As a pioneer of innovative F5G/F5G Advanced (F5G-A) solutions, Huawei has continually explored the potential of fiber to build faster, multi-dimensional sensing and more sustainable networks that can meet the demands of industrial developments. We examine three trends that Bob Chen, President of Huawei Optical Business Product Line, shared at Global Optical Summit 2024, to find out what is in and what is out, and how that may shape tomorrow’s optical networks. Trend 1: Fiber-in, Copper-outAs carbon neutrality goals are formulated worldwide, optical fibers are becoming increasingly favored over…