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Artificial Intelligence Boom Drives $18 Billion Investment Surge in Light-Based Chips
Eindhoven, Thursday, 15 October 2026.
Artificial intelligence infrastructure has driven over $18 billion in photonic chip investments, accelerating the industry’s shift toward high-volume manufacturing to overcome the physical limits of traditional silicon microchips.
Dutch Consortium Develops Ultra-Precise Sensors for the Einstein Telescope
Maastricht, Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
The SENVIDET consortium has created a working prototype sensor capable of measuring micro-vibrations to one billionth of a meter, safeguarding the Einstein Telescope and boosting chip manufacturing.
ASML Surpasses Expectations as Artificial Intelligence Demand Strains Chip Equipment Supply
Veldhoven, Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
ASML reported record third-quarter 2026 sales of €11.7 billion and €5.0 billion in net income. Unprecedented artificial intelligence demand means planned supply cannot meet customer orders through 2028.