AI has fundamentally changed how organizations build, scale, and invest in their networks. The 2026 Bandwidth Report Executive Summary highlights key findings from Zayo’s latest research, revealing how nearly 6,000 customer purchasing decisions are reshaping the future of connectivity.  

Get a high-level view of the trends transforming network infrastructure, including:  

• How AI has permanently changed bandwidth planning
• The rise of 400G Wavelengths as the new networking standard  
• Record growth in Long Haul Dark Fiber demand  
• How enterprise AI adoption is driving larger network investments  
• Why AI-native providers are becoming major infrastructure buyers