As AI technology continues to advance, the fiber requirements for data centers are rapidly evolving to meet the growing demand for high-capacity, low-latency connectivity. What was once a predictable standard has seen a dramatic surge, with fiber needs multiplying several times. Hyperscalers, facing massive data volumes and uncertainty around AI adoption speeds, are overprovisioning infrastructure to avoid being caught unprepared.

This dramatic shift highlights the critical role of scalable, high-performance networks in powering the next generation of AI innovation. But it also exposes a potential bandwidth gap in the U.S., where current infrastructure risks falling short. 

The solution? Doubling down on building long-haul fiber networks at scale. It’s the only way to ensure data centers have the connectivity needed to deliver the speed, efficiency, and reliability that organizations demand.