IOWN
Innovative Optical and Wireless Network
A Photonics-based Technology Revolution for Next-Generation Communications
IOWN
Innovative Optical and Wireless Network
IOWN
From Electronics to Photonics: The Future of Network Infrastructure
Innovative Optical and Wireless Network (IOWN) is a next-generation network infrastructure built on photonics and computing technologies, offering high capacity, low latency, and low power consumption.
IOWN drives a transformational shift from electronics to photonics in both networking and computing, founded on a set of core technologies, methodologies, and approaches that collectively enable a secure, connected, immersive, and sustainable future.
Core Components of IOWN®
All-Photonics Network (APN)
Harnessing photonic-based technologies to seamlessly connect everything—from networks to devices.
Digital Twin Computing (DTC)
Merging the physical and digital worlds to enable advanced simulations and future predictions.
Cognitive Foundation (CF)
Orchestrating and managing all connected elements through intelligent, adaptive control.
Why IOWN
Addressing Major Challenges as Digital Era Evolves
Explosive Growth in Data Volume
From 11 ZetaBytes in 2018 to 170 ZetaBytes in 2030 (16 times increase)
Rapid Increase in Electricity Consumption
180 TWh/year 2025 to 2,600TWh/year in 2030 (14 times increase)
Disadvantages due to Distance Becoming Apparent
For example, Telemedicine, autonomous driving
Geographically Distributed Facilities
Data centres and edge nodes spread globally, creating complexity in connectivity and orchestration
The Core Benefit
Higher Transmission Capacity
Enables massive data throughput to support data transmission, real-time analytics, and future-scale connectivity.
Higher Power Efficiency
Drastically reduces energy consumption, making digital infrastructure more sustainable and cost-effective.
Lowered End-to-End Latency
Specifically important for mission-critical applications like remote surgery, autonomous systems, and immersive experiences.
Real-World Impact
IOWN® is transforming business and society — driving innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in diverse sectors.
Finance
Time-sensitive trading, real-time transaction
Healthcare
Remote surgery, telemedicine
Mobility
Autonomous driving
Entertainment
Remote co-production
APN InterLink
All-Photonic Network to Transform Financial Services Industry, in support of IOWN® Initiative
Leveraging ultra-low latency photonics-based connectivity, APN InterLink, launched by NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS and NTT Com Asia, is a cutting-edge connectivity solution designed for the financial services industry in Hong Kong.
With APN InterLink, financial institutions can accelerate their digital transformation and strengthen their foundation for innovation, including collaborative development and AI-driven initiatives.
IOWN: The Sustainable Future
IOWN® empowers a sustainable digital future by dramatically reducing energy consumption, minimizing the carbon footprint of digital infrastructure, and enabling innovations like smart energy grids and green computing—driving sustainability at every layer.
IOWN Global Forum
Driving the Development of the Next Generation Communications and Infrastructure Technology
Powered by 170+ industry-leading organizations worldwide
The IOWN Global Forum is a community of industry-leading organizations from across the globe working together to accelerate the innovation and adoption of photonics-based technologies
