Live ask the expert session | Tuesday, October 27, 11:00am EDT

What do the latest shifts in AI infrastructure, data center distribution, and enterprise AI adoption mean for the future of wave services? How should service providers respond as customers demand greater capacity, lower latency, stronger resiliency, and more flexible service models?

In this interactive 30-minute session, Francisco Sant’Anna, who led our 2026 Wave Services Report, will join Brian Lavallée, Senior Director of Market Intelligence, for a fireside chat to unpack the report’s key findings and answer your questions about what they mean for your network and your customers.

Join to explore:

  • What the latest market numbers and trends reveal
  • What’s driving the accelerated growth of wave services revenue for service providers
  • How the evolution of data centers is shifting network demand
  • What hyperscalers, neoscalers, and enterprises expect from their connectivity providers
  • How communications service providers can position to capture AI-driven demand

Participate live to hear our expert perspective, ask your own questions, and help shape the conversation around what's next for wave services.

Can't attend live? Register to receive the on-demand recording after the session, submit your questions to Ciena experts, and receive a personalized response.