Point2 Technology and Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop and commercialize new high-speed interconnect solutions aimed at improving scalability in AI data centers.
The partnership will focus on next-generation Active RF Cable (ARC) and Near Pluggable e-Tube (NPE) technologies, targeting the growing demand for high-performance, energy-efficient interconnects in hyperscale environments. The two companies plan to introduce Multi-Source Agreement (MSA)-compliant 1.6T and 3.2T pluggable ARCs, based on Point2’s UltraWave RF Transmitter and Receiver System-on-Chips (SoCs). These solutions are intended for in-rack, cross-rack, and switch-to-network interface card (NIC) connectivity.
According to both firms, the technology aims to address the limitations of traditional copper and optical interconnects. Point2’s e-Tube RF technology transmits data over plastic waveguides, extending reach up to 10 times farther than copper while maintaining comparable cost. The company claims the solution delivers three times lower power consumption and up to 1,000 times lower latency than optical systems.
“The collaboration with FIT will support the broader deployment of e-Tube technology as an alternative to conventional interconnect solutions for AI workloads,” said Sean Park, CEO of Point2 Technology. “This partnership will enable hyperscale data centers to expand AI clusters while optimizing for cost, power, and performance.”
Julia Jiang, Vice President of Marketing and Sales at FIT Electronics, said the partnership will contribute to the development of interconnect strategies that are better aligned with the growing performance needs of AI computing. “Our joint efforts aim to provide scalable and cost-effective network connectivity to support next-generation data center infrastructure,” she said.
As part of their commercialization efforts, Point2 and FIT plan to engage in joint marketing initiatives, including participation in industry trade shows and conferences to promote adoption of the e-Tube platform.
