Would Archimedes say 'Eureka!' if he saw AI and an electro-optic polymer platform? Electro-optic polymers show potential to help artificial intelligence (AI) accelerate on the internet.

The article explores the potential impact of AI on the internet and optical networking, posing the question of whether it constitutes a "Eureka!" moment akin to Archimedes' discoveries. It delves into the challenges posed by increased AI-driven internet traffic, the need for upgraded data centers, and the role of electro-optic polymers as a promising technology to enhance optical components, potentially revolutionizing optical networking.