Smarter, not faster: AI infra’s sobering effect on fiber strategy
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AI data centers want dense, predictable east–west traffic more than raw long-haul speed, which is forcing fiber players to rethink where and how they build. If you’re planning AI-heavy regions, coordinate with carriers early — backhaul and lateral capacity may be your hidden bottleneck.
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