Amazon and Corning sign multibillion-dollar fiber optics deal for U.S. data centers
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Mwangi Enos
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Summary
Amazon has entered a multiyear, multibillion-dollar agreement with Corning Incorporated to supply optical fiber, cable, and connectivity solutions for Amazon's expanding U.S. data center infrastructure. The partnership, announced on June 8, 2026, caused Corning's stock to surge significantly. The deal underscores Amazon's growing role in data center infrastructure and fiber optics manufacturing, while also highlighting Corning's continued relevance as a 175-year-old glassmaker in the modern tech landscape.
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On June 8, 2026, Amazon (AMZN) announced a multiyear, multibillion-dollar agreement with Corning Incorporated (GLW) to supply the optical fiber, cable, and connectivity solutions powering Amazon's expanding U.S. data center infrastructure.
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