Ciena

In this issue of Network Innovation Insights, we explore the expansion of AI-ready data center networks, how to cut deployment time from weeks to hours with Navigator’s Automated Deployment Optimizer, AI Inference, and more.

Join Ciena at #MWC26 to explore how agentic AI, our multi-domain OSS, multi-layer network control, and programmable infrastructure provide the essential building blocks to make the shift to a truly autonomous network now. Visit our booth for demonstrations— including digital twin for proactive operations, AI-powered lifecycle automation, data center interconnect, and more. Learn more and schedule a meeting: https://bit.ly/4tb2xZU

Trans Pacific Networks (TPN) is deploying Ciena's industry-leading optical solutions to provide high-speed, low-latency digital connectivity across the Asia-Pacific region. With Ciena’s technology powering its Echo and Tabua subsea cables, TPN will be able to deliver terabit wavelengths, maximizing the capacity and efficiency of these critical assets. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gpHHY78a

Congratulations to Ciena’s 2026 #CRN Channel Chiefs in Americas and Global roles! Recognized by CRN for their leadership and dedication to partner success, these leaders reflect Ciena’s strong commitment to our partner ecosystem. https://bit.ly/3Mk3ONJ

Ciena’s Rodney Wilson sits down with REANNZ's Amber McEwen and CANARIE’s Michael Tremblay to explore how national research networks power scientific discovery and global collaboration. They also discuss real‑world AI‑driven applications made possible by high‑performance networks. Listen now: https://bit.ly/4qR5eyp

As networks scale faster and AI-driven demands intensify, legacy on-premises management infrastructure is becoming a hidden constraint. Ciena’s Derek Edmiston explores how a hosted network control model can remove that burden and help teams focus on operating the network—not the IT infrastructure. https://bit.ly/4kqiIyR

Quantum-safe networks are becoming a deployment reality, with current optical infrastructure serving as the foundation. Layer 1 encryption is where quantum resilience begins, highlighting Ciena's 1.6Tb/s quantum-safe encryption solution that implements NIST-certified PQC algorithms straight out of the box. This provides an efficient and scalable way to protect critical in-flight data between locations in the quantum era. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gi6Y44_9

The EU’s NIS2 Directive represents a significant step forward in strengthening cybersecurity across critical infrastructure and essential services. In this blog, Ashley Wyand outlines Ciena’s posture on NIS2 compliance, highlighting how strong cybersecurity programs and proactive risk management strategies ensure operations remain resilient in the face of evolving cyber threats. https://bit.ly/3LZhA8h

AI and blockchain are transforming competitive advantage — but only for those who can move data faster, safer, and smarter. From accelerating model training to securing global ledgers, infrastructure decisions about how you connect sites, systems, and partners can make or break performance. That’s why more leaders are asking: Should we build or buy our network core? Kevin Sheehan, Ciena’s Chief Technology Officer of the Americas dives in with this blog: https://lnkd.in/gH7TeHSE

Once often associated primarily with metro networks, data center interconnect (DCI) spans a wide spectrum of use cases—from campus and backbone to submarine connectivity and now scale-across AI clusters. In this blog, Ciena’s Helen Xenos explores the requirements behind each DCI deployment and how the right technology helps make them work. https://lnkd.in/gSvtF9iK