When we think about the evolution of AI technology, developments in machine learning and large language models come readily to mind, as do the latest graphics processing units (GPUs), high-bandwidth memory (HBM), and exotic semiconductor technologies such as chiplets and heterogeneous integration.  But car headlamps? Automotive lighting is not usually seen as an inspiration for the next big thing in AI. Interestingly however, high-tech ‘adaptive beam’ front lights are proving the reliability and scalability of a valuable optical connectivity technology which could help data center operators to meet today’s challenges of increasing network bandwidth, efficiency and reliability. But let’s take a step back to understand how headlamps could possibly be relevant to the technology of AI data centers at: [News] MicroLEDs: from Headlamps to the Data Center – LEDinside