Amazon multibillion-dollar deal with Corning to power AI data centers

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Amazon is investing billions of dollars in Corning to supply optical fiber for its expanding U.S. data centers, driven by the need for fast connections associated with AI infrastructure.
The agreement with Amazon will create around 1,000 new jobs at Corning’s North Carolina factories and extend Corning’s training program for fiber optic technicians.
This deal and other recent commitments highlight the growing demand for high-speed fiber optics due to AI’s increasing compute requirements.
The agreement represents a critical milestone for Corning, which is experiencing revitalization and significant growth in its fastest-growing optical communications business.
As hyperscalers and AI labs expand, they are increasingly turning to onshoring their manufacturing steps to meet growing demand, aligning with the Trump administration’s push towards an onshore AI supply chain.

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