KISTA, Sweden, June 3, 2026 – Sivers Semiconductors is working with GlobalFoundries to integrate its laser arrays into GF silicon photonics reference designs for AI infrastructure. The collaboration places Sivers’ light-source technology into optical connectivity architectures such as co-packaged optics (CPO), linear pluggable optics (LPO), and other data center interconnect solutions.
The work is based on GF’s silicon photonics process technology and supports next-generation optical sub-assemblies and light engine architectures. Sivers’ laser arrays will also be available in GF’s Silicon Photonics co-packaged Advanced Light Engine (SCALE) platform.
GF’s SCALE CPO design combines integrated photonic devices, coarse and dense wavelength-division multiplexing (CWDM, DWDM), and advanced packaging support. These elements are used to address bandwidth density and system scalability requirements in optical connectivity for AI infrastructure
“The rapid expansion of AI workloads and hyperscale data center architectures demand advanced photonics technologies that deliver higher bandwidth, improved energy efficiency, and scalable optical connectivity,” said Raymond Biagan, CRO at Sivers Semiconductors. “Our collaboration with GlobalFoundries positions both companies at the leading edge of silicon photonics innovation.”
“GlobalFoundries continues to see strong momentum for silicon photonics solutions as AI data center architectures evolve toward higher bandwidth density and improved power efficiency,” said Vikas Gupta, senior fellow, silicon photonics product line at GlobalFoundries. “Pairing Sivers Semiconductors’ laser array technology with our silicon photonics and SCALE CPO platforms provides our customers with advanced, scalable optical engine solutions for high-bandwidth co-packaged optics and optical interconnects.”
Source: GlobalFoundries
About Sivers Semiconductors
Sivers Semiconductors, based in Kista, Sweden, develops and markets integrated chips and modules for satellite communications, 5G and 6G wireless networks, and optical communications. Operating through its Photonics and Wireless divisions, the company serves industries including telecommunications, defense, aerospace, industrial sensing and data centers. Its laser and RF beamforming technologies support high-speed connectivity and improved energy efficiency in AI data centers, satellite networks and telecom systems.
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries is a semiconductor foundry that provides advanced manufacturing services for integrated circuits. It offers a range of technologies, including CMOS, RF, embedded memory, silicon photonics, and FinFET, catering to automotive, communications, defense, data center, industrial, and consumer electronics applications. Founded in 2009 after being spun off from AMD, GlobalFoundries has over a decade of experience delivering tailored semiconductor solutions. The company supports fabless chipmakers with design enablement, IP services, and process technologies to accelerate innovation and meet global demand. Headquartered in Malta, New York, it operates manufacturing sites in the U.S., Germany, and Singapore. The company develops technologies for emerging markets, supporting digital applications that demand energy efficiency and reliable performance.