends transfer.