NTT's Seminar on IOWN APN: Advancing Towards APN Step 3 in 2026

Upcoming Seminar on IOWN APN Expansion

A seminar titled "Further Expansion of IOWN APN" is scheduled for February 6, 2026, hosted by NTT Corporation's Network Service Systems Research Institute. Led by Project Manager Fujihiko Tamura, this event promises to delve into the significant advancements and future potential of IOWN's All-Photonics Network (APN).

Seminar Details

- Date & Time: February 6, 2026, from 1 PM to 3 PM (JST)
- Format:

- In-person at the Kioi Forum, 4-1 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Live streaming via Zoom Webinar
- Archived sessions available for two weeks for on-demand viewing

Focus of the Seminar

Since its inception in 2019, the IOWN concept, driven by NTT, aims to create a robust optical infrastructure with high capacity, low latency, and minimal power consumption. The APN became commercially available in 2023 as APN IOWN 1.0, offering bandwidth-guaranteed services with speeds up to 800 Gbps between user sites.

As the digital landscape evolves with rapid advancements in AI and diverse user demands, NTT is committed to developing APN Step 3, which will enhance optical connectivity on demand across extensive areas. This approach is essential to meet emerging needs across industries. During the presentation, key topics will include:
1. Current status of the IOWN vision and the All-Photonics Network (APN)
2. The envisioned future of APN Step 3
3. Technologies supporting APN Step 3
4. Efforts towards standardization
5. Expansion through proof-of-concept trials
6. Future outlook
7. Q&A session and networking opportunities

About NTT Corporation

NTT Corporation is an innovative telecommunications company that focuses on advancing its network infrastructure. By leading significant projects like the IOWN, NTT aims to shape future digital ecosystems effectively.

Attend and Learn!

This seminar is a must-attend for professionals looking to keep pace with the groundbreaking developments in optical networks and understand the implications of these technologies for the future of connectivity. Don't miss your chance to engage with industry experts and broaden your knowledge in this fast-evolving field!

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