ams OSRAM advances its proven EVIYOS microLED technology to next-gen slow-and-wide AI optical interconnects, demonstrating ultra-low-power at high speed and moving toward product development “We industrialized microLED arrays at scale with EVIYOS™ for highly pixelated automotive forward lighting. As the leader in Digital Photonics, we are now leveraging this expertise to tackle a key bottleneck of AI infrastructure — the power required for data links between and within AI server racks,” said Aldo Kamper, CEO of ams OSRAM. ...

A collaborative team of researchers from MediaTek, Microsoft Research, and other suppliers have successfully designed a next-generation Active Optical Cable (AOC) powered by miniaturized MicroLED light sources. This revolutionary design of an Active MicroLED Cable can significantly improve power efficiency in data centers compared to current technologies. The use of an Active MicroLED Cable would also deliver high-reliability like copper but at a much farther reach. Today’s data center networks compromise between reach, power, and reliability. Electrical...

Avicena, the pioneer in microLED-based optical interconnects, today announced the LightBundle™ eKit, the industry’s first evaluation platform for microLED optical connectivity using ASIC-based transceivers with integrated LED, photodetector (PD) and micro-lens arrays connected via a multi-core fiber bundle. The kit enables hyperscaler, AI accelerator, high-bandwidth memory (HBM), networking, and AI infrastructure architects to evaluate next-generation optical links designed to overcome the bandwidth, reach, routing and energy limitations of copper inter...

According to TrendForce’s latest “Gold+ Member Report: Global LED Market Demand and Supply Database and LED Industry Quarterly Update,” memory price hikes are expected to further dampen shipments of consumer electronics in 2026, suppressing global consumer demand. Nonetheless, momentum from Micro/Mini LEDs, UV/IR LEDs, automotive lighting and displays, and agricultural lighting applications is set to drive growth in the LED industry in 2026. Overall, the LED market is slated to reach USD 12.176 billion in 2026. 1. Micro LED...

Marvell Technology, Inc., a leader in data infrastructure semiconductor solutions, and Mojo Vision, the high-performance micro-LED platform company, today announced a long-term collaboration to develop a new class of optical interconnect solutions to power the next wave of high-performance AI data center infrastructure. Today’s rapidly growing AI workloads are beginning to stretch the limits of traditional data center I/O infrastructure. To support these evolving needs, data center architects are looking for ways to more seamlessly connect large arrays of XPUs and...

microLEDs: from headlamps to the data center When we think about the evolution of AI technology, developments in machine learning and large language models come readily to mind, as do the latest graphics processing units (GPUs), high-bandwidth memory (HBM), and exotic semiconductor technologies such as chiplets and heterogeneous integration. But car headlamps? Automotive lighting is not usually seen as an inspiration for the next big thing in AI. Interestingly however, high-tech ‘adaptive beam’ front lights are proving the reliability and scalability of a ...

TCL CSOT, a global leader in advanced display technologies and TCL Technology subsidiary, debuts its next-generation display innovation at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026. Under the theme "Super Pixel Beyond Limits," the company debuts its Super Pixel technology alongside major Inkjet-printed OLED (IJP OLED) advancements and a full portfolio of next-generation displays. These innovations reflect the APEX philosophy, prioritizing human-centric benefits and sustainability over pure specifications to inspire future possibilities. &q...

JBD, a global leader in MicroLED microdisplay technology, today unveiled “Griffin,” an automotive-grade MicroLED projection platform. The launch extends JBD’s proven AR near-eye display expertise into the automotive domain, reflecting a strategic step toward enabling next-generation human–vehicle interaction experiences. Automotive-Grade MicroLED Module Schematic As vehicles become more intelligent and interactive experiences grow more seamless, communication between the vehicle and people is becoming a core pillar of smart mobility. ...

The rapid rise of generative AI is driving continuous growth in demand for high-speed data transmission in data centers. Copper cable solutions, traditionally used for short-distance intra-rack interconnects, are increasingly facing challenges in both transmission density and energy efficiency. By comparison, Micro LED co-packaged optics (CPOs) offer significantly lower energy consumption per bit of data transmission. TrendForce estimates that the technology could reduce overall power consumption to just 5% of that of copper cable solutions, positioning it as a promising opt...

Ahead of Valentine's Day, LLVision's Leion Hey2 AR Translation Glasses gained widespread national exposure across more than 15 television and radio programs throughout the United States, becoming one of the most recommended gifts for cross-cultural couples and multilingual families. The national broadcast momentum follows Leion Hey2's debut at CES 2026, where the device drew attention from multiple technology media outlets as the world's first AI-powered professional AR translation glasses designed to make conversations feel more natural rather than ...

MediaTek, a leading IC design firm, has for the first time disclosed its strategic layout in the optical communication sector. The company revealed that it has mastered self-developed Micro LED light source technology and utilized it to develop a new active optical cable (AOC) solution. MediaTek is expected to officially showcase this technology at the Optical Fiber Communication Conference (OFC) this April. The solution developed by MediaTek primarily focuses on active optical cables. These products are designed for short-distance, high-speed interconnects...

15x30 µm² 6V FlexiNOVA microLEDs assembled on a 400 µm pitch backplane Aledia, a pioneer in next-generation microLED technology, announced today the commercial availability of FlexiNova, its patented high-voltage microLED platform designed to unlock scalable, energy-efficient Direct-View microLED displays for global markets. This product release marks a world-first industrial milestone: the successful manufacturing of 3D Nanowire based microLEDs operating at 6V, with an ultra-compact 15 µm × 30 µm single body chip size, m...

faytech Tech Co., Ltd, a leading innovator in interactive display solutions, and AUO Corporation, a global leader in display technologies, today announced a powerful new hardware collaboration with Napster, an innovation company powering the next generation of embodied and agentic AI. The partners will showcase Napster Station, a first-of-its-kind Transparent Micro-LED Kiosk, at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026. This pioneering product represents a significant leap forward in interactive digital experiences. It merges cutting-edge display technology with ...

CEA-Leti today demonstrated a co-packaged microLED and organic photodetector (OPD) architecture that enables optical sensing functions. This solution paves the way to integrate sensing capabilities directly within a microLED display, without compromising display performance. The work, presented in the Photonics West paper, “Co-Packaging of Organic Photodetector with MicroLED Matrix for Multifunctional Display Bio-Application", validates a system-level approach combining device design, electronics, and modeling for multifunctional display applica...

Dexerials Corporation (Headquarters: Shimotsuke-shi, Tochigi; Representative Director and President: Yoshihisa Shinya; hereinafter, “Dexerials”) will be participating in SPIE Photonics West, the world's largest exhibition in the photonics field. This event will be held in San Francisco, USA, from Tuesday, January 20 through Thursday, January 22, 2026. SPIE Photonics West is the largest exhibition in the photonics industry, including optical semiconductors in this exhibition. At our booth (Booth 3587), we will showcase optical semiconductor...

AUO Mobility Solutions participated in CES 2026 in Las Vegas under the theme “Together, We Drive The New Era.” During the event, the team presented three strategic focus areas—Visual, Computing, and Connectivity—showing how these strengths collectively support the future of smart mobility. Guided by AI‑driven innovation and software‑defined vehicle trends, the demonstrations introduced advanced technologies and immersive cockpit experiences that resonated with attending customers. During the sessions, AUO Mobility Solutions streng...

Tianma, a leading global manufacturer of flat panel displays, is presenting a 108-inch 4K Micro-LED display featuring the world’s first all-laser mass transfer process to a glass-based LTPS TFT backplane – a significant step forward for achieving efficient Micro-LED manufacturing. Demonstrations at CES 2026, West Hall Meeting Rooms (W323) will be available by appointment only. Tianma’s 108″ 4K Micro-LED Display features Tianma’s all-laser mass transfer process – from wafer to carrier to glass-based LTPS backplan...

Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, showcases a full-scenario smart home ecosystem at CES 2026, demonstrating how advanced display technologies and AI-powered home appliances come together to enhance everyday life. Designed around real-life home scenarios, Hisense's CES booth brings premium large-screen entertainment together with intelligent kitchen, air, and laundry solutions. Large-screen TVs anchor shared family moments, while AI-enabled appliances demonstrate how technology integrates seamlessly into everyday living. Als...

CARUX and PIONEER have combined their strengths in vision and sound, and will unveil their latest innovations at CES Las Vegas, January 6–9, 2026. At N225, CARUX will showcase cutting-edge, vision-oriented innovations. At W3527, PIONEER will demonstrate the future of automotive sound experiences. “Together, they express the meaning of “Pioneering in-Car User eXperience” while making our first combined steps”, says Jim Hung, Chairman of CARUX. In the show, CARUX’s centerpiece is a fully integrate...

Tianma, a leading global manufacturer of flat panel displays, will present a comprehensive portfolio of next-generation display technologies at CES 2026, featuring more than 60 advanced technology demos. Exhibiting in the West Hall Meeting Rooms (W323), Tianma is presentinginnovations spanning automotive cockpit and HUD solutions, advanced large-format displays, and cutting-edge smartphone AM-OLED technologies. Demonstrations will be available by appointment only. In Advanced Display Solutions, Tianma is presenting a 108-inch 4K Micro-LED display featurin...

Advancing Automotive Display HMI and Micro LED Innovations to Deliver Next-Generation Interactive Experiences AUO, a global leader in display technology, announces that its newly established subsidiary, AUO Mobility Solutions, will participate in CES 2026 in Las Vegas, January 6-9. Under the theme “Together, We Drive the New Era,” the company will showcase its three strategic focus areas—Visual, Computing, and Connectivity—delivering a winning formula for next-generation smart mobility. Committed to deep co-creation with indus...

VueReal, a leader in micro-device integration and MicroLED industrialization, today announced the next generation of EcoVue™ Technology—a MicroLED display platform engineered to overcome the long-standing challenges of cost, power consumption, and manufacturability that have limited MicroLED adoption in smartwatches and other wearable devices. EcoVue™ is a portfolio of technologies developed by VueReal to address the cost, performance, scalability, and power-consumption barriers that have historically constrained MicroLED in wearables. Origin...

VueReal and Flex-N-Gate today announced a collaborative next-generation brake-light prototype that showcases how MicroLED technology can enable more dynamic, context-aware vehicle signaling. Together, our teams collaborated to design and produce a next-generation brake-light prototype that showcases the future of automotive lighting. By combining Flex-N-Gate’s extensive expertise in high-quality automotive lighting systems with VueReal’s MicroSolid Printing™ platform for MicroLED lighting, we created a demonstrator that highlights how MicroLE...

TCL Technology recently announced that its subsidiary TCL CSOT had successfully acquired an 80% equity stake—along with creditor rights—in Prima. This transaction marks TCL CSOT’s formal entry into the LED chip segment. It represents a critical step toward completing a vertically integrated supply chain spanning from LED chips to Mini LED video wall applications. This acquisition underscores the increasing trend of brand owners and panel manufacturers venturing into the upstream LED chip market. Since 2018, companies like Samsung, AU...

Daktronics (NASDAQ: DAKT), the leading U.S.-based designer and manufacturer of dynamic video communication displays and control systems for customers worldwide, today announced the acquisition of the intellectual property (IP), equipment assets and technical expertise from X Display Company Technology Limited (XDC), a recognized leader in mass-transfer processes and MicroLED (Micro Light-Emitting Diode) technology. Daktronics believes that the acquisition will continue to differentiate Daktronics in all segments of its business, and that it represents anot...

Global MicroLED microdisplay technology leader JBD has officially launched the "Roadrunner I" polychrome projector. As the inaugural product of the new "Roadrunner" series, "Roadrunner I" not only achieves breakthroughs in pixel size and optical efficiency, translating into a substantial advantage in overall form factor, but also elevates the visual experience to a new level and accelerates the popularization of consumer-grade full-color AR smart glasses. Smaller Pixels, Clearer Vision At the core of "Roadrunner I" is a newly...

JBD, a global leader in MicroLED microdisplays, announced that its Hummingbird II polychrome projector has been named a CES Innovation Awards® 2026 Honoree in the XR & Spatial Computing category. The world-renowned CES Innovation Awards program, owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), is an annual competition honoring outstanding design and engineering in 36 tech product categories. Hummingbird II Polychrome Projector Introduced in September, the Hummingbird II is JBD’s latest polychrome projector bu...

LG Electronics USA has unveiled the LG MAGNIT "Active Micro LED" display, its latest innovation in home cinema that incorporates Active Matrix technology for ultra-precise control of every individual pixel. This next-generation model brings exceptional image clarity, contrast and depth, redefining the viewing experience with premium home entertainment. The new display will be launched for the U.S. market at CES® 2026, Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas. The LG MAGNIT Active Micro LED display represents LG's premium MAGNIT lineup....

According to TrendForce’s “2025 Micro LED Display and Non-Display Application Market Analysis” report, Micro LED has gradually begun to land in various display applications and penetrate the market. Benefiting from continuous optimization of key manufacturing processes and yields improving for large displays, the launch of new AR glasses and smart-watches, and increasing adoption in automotive applications, the market momentum is expanding. As a result, Micro LED chip revenue is expected to grow significantly, reaching USD 460.8 million by 2029. ...

CEA-Leti is launching a multilateral program on microLED technology for ultra-fast data transfer, with a particular focus on accelerating artificial intelligence (AI) growth. The lab- to-fab initiative draws on the institute's deep expertise in microLED process technology. The three-year initiative was announced today at SEMICON Europa in Munich. Set to begin in January 2026, it aims to engage manufacturers of microLEDs, optical fibers, photodiodes, and interconnects, as well as chipmakers, system integrators, and hyperscalers. “Over the past deca...