<p>➀ The rapid development of data centers and the demand for faster and more efficient communication networks are driving the adoption of silicon photonics.</p><p>➁ Silicon photonic integrated circuits (PICs) combine the advantages of optics with the scalability of integrated circuits, enabling high-speed data transmission.</p><p>➂ The market for PICs is expected to grow significantly, driven by high-speed modules and expanding data centers.</p><p>➃ Major semiconductor companies, such as Intel and Broadcom, are investing heavily in silicon photonics technology.</p><p>➄ Newcomers like Lightmatter, Celestial AI, and Ayar Labs are also making significant contributions to the field.</p><p>➅ Semiconductor foundries are playing a crucial role in the production of silicon photonics products.</p>