Here’s Why We Need to Pay Attention
(PRUnderground) March 31st, 2025
In a monumental move, the White House says the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will invest $1.4 trillion over the next decade into the U.S. economy, particularly in sectors like AI, semiconductors and energy. It’s a declaration of intent that the world is watching. But as billions of dollars flow toward traditional tech industries, a question is starting to make echoes: Are they truly investing in the future?
Photonic Leap Forward
Enter True Photonic Inc., which developed a patented photonic architecture that makes current semiconductor technologies look as outdated as the floppy disk.
Unlike traditional chips, which rely on electricity to process information, True Photonic’s chips use light waves to carry out calculations at speeds that far surpass even the most advanced semiconductor.
According to Derek W Bailey, CEO of True Photonic – “It’s settled–Moore’s Law is officially over. Chipmakers have wrung out every last drop from silicon transistors, and now the gains are slim, costs are soaring, and energy use is unsustainable. Data centers already consume nearly 1% of global electricity, a number set to explode as AI and machine learning increase.”
While the media is obsessed with AI breakthroughs and semiconductor updates, True Photonic is quietly flipping the script. This isn’t just another tweak; it’s a revolutionary leap in computing.
And no, it isn’t a pipe dream. True Photonic has already tested the world’s first functional photonic switch—the Poovey Switch—operating at femtosecond speeds (10⁻¹⁵ seconds). And it’s 90% more energy-efficient. That’s a huge win for sustainability, especially as data centers consume power on par with entire cities.
Energy Sustainability for Industries
True Photonic is integrating photonic transistors into microchips, ushering in “Cold Microprocessors.” These chips offer unmatched computational power and energy efficiency. This breakthrough has vast potential across virtually every industry, including AI, blockchain and banking. The key advantage being sustainability—photonic computing provides a crucial off-ramp from the carbon-heavy burden of traditional electronics.
But here’s the thing: while the UAE’s investments in U.S. tech highlight the growing demand for cutting-edge computing, it also exposes the pressing question: Are these investments in the right technologies?
This moment in history feels eerily similar to 1947, when companies like RCA, Sylvania and others poured billions (adjusted for inflation) into vacuum tube factories as the transistor was emerging. This was perhaps the most important electronics event of the 20th century. But these firms couldn’t envision the future and invested in old ways, doubling down on bygone technology just as the world was about to change forever. Today, we face a similar dilemma.
The UAE’s commitment to semiconductors and AI is important—but what if those investments are pushing innovation further down a dead-end road? Do investors risk financing systems that are hitting their physical and economic limits?
Building the Next Generation of Everything
This is where True Photonic steps in. Their vision isn’t about improving a technology that’s old news; it’s about reshaping the very foundation of computing. True Photonic is developing a future where the digital economy doesn’t rely on antiquated systems that are being pushed to their breaking points. It’s a future where everything—from data processing speeds to the sustainability of infrastructure—gets a much-needed upgrade.
As the global tech landscape shifts, we need to seriously ask if these massive investments in maxed-out technologies can truly take us to the next level, or if they are supporting systems that are nearing their expiration date?
True Photonic has the answer. It’s time to invest in the future—and the future is photonic.
Could this be the moment decision makers embrace pioneering technology, propelling society into the next era of computing?
About True Photonic Inc.
True Photonic Inc. is pioneering the future of computing through photon-based technology. With the invention of the Poovey Switch—a patented, all-optical replacement for the transistor—True Photonic enables the development of Cold Microprocessors that operate at unprecedented speeds with minimal energy use. As the sole developer of this breakthrough technology, True Photonic is redefining what’s possible in performance, efficiency, and sustainability across industries.
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