Credo Semiconductor Announces Acquisition of DustPhotonics

On April 13, 2026, Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd. made a major move in the tech industry by announcing its intent to acquire DustPhotonics, an Israeli firm expert in Silicon Photonics (SiPho) technology.

The deal, valued at $750 million in cash plus stock, aims to integrate advanced optical components directly into Credo's portfolio.

By bringing this technology in-house, Credo strengthens its "ZeroFlap" optical platform, a critical piece of infrastructure for high-speed AI data centers.

As AI demand grows for faster networks—moving from 400G and 800G to 1.6T and beyond—this vertical integration allows Credo to improve manufacturing efficiency and reduce reliance on outside suppliers.

With veterans like Avigdor Willenz involved, the merger represents a significant consolidation that highlights the vital importance of high-speed data transmission in the modern AI-driven era.