Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO) first established its leadership in co-packaged optics (CPO) in 2021 with the introduction of its first-generation Tomahawk 4-Humboldt chipset. This early entry allowed the company to gain a head start on the CPO supply chain, creating room for innovation and early adoption. The initial chipset featured several groundbreaking technologies, including high-density integrated optical engines, edge coupling, and detachable fiber connectors.Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) Unveils Third-Gen Co-Packaged Optics with 200G/Lane Speed

On the heels of that foundation, Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO) has now unveiled major advancements in its CPO technology with the launch of its third-generation CPO product line, delivering 200G per lane performance. Alongside this breakthrough, the semiconductor company also highlighted the progress of its second-generation 100G/lane CPO products, pointing to notable improvements in OSAT processes, thermal management, handling protocols, fiber routing, and yield performance. Broadcom’s expanding list of publicly announced industry collaborators reinforces the readiness of its CPO platform to support the growing demands of large-scale AI infrastructure, both for scaling out and scaling up.

In addition to solidifying its position as a key technology leader, Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO) has also remained committed to its shareholders. The company has raised its dividends for 14 consecutive years and currently offers a quarterly dividend of $0.59 per share. As of May 18, the stock has a dividend yield of 1.03%.

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