Converge Taps Ribbon to Deploy Cutting-edge Optical Networking Technology
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) is partnering with Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: RBBN) to implement Ribbon's Apollo optical networking system in the Philippines. This collaboration will enhance Converge's backbone network capacity from 800 Gbps to 1.2 Tbps per channel, tripling the capacity needed for hyperscale applications. The upgrade utilizes Ribbon's 5nm - 140Gbaud transmission chipset, offering superior performance, energy efficiency, and heat management.
Converge CEO Dennis Anthony Uy emphasized that this technology will meet the increasing demand for large-scale capacity amid surging data consumption and cloud-native applications. The implementation includes Ribbon's Muse SDN Domain Orchestration for network optimization. This advancement is expected to result in significant power and cost savings for Converge while improving network reliability, data transfer speeds, and scalability.
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) sta collaborando con Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: RBBN) per implementare il sistema di rete ottica Apollo di Ribbon nelle Filippine. Questa collaborazione aumenterà la capacità della rete backbone di Converge da 800 Gbps a 1,2 Tbps per canale, triplicando la capacità necessaria per applicazioni hyperscale. L'aggiornamento utilizza il chipset di trasmissione 5nm - 140Gbaud di Ribbon, che offre prestazioni superiori, efficienza energetica e gestione del calore.
Il CEO di Converge, Dennis Anthony Uy, ha sottolineato che questa tecnologia risponderà all'aumento della domanda di capacità su larga scala in un contesto di crescente consumo di dati e applicazioni cloud-native. L'implementazione include la Orchestrazione del Dominio SDN Muse di Ribbon per l'ottimizzazione della rete. Questo progresso dovrebbe comportare significativi risparmi in termini di energia e costi per Converge, migliorando al contempo l'affidabilità della rete, le velocità di trasferimento dei dati e la scalabilità.
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) se está asociando con Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: RBBN) para implementar el sistema de red óptica Apollo de Ribbon en Filipinas. Esta colaboración ampliará la capacidad de la red backbone de Converge de 800 Gbps a 1,2 Tbps por canal, triplicando la capacidad necesaria para aplicaciones hyperscale. La actualización utiliza el chipset de transmisión de 5nm - 140Gbaud de Ribbon, que ofrece un rendimiento superior, eficiencia energética y gestión del calor.
El CEO de Converge, Dennis Anthony Uy, enfatizó que esta tecnología satisfará la creciente demanda de capacidad a gran escala en medio del aumento del consumo de datos y las aplicaciones nativas en la nube. La implementación incluye la Orquestación del Dominio SDN Muse de Ribbon para la optimización de la red. Se espera que este avance resulte en ahorros significativos de energía y costos para Converge, mejorando a la vez la fiabilidad de la red, las velocidades de transferencia de datos y la escalabilidad.
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG)는 필리핀에서 Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: RBBN)의 Apollo 광통신 시스템을 구현하기 위해 파트너십을 맺었습니다. 이번 협력을 통해 Converge의 백본 네트워크 용량은 800 Gbps에서 1.2 Tbps per 채널로 증가하여 하이퍼스케일 애플리케이션에 필요한 용량이 세 배로 늘어납니다. 이 업그레이드는 Ribbon의 5nm - 140Gbaud 전송 칩셋을 활용하여 뛰어난 성능, 에너지 효율성 및 열 관리를 제공합니다.
Converge의 CEO인 Dennis Anthony Uy는 이 기술이 데이터 소비 및 클라우드 네이티브 애플리케이션의 급증 속에서 대규모 용량에 대한 증가하는 수요를 충족시킬 것이라고 강조했습니다. 구현에는 네트워크 최적화를 위한 Ribbon의 Muse SDN 도메인 오케스트레이션이 포함됩니다. 이 발전은 Converge에 상당한 에너지 및 비용 절감 효과를 가져오고, 네트워크 신뢰성, 데이터 전송 속도 및 확장성을 향상시킬 것으로 예상됩니다.
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) s'associe à Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: RBBN) pour mettre en œuvre le système de réseau optique Apollo de Ribbon aux Philippines. Cette collaboration renforcera la capacité du réseau backbone de Converge, passant de 800 Gbps à 1,2 Tbps par canal, triplant ainsi la capacité nécessaire pour des applications hyperscale. La mise à niveau utilise le chipset de transmission 5nm - 140Gbaud de Ribbon, offrant des performances supérieures, une efficacité énergétique et une gestion de la chaleur.
Le PDG de Converge, Dennis Anthony Uy, a souligné que cette technologie répondra à la demande croissante de capacité à grande échelle face à la consommation de données en plein essor et aux applications cloud-natives. L'implémentation comprend l'Orchestration du Domaine SDN Muse de Ribbon pour l'optimisation du réseau. Cette avancée devrait entraîner d'importantes économies d'énergie et de coûts pour Converge tout en améliorant la fiabilité du réseau, les vitesses de transfert de données et l'évolutivité.
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) arbeitet mit Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: RBBN) zusammen, um das Apollo-Optiknetzwerk-System von Ribbon auf den Philippinen zu implementieren. Diese Zusammenarbeit wird die Backbone-Netzwerkkapazität von Converge von 800 Gbps auf 1,2 Tbps pro Kanal erhöhen, was die für Hyperscale-Anwendungen benötigte Kapazität verdreifacht. Das Upgrade nutzt den 5nm - 140Gbaud-Übertragungschip von Ribbon und bietet überlegene Leistung, Energieeffizienz und Wärmeverwaltung.
Converge-CEO Dennis Anthony Uy betonte, dass diese Technologie der steigenden Nachfrage nach großflächiger Kapazität inmitten der explosionsartigen Zunahme des Datenverbrauchs und cloud-nativer Anwendungen gerecht werden wird. Die Implementierung umfasst Ribbons Muse SDN-Domain-Orchestrierung zur Netzwerkoptimierung. Es wird erwartet, dass dieser Fortschritt zu erheblichen Energie- und Kosteneinsparungen für Converge führt und gleichzeitig die Netzwerkzuverlässigkeit, Datenübertragungsgeschwindigkeiten und Skalierbarkeit verbessert.
- Upgrading network capacity from 800 Gbps to 1.2 Tbps per channel
- Implementing energy-efficient and high-performance 5nm chipset technology
- Potential for significant power and cost savings in the long term
- Improving network reliability, data transfer speeds, and scalability
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Converge ICT's adoption of Ribbon Communications' advanced Apollo optical networking technology represents a significant leap in network infrastructure. This 5-nm 140Gbaud transmission chipset significantly enhances data transmission efficiency, expanding capacity from 800 Gbps to 1.2 Tbps per channel. This improvement is important given the increasing data demands driven by cloud-native applications and hyperscale requirements. Importantly, the technology's energy efficiency and heat management capabilities mark it as a sustainable choice, potentially reducing operational costs and environmental impact. Such advancements could set a new benchmark in the Philippine broadband sector, positioning Converge as a leader in delivering high-speed, reliable internet services.
Financially, this collaboration could have positive implications for both Converge ICT and Ribbon Communications. For Converge, the enhanced network capacity and efficiency could attract more high-demand customers, potentially boosting revenue streams. Moreover, the long-term cost savings from energy efficiency and improved network reliability may positively impact profit margins. For Ribbon Communications, this deal not only strengthens its foothold in the Southeast Asian market but also showcases the appeal and effectiveness of its advanced optical networking solutions. This could lead to increased market interest and subsequent revenue growth for Ribbon as other service providers might follow suit.
From a market perspective, Converge ICT's investment in cutting-edge technology could significantly enhance its competitive position in the Philippine broadband market. The ability to offer superior speed and reliability could attract a larger customer base, including enterprise clients requiring robust data transmission capabilities. Additionally, Converge's focus on sustainability and efficiency might appeal to environmentally conscious consumers and organizations, further broadening its market appeal. This strategic move could spur competitors to upgrade their technologies, potentially leading to a wave of innovation within the industry.
Converge is breaking ground on Ribbon's 5 nanometer (nm) - 140Gbaud transmission chipset that will expand its fiber network capacity from its existing 800 Gigabits per second (Gbps) to 1.2 Terabit per second (Tbps) per channel within the network, offering thrice the needed capacity for hyperscale applications that typically require around 400 Gbps.
According to Converge CEO and Co-Founder Dennis Anthony Uy, the said technology will equip its network to meet the increasing demand for large-scale capacity amid the rapid surge in data consumption and acceleration of cloud-native applications and services.
"Ribbon's solution surpasses our stringent requirements for this overlay on our existing backbone, enabling us to set a new standard for innovation. This new technology will bring our customers unprecedented speed and high bandwidth availability amid the growing demand for data-intensive applications," said Uy.
Compared to the existing network technology, Ribbon's 5-nm chipset delivers superior performance, is more energy efficient, and has better heat management capabilities. This makes it one of the most sustainable technology for optical networks available today.
In the long term, these advancements are expected to not only result in significant power and cost savings for Converge but also make its network more efficient as it improves reliability, enhances data transfer speeds, and supports scalability.
Likewise, Converge is also leveraging Ribbon's Muse SDN Domain Orchestration, which provides the necessary toolsets to maximize its network capabilities and ensure peak efficiency with automation, planning, node design, and real-time control.
"We're thrilled to deepen our relationship with Converge ICT with this major new deployment. Coupled with our technology, our local presence and proven round-the-clock after-sales support are key factors in our ability to support Converge ICT as they ramp their network to meet increasing demands for capacity," said Ribbon COO and EVP Sam Bucci.
The network technology adoption is just one of the several investments Converge made over the years to augment its network infrastructure. In 2021, Converge doubled its metro backbone capacity to 800 Gbps from its previous capacity of 400 Gbps.
Recently, Converge also inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with another US-based technology leader Super Micro Computer Inc. to jointly establish AI-powered, green data centers in
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