TORONTO, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- POET Technologies Inc. ('POET” or the 'Company”) (TSX Venture: PTK; NASDAQ: POET), the designer and developer of the POET Optical Interposer™, Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) and light sources for the data center, tele-communication and artificial intelligence markets, was recognized today as the 'AI Innovator of the Year” in the Technology category of the prestigious 2024 Merit Awards. The Gold Prize adds to the Company's recent accolades, which include recognition by the 2024 AI Breakthrough Awards honor for 'Best Optical AI Solution”.

'We are thrilled to honor POET Technologies as the AI Innovator of the Year. Their groundbreaking advancements in photonic technology are setting new standards in the AI industry, pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity. This recognition is a testament to their leadership, vision, and commitment to revolutionizing AI solutions. We congratulate the entire team at POET Technologies on this well-deserved achievement,” says Marie Zander, Executive Director, Merit Awards.