Who mentions $POET most on Surfaced?

@investmentguru_ (InvestmentGuru) mentions $POET most — 167 mentions in the past 12 months.

When was $POET first mentioned on Surfaced?

The earliest tracked mention of $POET in the Surfaced archive was on Dec 9, 2025.

How many voices track $POET?

29 FinTwit voices have mentioned $POET 780 times in the past 12 months.

What kind of voices mention $POET most?

$POET is mentioned most by Long Research voices on Surfaced.

$POET — FinTwit mentions on Surfaced

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@acinvestorblogJul 10, 2026 · 1:59 PM

$POET enjoy the cheapies boys... These algorithms are trying to fool you https://t.co/WViA0MssmQ

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@acinvestorblogJul 8, 2026 · 11:32 AM

$POET lost nearly 50% in just few days on no news. Im looking for a big reversal here. https://t.co/mPtMchVUDK

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@acinvestorblogJul 2, 2026 · 6:00 PM

$POET long some 8.58 https://t.co/VzXkq0n67A

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@acinvestorblogJun 29, 2026 · 4:23 PM

$POET perfect entry this morning at 8.93 now 9.65 ...

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@aleabitoredditJun 24, 2026 · 1:30 PM

Fun new information discovery from Poet OSINT community: Seems likely that $POET / $SIVE are going to power a Top-3 hyperscaler (either Amazon, Microsoft, Google). Given a Linkedin update from Ankur Singla (CEO of Lumilens). Who stated their customer is one of the top 3 hyperscalers with their post focusing on CPO/NPO. With that clue, seems more likely the Sivers CW DFB light source path over other EML suppliers given it's CPO Scale Out/NPO. If you don't remember, Sivers is the laser supplier to Poet. And Poet has purchase agreements with Lumilens. Always fun to find major potential breadcrumbs in the wild before they're officially confirmed. (Disclosure, long Sive)

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@itsmichaelluuJun 11, 2026 · 3:31 PM

@mi20483980476 No I’d didn’t call shit. I called $POET

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@kaizen_investorJun 2, 2026 · 10:51 AM

Best strategy might be to let your AI agents search X on short reports and go long. You will easily beat the market. $SIVE and $POET are some recent examples. https://t.co/E6xcJ8XuWX

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@dustinhuntwnJun 2, 2026 · 7:09 AM

$POET With the indirect connections to Nvidia through partners like Luxshare, it really makes me wonder. The Zacks report had some very interesting lines: “This company (Lumilens) has hyperscalers as customers, and we believe POET is providing product to one of them through Lumilens.” “There is so much interest in Blazar that the company may not even need more high-speed transceiver customers.” “Shipments will begin in the second half of 2026 to customers previously disclosed as well as to undisclosed new customers.” Jensen has been hammering the point that the entire industry is facing a massive shortage of photonic interconnect capacity. Given that Luxshare is now a key supplier in Nvidia’s MGX/Rubin ecosystem, it’s not a stretch to think some of POET’s engines could already be designed into those systems. The AI focus is all about GPUs now. Could some Nvidia GPUs actually be coming right off the production line with POET technology already integrated inside? GAME CHANGER If this helped you out, follow for more.

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@dustinhuntwnMay 21, 2026 · 3:18 AM

$POET MMCAP International is a long-time insider with years of deep visibility into POET’s operations and just dropped $400 million in a registered direct offering at $21 per share (plus warrants at $26.25). That’s roughly triple what other sophisticated money paid earlier this year. Think about that！This isn’t some new hedge fund chasing momentum. MMCAP has sat with POET through the grind. They know the accounting cold, the production ramps inside-out, the upcoming purchase orders, the hidden pipeline, and the strategic moves the rest of the market hasn’t even heard about yet. When an investor with that level of intimate, multi-year knowledge willingly triples their entry price on a massive scale and writes big checks at a premium, it’s not noise, it’s conviction. They’re betting on execution in the AI photonic revolution, where POET’s tech edge in low-power, high-speed optical interconnects is becoming mission-critical. Huge war chest secured. Manufacturing scale-up funded If this helped you out, follow for more.

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@dustinhuntwnMay 19, 2026 · 6:45 AM

$POET MMCAP is smart money and long. They were involved with raises with warrants at 5 and 5.5 recently as well as a direct offering at 7.25. Now they are involved with a new offering at an average of 21 dollars and at 26 they can exercise and get even more shares. They routinely exercise warrants and sell shares on the open market to stay below the 10% ownership threshold. The new shares that can be issued at 26 will be nothing as the share price has already increased a lot and they will maintain ownership at 9.99%. They have been with Poet for a while and I'd imagine they are as confident as ever, willing to buy hundreds of millions more in shares even at these levels. Poet will have over a billion to aggressively surpass existing manufacturing capacity. This is what hyperscalers want to see before placing big POs.

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@aleabitoredditMay 18, 2026 · 12:33 AM

$POET and $IREN literally both won the Fake it Until you make it award. -> Grey area endless marketing of crap through influencers. -> Diluted retail enough to hoard tons of cash -> Cash is sets baseline Market Cap. Now $POET probably has around $830M pure cash from dilution after $400m private placement. While their marketcap was sitting under $500m last year.

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@photonbullMay 17, 2026 · 4:27 PM

$POET @POETtech has been posting an unusual amount of tweets about random stuff related to offices, employees or manufacturing sites after @NMRtweet came out with a short report and highlighted abandoned rooms at the Poet HQ building Very suspicious Would not touch the stock $POET

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@thevalueistMay 15, 2026 · 1:24 PM

$POET (Bloomberg) -- POET Technologies raised $400 million in a registered direct offering of 19.05 million common shares and warrants to a single institutional investor at $21.00 per share and warrant. •Warrants are exercisable at $26.15 per share for three years from issuance •Offering price represented a premium over the $20.57 closing price on May 14 •Company intends to use proceeds for manufacturing expansion, acquisitions, R&D and working capital •Thomas Mika, chief financial officer for 10 years, informed the board of his retirement plans •Board commenced a search for Mika’s successor as chief financial officer

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@moninvestorMay 14, 2026 · 10:40 PM

$POET dropped 47% in a day, now up 211.67% in 2 weeks. Nothing fundamentally wrong. The CFO confirmed a Celestial AI order on Stocktwits, and Marvell (which bought Celestial in Feb) pulled the orders citing a confidentiality breach. Self-inflicted. Not a tech issue. Easy buy. https://t.co/F3AWz6GXlZ

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@aleabitoredditMay 14, 2026 · 2:26 PM

The warrants do help incentivize the $500m in extra purchase orders for $POET though. But I'm not complaining, it's actually more beneficial to $SIVE than it is to Poet, since Sivers gets all the large percent of that $500M $POET BOM of laser orders without that incentive as collateral. Just don't think markets know that nuance yet.

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@investmentguru_May 14, 2026 · 12:53 PM

$POET just made a move that could redefine the optical layer of AI compute. The company announced a joint development partnership with Lumilens built around a new Electrical-Optical Interposer (EOI) platform — essentially bringing semiconductor-style wafer-level manufacturing to optical engines, eliminating the manual alignment process that’s been the single biggest cost and yield constraint in optical assembly. Lumilens dropped an initial $50M purchase order, with a pathway to $500M+ in cumulative purchases over five years. The roadmap runs from 800G/1.6T pluggables all the way to Co-Packaged Optics, with engineering samples expected late 2026 and production ramp in 2027 — right in line with hyperscaler deployment cycles. Stock is trading ~$14 today, up ~270% from its 52-week low, with a new COO from Silicon Labs just brought on to scale manufacturing. Revenue is still near zero and modules still need to be qualified, so this is a high-conviction, high-risk pre-revenue inflection story — but the $500M commercial framework gives it more teeth than the average photonics press release. Not financial advice.

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@acinvestorblogMay 14, 2026 · 12:42 PM

$GRRR I do believe this one could be the next $POET The combination of fresh multi-billion-dollar AI announcements + sub-4x P/S on growing revenue gives the stock a legitimate shot at a new leg up as the street “adjusts” the valuation to the updated pipeline. The squeeze zone lies at $16 then $21 next potential target Lets see how it plays out today

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@dustinhuntwnMay 14, 2026 · 12:19 PM

$POET This is only the first of many deals - POET needed validation, now that they have it - future deals will be even better. They will literally be in a position soon, where they will be fully booked with PO's! PO's for 2027 will be signed and coming in as soon as within the next few weeks as hyperscalers and other companies do not want to be left in the blue. This is based on proven need.

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@thevalueistMay 14, 2026 · 12:04 PM

Don't short the optical networking names. If you don't believe the story, sit on the sidelines, or you'd better damn well thread the needle on timing. These companies are so small that one announced deal, as we see with POET this morning, and the stocks rip. $POET $AAOI cc: @WolfpackReports

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@dustinhuntwnMay 11, 2026 · 3:22 PM

$POET Options flow today is extremely bullish with over 78,000 calls traded versus only 23,000 puts, giving us a put/call ratio of just 0.29. A ratio this low is rare as hell and one of the strongest bullish signals you’ll see. Heavy call buying and big sweeps all day show serious conviction that this thing is going higher. On top of that, POET's investment in Lessengers shows confidence if growing the 1.6T business in Asia. Korean venture capital money says so too. Good news for POET and shows the shareholders progress towards more production. Momentum is building hard into earnings this week. Higher base forming. Penny flippers getting boxed out again.

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@thevalueistMay 11, 2026 · 1:49 PM

This $POET dip buy turning out to be a banger. +11% today. https://t.co/zBozDmwh7r

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@investmentguru_May 11, 2026 · 10:48 AM

$POET - The Optical Interposer Bet The Technology The core thesis starts with the platform itself. POET’s Optical Interposer allows the integration of electronic and photonic devices into a single chip using advanced wafer-level semiconductor manufacturing techniques — eliminating the need for separate laser components and complex assembly that plague traditional transceiver manufacturing. This is the structural argument: as AI data centers scale from 800G to 1.6T interconnects, the InP laser supply chain bottleneck and power/cost constraints on optical transceivers become existential problems. POET’s platform solves both in a single wafer-level process. Applications span data center AI, 5G interconnect, LIDAR, medical OCT, and edge computing — the total addressable market is enormous if the platform proves out.

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@itsmichaelluuMay 11, 2026 · 12:13 AM

@markmartor I think they will get more deals for $POET

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@investmentguru_May 10, 2026 · 3:05 PM

SECOND WIND ALERT: $EOSE & $POET Two names that went on wild rides are back on the radar — and the setups are worth watching. $EOSE (Zinc Battery Storage) → Ran 362% in 2024, another 107% in 2025 → Got crushed ~39% in Feb/Mar 2026 on manufacturing concerns & securities fraud investigations → Now bouncing hard — up 13–25% in recent sessions → Catalyst: JDA with Turbine-X Energy for zinc BESS + gas-fired power targeting up to 2 GWh for AI data centers → Q1 2026 revenue guided at $56–57M, driven by record shipments & automation gains → New CFO hired, $568M cash on balance sheet, current ratio ~4.9 → 12 analysts, median PT ~$15 vs current ~$7 — significant implied upside if execution delivers → AI data center power demand narrative is the tailwind. Watch for order flow $POET (Photonics / Optical Engines) → Ran from ~$3.50 to $15.50 in under a year — a pure momentum machine → Marvell ($MRVL) canceled their contract → stock crashed hard → Now recovering: up 19.9% in April, surging again in May → Real catalysts building: >$5M production order, 30,000+ optical engines planned for 2026, Malaysia fab targeting 400–800G+ connectivity → Redomiciling from Canada to U.S. → removes PFIC tax friction for U.S. holders → $430M cash, high gross margins, tiny revenue ($1.1M) — still very early stage → Photonics demand for AI infrastructure is secular. $POET is betting it can fill the gap $MRVL left behind Both names had explosive runs → sharp sentiment washouts → and are now rebuilding momentum as the AI infrastructure buildout continues to demand new solutions in energy storage and optical interconnects Both are high-beta, high-risk names. $EOSE has the securities fraud overhang. $POET is pre-revenue scale. Position size accordingly. Not financial advice.

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@aleabitoredditMay 6, 2026 · 6:11 PM

@Mellokhai No, my opinion is quantum dot is way too early with names like $ALMU. Investing now likely just funnels their dilution machine for R&D. Likely will end up like 2025 $POET with constant ATMs/dilution for their "$420M balance sheet". Would prefer to just wait it out and get upside when it comes time to volume ramp.

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@dustinhuntwnMay 6, 2026 · 3:16 AM

$POET Odds of another gamma squeeze are rising: -Huge open interest for July 2026 calls, plus huge Jan 27 and Jan 28 on top. -Expected new big partner unveiling this summer. -Q1 earnings next week. -Q1 SEC filings for tutes about to roll in. -AGM notice and circular any day. -AGM late June. -Possibly any day, shipment and volume production confirmation for Adtran and unnamed module maker. -Any day, updates re NTT, Lessengers, FIT, Liteon, QUBT, Sivers, Mentech Semtech prototypes progress. 6 to 8 million short shares available at any given time, borrow fees easing at the same time. Shorts taking their chips off the table for a couple months?

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@acinvestorblogMay 4, 2026 · 8:17 PM

$POET I'm very skeptical about the recent negative news. Someone is betting huge amounts of money again👇 https://t.co/yEs8kCuUQK

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@dustinhuntwnApr 29, 2026 · 3:53 AM

$POET green close at 8.03 on 80M volume after yesterday’s chaos is a big win. That’s not dead stock action, that’s buyers stepping in and holding the line. Yesterday was shock, today was stabilization. Just to reiterate, the recent pump was just a taste. The sheer fact that Marvell was already snooping around for alternatives before they announced the NDA breach a day (!) after they bought one, means they are threatened. That's not a competitive edge. The new buyout is NOT going to able to deliver faster than POET. Their tech is also not better than POETs. All it means is that Marvell wanted something else. They had no issue stating publicly that the NDA was breached, but they never said the tech was. Ask yourself why. Could it be because their competition wanted a slice of POET? To me that seems way more likely than foregoing on a contract that was already in production and about to be shipped because an "NDA was breached" with knowledge that was already relatively public. Ask yourself, why is POET quiet. Is it because they are in trouble? Or are they focusing on what matters? I think it's the latter: customers who are not playing these corporate games. Watch this ticker in June. Also you can follow me,I'll be updating you with the latest info on $POET and more related content.

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@kaizen_investorApr 28, 2026 · 2:40 PM

Filtronic got punished yesterday. Why? Probably because of the customer dependence. Around 75% of the revenue comes from SpaceX. Investors saw what such a customer dependence can do with $POET yesterday. If SpaceX pulls out, the business case of Filtronic looks a lot less positive. But here is why I think Filtronic is different, very different. First of all, SpaceX is open about the relationship with Filtronic. They already called them a ‘reliable partner’. Secondly, SpaceX isn’t just a customer, it’s a strategic partner. They work together to innovate the whole space industry. Thirdly, Filtronic makes profit. They have a positive cash flow and ebitda margin. They don’t burn any cash and SpaceX is financing their whole R&D project. Finally, the management has always been honest and open about their targets and reached them. I’ve build a framework that rated management and they score a 96/100. The highest score I’ve seen until now. Poet scores 19/100. If the drawback continues and investors dare to push this share below 200, I’m ready to make Filtronic my second highest holding.

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@dustinhuntwnApr 28, 2026 · 2:20 AM

$POET The dreaded black swan. Last night I was hyped on POET hitting $20+. Today they dropped the Marvell news and the stock took an absolute beating. Huge profits vanished in minutes. Lesson learned; even the strongest setups can get blindsided by sudden contract news. Markets don’t care about our timelines. I got stopped out around $10 for most of my position; will update as new info comes. The Technology is still amazing and has absolutely massive potential. Remember millionaires are made during drawdowns. Let the dust settle and let’s see how it plays out. I will be loading the bottom now only after I do more research. Like if you STILL believe $POET. Also you can follow me,I'll be updating you with the latest info on $POET and more related content.

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@aleabitoredditApr 27, 2026 · 4:11 PM

@AD14977 I've always said $POET is the most likely to get designed out down the road. They just buy lasers and package them... and $MRVL can just go directly to the laser source and do the same with some delays to their roadmap.

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@bullofbritainApr 27, 2026 · 4:01 PM

$POET being bad makes $ALMU even more bullish btw 😉

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@stocksavvyshayApr 27, 2026 · 3:50 PM

@FuturumEquities It doesn’t matter how great or real $POET technology is.. paying influencers to promote the stock is poor marketing and a red flag I can’t get over.

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@jukan05Apr 27, 2026 · 2:53 PM

I don’t have any position in $POET, and I never have, but this company is honestly ridiculous. They had already been notified by Marvell on the 23rd that the contract was being terminated, yet they sat on it until today? What about the shareholders who bought in while the stock was rising in the meantime? You deserve to be sued by your shareholders.

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@crux_capital_Apr 27, 2026 · 2:22 PM

$POET Here is the sequence of events: > POET & Celestial AI have had a disclosed partnership for years > MRVL bought Celestial AI last year > The assumption was always that POET was designed into Celestial and therefore MRVL's photonic fabric > BUT we didn't have confirmation and I raised that point on X for both $POET and $SIVE > CFO then in an interview CONFIRMED they had orders that were shipping to Celestial/MRVL this year. And that they were looking to further their relationship with MRVL over time > POET released today that MRVL has cancelled all order with POET due to a breach in their NDA > Stock is now going into price discovery mode to figure out what it's worth now that MRVL is out of the picture

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@damnang2Apr 27, 2026 · 1:58 PM

$POET X에서 갑자기 언급하는 사람 많아지면 그게 시그널이다. 불변의 진리인것 같습니다

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@moninvestorApr 27, 2026 · 1:56 PM

Wow. So Marvell cancels all purchase orders with $POET due to breach of confidentiality agreement. Stock down 46.38%. https://t.co/lFsmlBVyey

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@kaizen_investorApr 27, 2026 · 1:30 PM

Not the best way to start my Monday. $POET down almost 50% after $MRVL cancelled all the orders for Celestial AI. The reason? POET breached the NDA last week. The NDA is a confidentiality agreement between both parties to keep the cooperation secret. After the short report, the POET management tried to appease investors by confirming the purchase order of Marvell. One of the most stupid decisions, certainly if you know you have an NDA. The only positive here is that the cancellation is not about the technology. On the other hand, the fact that they pusher POET aside so quickly, means that they believe they have other solutions available imo. I need to let this sink in for a minute. Not selling my shares atm.

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@jasonschipsApr 27, 2026 · 1:27 PM

LMAO rip $POET

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@frenchie_Apr 27, 2026 · 1:24 PM

Gros coup sur la photonique $POET s’effondre de -45% en pré-marché La raison : Marvell a annulé toutes les commandes liées à Celestial AI, y compris celles de 2023, invoquant des violations de confidentialité. C’est un coup dur, parce que c’est précisément ce contrat (confirmé par le CFO la semaine dernière) qui a propulsé le titre de +185 % sur 30 jours avec aussi des promesse de rotations de capitaux vers cette boîte qui avait peu profité de la vague photonique. $POET dit conserver d’autres clients dont une commande séparée de 5 M$, mais le narratif “Marvell/Nvidia” qui justifiait la valorisation vient de s’envoler

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@jasonl_capitalApr 27, 2026 · 12:45 PM

8. $POET - POET Technologies Optical engines for AI data centers. Their patented optical interposer platform enables faster, cheaper, and more energy-efficient data transfer. Just confirmed a production order above $5M from Marvell's ecosystem and expects to ship 30,000+ engines in 2026. Sitting on $430M in cash with zero debt.

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@dustinhuntwnApr 27, 2026 · 7:37 AM

$POET The "Parabolic" Setup: Why This Week Matters Technically, the stock just completed one. However, one factor suggests a "second leg" or continued momentum will occur this week: Call volume reached nearly 90% of total options activity last Friday. When market makers sell these calls to retail traders, they must hedge by buying the underlying stock, creating a "gamma squeeze" that can fuel parabolic moves even without new news. I expect to see more of the same, much more. Also, In a parabolic move, the stock can stay overbought for a long time. This thing has legs, momentum and POET’s "Optical Interposer" is positioned in the wheelhouse of the "Optics Supercycle". There is nothing fake about the move we are seeing. This has been a long time coming, but the masses are starting to understand POET Technologies. Like if you STILL believe $POET. Also you can follow me,I'll be updating you with the latest info on $POET and more related content.

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@investmentguru_Apr 27, 2026 · 12:22 AM

$POET looks like new ATH tomorrow https://t.co/X5nB2uoZVt

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@kaizen_investorApr 26, 2026 · 5:53 PM

It’s incredible difficult to short stocks nowadays. Short reports are meant to spread fear in the market and create a short-term drop on the stock. Those reports are often written on stocks which are difficult to understand like $POET. Without X, without AI, investors had to spend days/weeks to understand the stock. Most investors did not have the time/recourses to do this. So a short report from a big institution often impressed and created fear. Short trades are often closed in just weeks. They are happy with a drop of 10% - 20%. So they created fear and closed the trade almost immediately. Nothing to do with fundamentals. Researching stocks has become more accessible in the last few years. We all have access to experts and can check certain facts with AI. We are all informed of what we own, even if the stock might be a bit more difficult to understand. A short report is now easily punctured and creates less fear. $POET is now up 125% since the short-report. This gives me confidence that investors actually know what they own these days and do their due diligence. Congrats on everyone who did their research and took advantage of the 1-day dip.

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@acinvestorblogApr 25, 2026 · 11:07 AM

$POET I've mentioned this name several times as a major potential play in the photonics sector. Over the past few weeks, several short reports came out on this company. I was pretty surprised by how the weak hands reacted, but in the end, the result speaks for itself: We won. Amazing stock gains.

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@crux_capital_Apr 25, 2026 · 10:28 AM

$POET Has had an explosive 2026 Let's revisit all that has come up: > Confirmation of being designed into $MRVL > 30,000 units shipping 2026 > $430m in cash > Malaysia production starts Q2/Q3 2026 > New orders "far in excess" of $5M this year > Expanded 1.6T ecosystem with new Lessengers and LITEON partnerships > Celestial AI invoice with shipments expected next quarter Excited to see what the rest of 2026 has in store

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@investmentguru_Apr 25, 2026 · 1:15 AM

Holding $POET for the last 6 months through all the volatility with conviction and patience. Strong themes take time to play out — staying focused on the bigger picture.

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@acinvestorblogApr 24, 2026 · 8:32 PM

$POET patience paid off https://t.co/VrSw9ESSrK

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@crux_capital_Apr 24, 2026 · 3:01 PM

$POET this move is insane I am very happy with my coverage on this company over the past few months Acknowledging the risks, tracking the execution and identifying the upside

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@kaizen_investorApr 24, 2026 · 2:53 PM

Looks like I really found the bottom of $POET. Now up 200% since I bought. https://t.co/CrJDCyYyRz

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@dustinhuntwnApr 24, 2026 · 10:36 AM

$POET Yesterday's defence of 10.70 was a perfect indicator of Fib retracement. If we open strong or if there is a retracement into 11.30 -11.50 with strong defence we know institutional investment is strong. We might see MMs try and pin the price below 12.00 but if that is taken out with high volume we might see a Fib extension next week. So far this has been a massive week of institutional accumulation that generally front runs our next break out. Very solid week so far for all longs.

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@kaizen_investorApr 22, 2026 · 2:17 PM

I added more $POET at $4.9, making my average cost now at $5.8. This makes $POET one of my fastest doublers. I believe this is just the beginning with the CFO confirming the purchase orders are far in excess of $5 million. https://t.co/F3fvL6UOAO

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@aleabitoredditApr 22, 2026 · 11:46 AM

Oh wow, I missed this. That's probably why $POET is up 20.2% pre-market confirming "far in excess" of purchase orders on top of $MRVL supplier relationships. That translates materially to $SIVE laser production as well. Markets haven't fully priced in either yet imo.

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@acinvestorblogApr 22, 2026 · 10:55 AM

$POET I've been told about this stock for a long time, and it's starting to pay off https://t.co/0PITHHUJYx

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@investmentguru_Apr 22, 2026 · 12:43 AM

$POET making some important moves here — addressing PFIC status for U.S. shareholders, planning a U.S. HQ relocation, and securing fresh financing all at once. This signals a clear shift toward commercial execution in AI and data center markets, which is where the real growth story lies. Stock closed at $10.25 with strong momentum across timeframes — up big over the past week, month, and year. With fundamentals aligning and execution focus increasing, this is one to keep on watch for continuation, especially on volume.

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@analysisopApr 21, 2026 · 11:47 PM

For the $POET bros, good numbers here: "If (IF) POET captures 5-10% of the $MRVL Marvell $1B annual Photonics Fabric runrate by 2029..." You know how Market is treating the AI key companies, Sales multiples between x10 - x20. Do the math for POET.

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@damnang2Apr 21, 2026 · 10:34 PM

Paid subscribers have probably already seen this discussion in the article I published in early April. I am not a prophet, so I cannot know the exact answer. What I try to do is look at the situation in the most logical way possible and share the scenario that seems most likely. Now that the $MRVL and $POET collaboration news is out, I believe the path of what may come next has become much clearer. If any paid subscribers happened to miss that article, I would recommend taking another look. This is not investment advice. Full article: https://t.co/dI2Yk0LKt6 Thank you.

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@crux_capital_Apr 21, 2026 · 7:04 PM

This is a really important update $POET While it has been assumed that POET was designed in with Celestial AI/ $MRVL I always wanted to frame it as a highly probable assumption rather than gaurentee Today gave confirmation that I was looking for This also has read through for $SIVE / $SIVEF I wrote out a full article diving into what this interview signals for $POET Here's an outline: The Marvell / Celestial AI Validation The $430M Cash Position... Good to know Ending “Margin Stacking” Orders Beyond the $5M Benchmark The Blazar Shift at OFC 2026 Please check it out here! https://t.co/3pODEYCXDb

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@kaizen_investorApr 21, 2026 · 2:06 PM

These 3 buys have gone crazy in the last 3 weeks: $HIMS up 62.5% $OUST up 73.8% $POET up 114% Only the beginning

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@investmentguru_Apr 21, 2026 · 11:19 AM

$POET almost 50% up from here

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@damnang2Apr 20, 2026 · 5:18 PM

$POET and $LWLG At first, I was very negative on $POET. When I first started posting on X, I even wrote that I had a bearish view on the company. After that, I spent a lot of time studying it to resolve the questions and uncertainties I had. During that process, I wrote three articles on $POET and also referred to the writings and views of many experts, including @Semicon_player, @PhotonCap, @crux_capital_ The more I studied it, the more I realized that, although I still had uncertainties about POET, it also had attractive qualities as an investment. When the stock pulled back, I allocated a manageable portion of my overall portfolio to it. In the end, it turned out to be a good investment. The same applies to $LWLG. I understood the technical risks, especially the limitations of polymers, which is why I wrote an article about $LWLG's technical risks. But despite that, the stock continued to rise afterward. I admit that I was wrong, and I am still studying it. I think one of the most important things in investing is not becoming overconfident and assuming you are always right, but continuing to look at everything with a critical eye. 😇

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@kaizen_investorApr 20, 2026 · 2:07 PM

Hope you did not listen to the $POET short report. They are up 22% today. POET announced a plan to redomicile to the United States, directly countering a short thesis published by Wolfpack Research that flagged significant PFIC (passive foreign investment company) tax consequences for shareholders. Well done everyone who kept or even bought more on the dip.

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@investmentguru_Apr 19, 2026 · 5:15 PM

$POET — POET Technologies: The Optical Interposer That Could Collapse the Whole Supply Chain Into One Chip POET Technologies’ patented Optical Interposer integrates lasers, modulators, and electronics on a single chip — still early revenue, but backed by partnerships with Foxconn with over $300M in cash after a major raise. If it works at scale, POET eliminates several layers of the photonics supply chain. Highest risk, highest potential disruption on this list.

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@aleabitoredditApr 19, 2026 · 4:02 AM

@crux_capital_ That’s misunderstanding qualification cycles if you think they can design out $POET in a short timeframe for celestial 2028 volume ramp. Same with $SIVE and $POET but I expect most relationships to be multi source over time

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@kaizen_investorApr 16, 2026 · 6:43 PM

My buys from 2 weeks ago are now: $HIMS: up 48% $OUST: up 44% $POET: up 48%

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@investmentguru_Apr 15, 2026 · 1:43 AM

$POET moving higher in overnight trading UPDATE: PFIC CLARITY + STRATEGIC SHIFT POET Technologies Inc. has officially addressed its PFIC status, and the message is clear: this is more about tax structure cleanup than business deterioration. 🔹 PFIC status confirmed for 2025 •Company expects PFIC classification for 2025 •U.S. shareholders can use QEF election to avoid adverse tax impact •Since POET reported a net loss, QEF for 2025 is expected to result in zero taxable income inclusion 🔹 Big de-risking move for investors •Company commits to providing full PFIC reporting for shareholders •Removes uncertainty that often weighs on U.S.-listed foreign growth names 🔹 Major catalyst: U.S. redomiciling 🇺🇸 •Board approved plan to move headquarters to the U.S. •Goal: eliminate PFIC classification going forward •Shareholder approval expected at June 2026 AGM 🔹 Forward outlook •Company expects it may not be a PFIC in 2026 •Structural shift could improve institutional access and valuation perception •Clears a long-standing overhang on the stock This is a cleanup + re-rating setup, not a business slowdown. Removing PFIC uncertainty + potential U.S. redomicile = stronger long-term positioning for AI photonics growth story.

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@kaizen_investorApr 14, 2026 · 4:46 PM

$POET down 7.5% after the short position of Wolfpack Research. As I explained in the previous post, Q3 earnings of Poet will be very important. This is in 5 months. Institutions like Wofpack close 90% of their short trades within these 5 months. Most of them even within weeks. Short-seller reports are designed to create market fear and capitalize on downward momentum. I’m not worried at all by this report.

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@kaizen_investorApr 12, 2026 · 12:08 PM

@Noobverest I keep buying $POET below $6 as well.

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@kaizen_investorApr 11, 2026 · 12:00 PM

$POET and $OUST remain very interesting buys at the moment. Q3 2026’ wil be big for both companies. $POET up 43% and $OUST 24%. $POET is a riskier photonics play. They are basically still in the pre-revenue phase. First revenues should come in Q3 2026. Their concept is proven and it solves a solution to a critical bottleneck. There is are still a lot of execution risk though but the upside looks unlimited at the moment. $OUST is a safer Lidar play. They make sensors for autonomous vehicles and robots. This space is now dominated by Chinese suppliers. By June 26’, the Safe act will come into play. This will prohibit US manufacturers to buy sensors from Chinese manufacturers. This gives $OUST a huge home advantage. We should see the first positive signs in Q3 2026. I will likely keep buying the dips of both.

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@crux_capital_Apr 7, 2026 · 12:25 AM

$POET is next

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@kaizen_investorApr 1, 2026 · 4:23 PM

Earnings were not spectacular for $POET, but they have never been. The first (apart from NRE's) revenue is expected in the second half of 2026. The most interesting financial story of the earnings is that they now have a cash balance of $313.4 million. The total liabilities are $40 million. So, with a market cap of $888 million, your downside is limited. Investors are always willing to pay on top of the book value. The upside is on the other hand has unlimited potential. POET Technologies possess a highly unique, proprietary solution to the optical alignment bottleneck through its POET Optical Interposer. This global silicon photonics market as of 2025 has an estimated TAM of $2.86 billion. This TAM is expected to grow to $28.75 billion by 2034. However POET is still in pre-revenue phase, it is not an unwritten book. They first hit public markets in 2008 under the name Opel International. At that time, they were focused on solar panels and solar tracking systems. As they realized that the solar market was a race to the bottom, they changed strategy. In 2012, the company rebranded to POET Technologies and they started to focus on the chip industry. They spent years trying to create a monolithic chip that could do the job of both electricity and light. They proved this could work in lab but failed to scale the idea. In 2015, they hired a new CEO Dr. Suresh Venkatesan. They pivoted toward the optical interposer. Instead of making one giant chip, they built a bridge that allows existing electronic chips and optical (light) chips to be snapped together easily. This bridge took nearly a decade of engineering, ensuring more than 100 patents, and setting up complex supply chains. After a decade they look ready to move from an R&D phase towards real revenue. They recently secured a $5 million initial order for 800G optical engines and they are expected to ship more than 30,000 optical engines this year across both high-speed and high-power segments. If they are able to scale up production this time, you are looking at a $1 billion company revolutionizing a multibillion-dollar industry. If they completely fail, you are looking at a 50% loss max imo. Management is not very transparent about the progress at the moment, so it can feel a bit like you are blindfolded on a bumpy ride. But with this upside, it's a risk I'm willing to take. Long $POET, nfa

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@acinvestorblogApr 1, 2026 · 5:55 AM

$POET released its Q4 2025 (and full-year) audited financial results on March 31, 2026 after market close. - Key Financial Highlights (Q4 2025) Revenue: $341,202 . This was up sharply from $29,032 in Q4 2024 and $298,434 in Q3 2025, reflecting initial commercial activity. Net Loss: $42.7 million, or basic loss per share of $0.32 Cash Position: Approximately $430 million in cash at quarter-end. Financing: Raised gross proceeds of ~$375 million in Q4 2025 - Notable Business and Strategic Highlights Received a production order exceeding $5 million from a leading systems integrator for POET Infinity™ optical engines Collaboration with Quantum Computing Inc. on advanced 400G/lane thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) modulator-based 3.2Tbps engines targeting next-generation AI interconnects and high-speed computing. Strong customer and partner momentum Manufacturing scale-up in Malaysia The company described Q4 as a “decisive transition from development to execution. Lets how it plays out today following an amazing bounce yesterday.

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@investmentguru_Apr 1, 2026 · 12:08 AM

$POET Technologies — Q4 2025 Earnings Breakdown Development → Execution. The shift is real. Q4 Financials → Revenue: $341K (vs. $29K Q4 2024 — 11x YoY) → Net loss: $42.7M / ($0.32) per share → $30.6M of that loss = non-cash warrant liability (not operational) → R&D: $4.6M — ramping for production scale → Operating cash burn: ($11.6M) War Chest Built → $225M raised in Q4 + $150M in Jan 2026 → $430M cash on hand entering 2026 → 3 institutional rounds — each priced HIGHER than the last Commercial Traction → Production order >$5M for POET Infinity™ optical engines → 30,000+ optical engine shipments targeted for 2026 → Light source production: Malaysia, starting Q2 → 800G optical engines: Q3 ramp Key Catalysts Ahead → Module development partnerships → revenue expected in 2026 → Blazar™ + SmartFAU™ targeting external laser market → 3.2Tbps TFLN engine collaboration with Quantum Computing Inc. → ELSFP demand accelerating across high-speed AND high-power segments POET’s optical interposer enables Co-Packaged Optics, GPU-to-GPU interconnects, and next-gen AI cluster bandwidth. OFC conference in LA = strongest industry validation to date. $430M cash. Production ramping. Pipeline converting. This is no longer just a tech story — it’s a ramp story. Not financial advice. DYOR.

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@crux_capital_Mar 31, 2026 · 9:14 PM

$POET earnings just dropped There were a few new bits with some confirmation in there that I really liked There are also some unanswered questions Read my full thoughts here: https://t.co/tgh72GpnkW

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@kaizen_investorMar 31, 2026 · 5:42 PM

To summarize, I made 3 buys yesterday. $HIMS at $18.7 $OUST at $16.7 And $POET at $4.9 $HIMS is obviously very undervalued at the moment. Pharma is going through heavy weathers at the moment, but it will catch up.

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@aleabitoredditMar 31, 2026 · 12:32 PM

@InvestWithFelix Yep $POET is a massive beneficary. It’s more well known with Celestial. Even analysts miss though Poet’s light source for ELS comes from $SIVE. But huge for their whole ecosystem that Nvidia is validating it

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@kaizen_investorMar 30, 2026 · 7:17 PM

Added some more $POET today at $4.9.

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@aleabitoredditMar 18, 2026 · 6:11 PM

Sivers is up another 29% to a $282M marketcap today. I genuinely think $SIVE could be the next $LITE. As they’re positioned as the light source for the next generation of hyperscaler supply chains. When scale up-scale out architectures transition to CPO & Silicon photonics. For the start of next Photonics Supercycle. The companies that buy and package their laser arrays/cw dfb lasers from $POET to Ayar? Are worth ~$1B-$4B+ (not including o-net or undisclosed). With current pluggable transceiver cycles: Laser suppliers typically command higher valuation premiums than their packaging counterparties that buy the light source. So, I do think $SIVE is largely undiscovered by markets and far from being priced in.

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@investmentguru_Mar 16, 2026 · 5:52 PM

$POET buying opportunity for long term

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@crux_capital_Mar 16, 2026 · 1:48 PM

$POET news with LITEON 🚨 This announcement is about commercialization progress. Not near term revenue unfortunately. Let’s unpack it a bit. POET’s whole thesis is that its Optical Interposer can make optical engines and light sources smaller, lower power, and easier to scale for AI networking. The key question for investors has always been how POET advances from a promising platform into a qualified, manufacturable product at scale. So where does LITEON come in? LITEON is a major optoelectronics manufacturing company. It brings decades of experience, global customer relationships, and real expertise in lasers, optical components, and precision module manufacturing. This shows POET’s platform continuing to attract serious industrial partners with the ability to help move products toward broader deployment. This collaboration adds another pathway for POET to move closer to scaled module production. And it fits into a much bigger pattern. POET has already built a growing partnership network across the stack with Foxconn Interconnect, Luxshare, MultiLane, Mentech, Mitsubishi Electric, Semtech, Sivers, NTT Innovative Devices, and Quantum Computing Inc. So basically POET keeps expanding its ecosystem across engines, modules, light sources, and manufacturing. Each new partnership adds another layer of validation and another route toward commercialization. The overall takeway is this: LITEON strengthens the commercialization story. POET is building a broader web of partners, products, and manufacturing capacity around its Optical Interposer platform. That gives the company more shots on goal as AI networking moves toward 800G, 1.6T, co-packaged optics, and higher-density optical architectures. So of course we still need to watch execution: Prototype progress, customer sampling, qualification milestones, and eventual volume ramps.

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@kaizen_investorMar 16, 2026 · 12:51 PM

$POET up 6% after announcing a strategic partnership with LITEON. LITEON is a globally recognized Taiwanese manufacturer specializing in optoelectronic semiconductor components and power management technology. The two companies are teaming up to co-develop next-generation optical communication modules. These modules will be built using POET's patented Optical Interposer technology. They have laid out a concrete timeline for this venture: • 2026: Development work begins, with prototypes expected by late 2026. • 2027: High-volume commercial production is anticipated to begin.

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@acinvestorblogMar 16, 2026 · 11:58 AM

$POET POET Technologies Announces Strategic Collaboration With LITEON Technology To Co-Develop Next-Gen Optical Communication Modules Built On POET's Patented Optical Interposer Technology And Integration Platform

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@acinvestorblogMar 13, 2026 · 6:59 AM

OFC 2026 Next Week 👈 $POET POET Technologies is set to present and demonstrate key products at the Optical Fiber Communications (OFC) Conference. This includes their largest booth presence yet (booth 339) with live demos, meetings with clients/investors, and accepting an industry award. They will showcase 2 leading external light source (ELS) products focused on AI networks and high-bandwidth applications: - POET Blazar™: A groundbreaking, highly integrated hybrid laser that advances their “semiconductorization of photonics” approach. It’s designed for co-packaged optics (CPO), high-power multi-wavelength output, chip-to-chip data communications, and powering AI scale-up/scale-out networks. It emphasizes lower costs, scalability, and efficiency compared to traditional lasers. - POET Starlight™ (next-generation): An upgraded version of their initial ELS, featuring a compact engine with eight-channel high-power lasers at multiple wavelengths, targeting 1.6Tbps+ applications and chip-to-chip links. If OFC brings strong demos, partnerships or orders, it could ignite again. POET held up relatively well yesterday compared to many tech stocks, though it did experience some intraday volatility in a terrible market enviroment. Lets see if it revisits the $8 level again today before the big event.

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@acinvestorblogMar 12, 2026 · 9:31 PM

$POET bad market for the stock today. Otherwise i think we could see a nice rally following the company tweet. The company positions Teralight as noteworthy, with real potential to catch eyes from big players hunting efficient interconnect solutions. The conference (starting March 16) will reveal more through reactions, partnerships, or orders. Definitely on watch in the next sessions.

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@aleabitoredditMar 12, 2026 · 9:08 PM

@ethaantran It doesn’t change my bullish thesis around $378/month US supply chain from laser -> design -> assembly being very mispriced at $8B with $AAOI. But it does change some views on share appreciation, as ATMs are very net negative way to get there ($250m was fine after projections). Doubling that by another $250m after the first ATM gives left a very bearish impression like what $POET did. And now, main concern is doing it again after their new round finishes. Which is why $AAOI should have just announced the amount they needed form the start.

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@investmentguru_Mar 12, 2026 · 10:59 AM

$LWLG : technology breakthrough bet $POET : execution and product bet

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@kaizen_investorMar 11, 2026 · 6:02 PM

Last Monday, I took a position in $POET at $6.52. Here is my business case As artificial intelligence models continue to grow in complexity, the conventional copper cables used to transport data within a hyperscale data center are no longer sufficient, having reached their physical limits in term of bandwidth, latency, and thermal dissipation. The data transmission industry is in a state of change to a more efficient method of data transmission using light. The conventional method of photonics manufacturing is a labor-intensive and time-consuming process that requires microscopic lenses to be manually adjusted to achieve optimal light transmission. This process is naturally limiting in terms of efficiency and is not conducive to a high-volume manufacturing scenario. $POET breaks all of this convention with their semiconductorization of photonics. Wafer-Scale Passive Alignment: The POET Optical Interposer makes use of conventional complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor processes to etch waveguides and alignment features directly into a silicon wafer. The LEGO Method: Bare die components, which include lasers and electronic chips, are flip-chip assembled onto the interposer using automated pick-and-place machinery. This allows components to be snapped together automatically, eliminating the active alignment bottleneck. Architectural Superiority: The POET method is far superior to conventional methods due to their ability to operate at a massive wafer scale, reducing the overall Bill of Materials by a significant amount and minimizing overall assembly time. Additionally, their highly integrated optical engines consume much less power overall, saving up to 6-8 watts per module individually. Product Innovation: The POET flagship product, the 1.6T Teralight engine, is a highly innovative optical engine. It incorporates a unique design utilizing four 2x200G Electro-absorption Modulated Lasers, effectively cutting in half the number of discrete laser chips. Financial De-risking and Structural Health The biggest risk for early-stage hardware companies is running out of capital. POET has successfully neutralized this near-term liquidity risk. Between October 2025 and January 2026, the company successfully raised a combined $225 million via institutional private placements and registered direct offerings. This big capital injection bolstered the balance sheet to ~$350 million in cash and marketable securities. The company maintains a clean capital structure, with almost no debt obligations. This pristine balance sheet provides a multi-yea runway to execute its commercial ramp without the threat of further dilutive financing. Commercial Validation and Valuation Realism POET's technical roadmap is developing into commercial reality. The company recently secured a $5m production order for its 800G Infinity optical engines, scheduled for delivery to a leading systems integrator in the second half of 2026. POET is also embedded with global manufacturing heavyweights such as Foxconn Interconnect Technology and Luxshare Tech, alongside strategic partnerships with component leaders like Semtech and Mitsubishi Electric. A rigorous Reverse Discounted Cash Flow analysis underscores the immense upside potential relative to POET's $1.04 billion market capitalization. To strictly justify its current enterprise value, POET has to reach a Free Cash Flow of $117.39m by the year 2036. Assuming a conservative 15% Free Cash Flow margin, they should reach an annual top-line revenue requirement of around $782.6m by 2036. The silicon photoincs market is projected to be $28.75b by 2034. POET only needs to capture around 2.7% of this market to justify its current valuation. Conclusion POET Technologies is a premier high-reward investment for the upcoming AI supercycle. The company offers a disruptive, legally defensible, and structurally protected hardware platform that solves the most pressing physical bottleneck in modern AI network scaling. While manufacturing yield execution remains the primary risk, the massive liquidity buffer and definitive validation from tier-one industry partners heavily skew this binary setup toward immense upside potential.

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@acinvestorblogMar 11, 2026 · 2:05 PM

$POET heading higher. Big conference next week

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@acinvestorblogMar 10, 2026 · 8:07 PM

$POET nice close on a volatile market. With an important conference next week, i would not be surprised with a break of 7.31 this week. https://t.co/POhDNTMKhs

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@crux_capital_Mar 10, 2026 · 6:24 PM

$POET Making technical strides! The products that POET has been putting out look very very promising I am excited to cover any updates that come out of OFC and GTC in the next few weeks. There will be alot! Hopefully we get some good commercial traction here as well

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@crux_capital_Mar 8, 2026 · 7:26 PM

My strategy for investing in early-stage companies... I get lots of questions about companies like $POET $LWLG $ALMU etc. These companies appeal to many investors becuase they are early. Sometimes being early comes at a cost. You face execution risk Commercialization risk Dilution risk But if you pick a long ter winner, you get exposed to significant upside. There are really two ways to play these companies. You can either position yourself before the inflection point (typically this is proof of commercialization). Or you wait until you get this proof and then take a position. There is no 'right' way to do it necessarily. It's just dependent on the level of risk you want. Being earlier carries more risk but more potential upside. So, how do I position my portfolio to have exposure to these earlier, higher-risk companies? If you haven't read my tagged post yet, go read it. My strategy here really isn't that different. It just falls earlier on the time line. I will use $POET as an example today because I know many people have followed me for that coverage My process so far has looked like this: I first heard about $POET early last summer. I was compelled by the science the more I researched, and I saw potential in the optics supercycle that was to come. So I took a starter position. Then every time they hit certain milestones that felt like progress, I bought some more. Some concrete examples of this for me were the following: - Their $5M purchase order - Partnering with QCi for 3.2T - Celestial AI being acquired by Marvell Every subsequent milestone the company gets more 'de-risked', I increase my position size, regardless of the share price. Obviously I want to time my buys well, but for theses companies if the thesis is right it won't matter if I'm buying at 6 or 5. Now here is the other reality. If they don't hit milestones, then I trim my position. This hasn't happened yet, but here are some milestones I am watching: - Additional significant dilution without meaningful business updates prior - 5m purchase order delayed - Lack of additional orders for CY26 This is generally how I approach these companies at this stage. Belief in the tech, the story, and the management is what gets me in the door. Then execution is what keeps me in. For every company I track, I have a catalyst & milestone calendar that I track that keeps me locked in and helps me build conviction over time Hope you found this helpful and let's you see into my brain a bit! This is just for educational purposes. Not financial advice. Again, investing in pre-commercial companies carries significant risk.

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@investmentguru_Mar 6, 2026 · 12:16 PM

$POET – long term Setup in the AI Infrastructure Race $POET is positioning itself at the center of the next wave of AI data center infrastructure. The company develops photonic integrated packaging built on its Optical Interposer platform, a technology designed to integrate electronic and photonic components on a single chip using semiconductor-style manufacturing. In simple terms, POET enables data centers to move data using light instead of copper — a critical advantage as AI workloads demand faster, more efficient data transfer. The long-term thesis revolves around the explosive growth of AI infrastructure and the increasing demand for optical interconnects. POET’s patented platform aims to replace costly, hand-assembled optical components with scalable manufacturing, making high-speed photonics more accessible for large-scale deployment. A major validation came through the Marvell acquisition of Celestial AI, whose photonic fabric architecture is built on POET’s Optical Interposer platform. That deal effectively positioned POET as a key supplier within a rapidly expanding AI hardware ecosystem. Operational progress is also taking shape. Production capability in Malaysia is active, and the company has already secured orders tied to next-generation optical engines. As data centers transition toward faster networking standards, POET’s technology could become increasingly relevant. From a technical perspective, the chart structure continues to show constructive price action with higher lows building underneath a key resistance area. Patterns like this often signal accumulation as investors position ahead of potential catalysts. That said, this remains an early-stage semiconductor company. Revenue is still minimal and profitability has not yet been achieved, meaning execution and production scaling will be critical going forward. Dilution risk and short interest also add volatility to the story. POET sits at the intersection of AI infrastructure and next-generation optical connectivity. The technology is compelling, partnerships are meaningful, and the industry tailwinds are strong. The opportunity is significant — but so is the execution risk. High conviction narrative, high volatility profile. Not financial advice. Do your own research.

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@aleabitoredditMar 6, 2026 · 8:54 AM

@james_kittiphan I just found $POET to be low downside risk given they're sitting on like $400m cash with a $1B MC. Then $MRVL probably won't swap them out for 2028-2029 commercialization ramp. That being said, will sit on close to $0 revenue for awhile, so I personally found maybe waiting latter half of 2026 is probably better. For others who have the patience now, seems like good upside for the wait.

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@crux_capital_Mar 4, 2026 · 3:43 AM

🚨Is $LITE coming for $POET? Lumentum recently announced it's push to provide ELS aimed at CPO This is a major market for $POET And carries serious implications How do I read this development? Let's dig in... Lumentum's recent statements regarding External Light Sources (ELS) in their earnings call and again at Morgan Stanley signal a major strategic shift that strongly validates the market $POET is targeting, while simultaneously introducing Lumentum as a formidable direct competitor in the ELS module space. For context, $LITE already sells optical components and transceiver modules into the data center networking ecosystem. What’s notable in their recent commentary is the emphasis on ELS modules specifically designed for next-generation AI architectures and Co-Packaged Optics (CPO). Let's dig into what Lumentum is saying about ELS and what it means for POET. 1. Expanding Positioning Within the Optical Stack Lumentum has stated it now has a “clear line of sight” into the broader ELS market and intends to participate more holistically by building pluggable ELS modules. An ELS module is not a full optical transceiver. Instead, it acts as a centralized light engine that generates and stabilizes laser output, which can then feed multiple optical engines located near compute or switch silicon. This architecture is designed for next-generation systems where optical engines are co-packaged with switching or AI processors. 2. Dramatically Higher Revenue Content Lumentum has indicated that by selling a packaged ELS module rather than just laser content within another assembly, they can capture two to two-and-a-half times more revenue content per unit. This reflects a move up the value chain where they would be supplying a higher-level subsystem rather than just photonic components. Higher dollar content per AI rack means stronger strategic positioning in next-generation data center architectures. 3. Providing Turnkey Optical Solutions While some companies (such as NVIDIA) have deep internal optical engineering expertise, many new participants entering the AI infrastructure ecosystem do not. Lumentum has noted that new partners increasingly want turnkey optical solutions rather than having to integrate raw lasers themselves. ELS modules simplify that integration by providing stabilized light sources that can plug directly into optical engines used in AI networking systems. 4. Addressing the CPO Serviceability Problem Co-Packaged Optics places optical engines extremely close to high-power switch ASICs or AI accelerators to reduce electrical trace length and improve power efficiency. However, embedding lasers directly next to those chips creates a reliability concern where if a laser fails, replacing it could require replacing the entire compute board. ELS architectures address this by keeping the lasers in a separate pluggable module. If a laser degrades or fails, the module can be replaced without disturbing the expensive compute hardware. So, what does this mean for $POET ? A good bit of POET’s product roadmap, including the LightBar, Starlight, and Blazar product lines, is centered on providing packaged light source solutions designed for AI optical engines and CPO architectures. Lumentum’s aggressive positioning in this area has several implications. 1. Strong Market Validation POET’s core thesis is that next-generation AI infrastructure will require externalized light engines to power chip-to-chip optical communication. Lumentum’s statements that the market needs turnkey ELS modules, particularly as new participants enter the AI ecosystem, reinforce that this is becoming an important architectural layer in future data centers. When a large incumbent emphasizes the same architecture, it suggests the market opportunity is real. 2. Direct and Resource-Rich Competition Lumentum is now positioning itself as a supplier of ELS modules rather than just participating at the component level. Where POET integrates third-party DFB lasers through partnerships such as Sivers Semiconductors into its Optical Interposer platform, Lumentum can vertically integrate by packaging its own Indium Phosphide (InP) lasers inside ELS modules. Vertical integration provides advantages in supply control, reliability heritage and manufacturing scale. Those factors matter in hyperscale deployments and shouldn't be understated. 3. The Packaging vs. Vertical Integration Dynamic - With Lumentum actively pursuing the ELS market, POET’s differentiation centers on its Optical Interposer architecture. POET claims its platform enables wafer-scale passive attachment of lasers and optical components, eliminating expensive manual alignment processes common in photonic packaging. If scalable at yield, this could significantly reduce optical module assembly cost. - Also, high-performance optical communication lasers require Indium Phosphide (InP). POET has suggested that architectures like its Blazar light source could reduce the intensity of InP usage relative to traditional laser implementations. If accurate, this could be beneficial in an environment where InP supply remains constrained (which we have discussed extensively the last few months) - Lumentum is emphasizing the reliability of its lasers, originally engineered for demanding telecom applications such as long-haul and undersea networks, as a key advantage for AI infrastructure. For POET, demonstrating that third-party lasers integrated on its Optical Interposer meet hyperscaler reliability requirements will be critical for large-scale deployment. So the TLDR; The ELS layer is becoming an even more important and relevant architectural component of AI data center networking. It is part of how next-generation AI infrastructure may be designed. Lumentum’s entry validates the opportunity. But it also means companies like POET must demonstrate cost, reliability, and scalable manufacturing as they ramp production, including their Malaysia manufacturing partnerships, in order to compete in a market that is rapidly attracting large, vertically integrated incumbents. If you enjoyed this post please do share!

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@kaizen_investorMar 2, 2026 · 10:05 PM

$QUBT is taking big strides to make quantum tech a reality, though the stock slipped 1.5% after earnings. The main takeaway is their pivot from pure research to physical manufacturing. While actual revenue is tiny, just under $200k, it tripled year-over-year. Crucially, they raised a massive $750 million, securing a long runway to handle rising operating expenses. They recently opened their first chip factory, are planning a second, and acquired Luminar Semiconductor to bring supply chains in-house. A new AI partnership with $POET also shows strong commercial promise. Ultimately, QUBT is burning cash rapidly but now has the deep pockets needed to bring ambitious products to market.

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@acinvestorblogMar 2, 2026 · 6:17 PM

$POET All eyes on POET Technologies 👇 Nvidia's push into advanced optics validates the thesis for companies like POET. This is all about accelerating high-speed, energy-efficient optical networking for AI data centers. "Nvidia is investing $2 billion in Coherent to secure optical technology supply for next-gen data centers"

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@dustinhuntwnMar 2, 2026 · 5:09 PM

$POET Here's the Trail: Lumentum Partnership Laser Integration: POET is working with Lumentum to use its Directly Modulated Lasers (DMLs) and integrated drivers within POET's transmit optical engines. Product Target: This collaboration supports 400G, 800G, and 1.6T pluggable transceivers for hyperscale data centers. Market Significance: Working with Lumentum allows POET to implement DMLs at these high data rates for the first time in the industry, benefiting from Lumentum's high-quality laser manufacturing. And Lumentum just got $2.X Billion from $NVDA for photonics R&D. Just connect the dots!

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@crux_capital_Mar 1, 2026 · 3:43 AM

@HyperTechInvest Good question! For me I like to be early with a starter and then DCA as the conviction builds. I'd rather be too early than too late. But that being said, I leave money on the sidelines for certain progress markers. $Poet receiving their 5m order was one. $Almu latest earnings call was another. So at each milestone I think shows progress, I take some more. Once either one gets a significant 1) order or 2) partner, they will see lots of inflow IMO But the frustrating part about getting in early is dilution (so far only on POET side, but ALMU I hope will raise soon because that would show a greater inflection).

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@crux_capital_Feb 27, 2026 · 12:58 AM

$POET The Commercialization Engine is Humming🚨 We got another interview! Exciting times... Before we dive in I want to address some things. Following the recent capital raise, investor sentiment was mixed, with many frustrated by a lack of clarity on timelines and understanding capital allocation. I honestly think management heard that. They are clearly making an effort to put themselves out there in the capacity that they are legally allowed (NDA's etc.) Also, in the video released today, we got a look inside the actual manufacturing facilities. For a company often labeled a "science project," seeing the physical reality of the production floor is a necessary step in continuing to build trust. They are moving from telling the story to showing the results. As an investor I appreciate that. Last month, I broke down the "5 crumbs" from Raju’s first big 2026 interview. That post focused on the tech being ready. This update is about the business infrastructure being ready. So let's dig in to some of the biggest takeaways and what they signal! 1. The "Bigger Than Before" Pipeline “We expect several of these to convert into committed development programs... these programs will be for companies that are even bigger than the ones we have announced before.” Hyperscale giants? GPU king? Maybe. The key phrase here is "committed development programs" and this indicates that potential customers are beginning to allocate their own engineering resources to test POET’s integration into their 2027 roadmaps. 2. The Hard Clock: 3 to 4 Quarters “We have a healthy number of units scheduled to ship over the next 3 to 4 quarters... our near-term focus is on finishing qualification and getting our production lines ready.” In my Jan 17th post, I called 2026 a "show me" year. Raju has now provided the specific schedule. The pipeline includes 100G LR4 engines for ADTRAN, 800G engines, and External Light Sources (ELS). He noted that the revenue ramp has begun, though the immediate focus remains on finishing the final "qualification" steps. This is the transition from prototype shipments to recurring production shipments. 3. The Shift to Scaling “Up to now, much of our progress has centered on technology development... but our focus has shifted to commercialization - to scaling production and generating meaningful recurring revenue.” IMO this marks an even more solid end of POET’s era as a pure research entity. Management is explicitly shifting their internal priority to commercialization and recurring revenue. Moving from one-off developmental orders to a predictable monthly shipping volume is what will ultimately drive a more stable valuation. 4. The "Platform" Strategy “Many want us to supply the optical engines... others want to integrate their own devices onto our optical interposer platform.” This confirms POET’s dual-track strategy. They can sell the complete engine, or they can act as the chassis (the Interposer) for other companies' proprietary chips and lasers. This validates the Optical Interposer as a flexible platform that doesn't just compete with other components, but can actually host them. Closing Proof: The Adtran OFC Signal Just before this interview dropped, we saw another market signal. Adtran is already teasing "big plans" for OFC 2026 next month. Given that Raju named Adtran’s 100G LR4 as one of the first products hitting the production line, this conference will likely be the first public look at POET hardware working inside a Tier 1 partner's equipment. Final Thoughts The recent Shenzhen award was a technical win. This interview is the commercial roadmap. We’ve seen the facilities, we’ve heard about the bigger pipeline, and we have a 3-4 quarter window to watch the shipments hit the ledger. As I said in my last update, we still need to see these production orders fully cleared with high yields. The tech is there and the execution is the only thing left to prove. Please always do your due diligence. This is a high-growth, high-risk play. Don't blindly follow the hype but rather understand the risks of a production ramp. https://t.co/nT2cBAgCE2

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@crux_capital_Feb 26, 2026 · 1:00 PM

$POET Investors you might find this interesting So we all are excited about POET in Celestial AI/Marvell We don't have any meaningful details yet, but the assumption is that POET is supplying their ELS to Celestial AI who was recently acquired by $MRVL with big plans (read quoted posted for more details) So I was just going back over some interviews with POET management and re-listened to the @Stocktwits interview with CRO Raghu Karki. He said something that stood out to me "We are more into product sales and one good thing is we have some stickiness to our products, right? Once a customer designs their product with our engines inside, it's usually there's two ways, right? One way is that customers will like it because it's so easy to use, so easy to manufacture and all that. So that's one form of stickiness. The other form of stickiness is that it's difficult for customer to take that away and then use a traditional solution. Why would they do it when the solution works so well and it's so easy to implement" Hmm... Sure sounds to me like he is supporting the idea that Marvell would be hard pressed to find an alternative solution for POET's ELS and that POET would be embedded in that product line for years to come, capturing their portion of that extreme revenue ramp that Marvell is projecting Just speculating here, but the dots could be connected.

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