UC Irvine Develops 140 GHz Wireless Transceiver to Compete with Fiber-Optic Speeds
DEFENSEDATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
Engineers at UC Irvine have developed a wireless transceiver that processes data at 120 gigabits per second, nearing fiber-optic speeds, using an innovative silicon chip architecture. Funded by the U.S.
Department of Defense, this technology operates in the 140-gigahertz range and enhances energy efficiency by eliminating the need for power-intensive digital-to-analog converters. The advancement is poised to facilitate the transition to 6G and FutureG protocols, potentially transforming communication in portable devices and data centers.

Jan 24, 2026, 6:00 AM