Pioneering the Future of Intelligent Connectivity
Broadcom Unveils Next-Generation AI-Ready Network Solutions
On February 3, Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO) introduced groundbreaking Wi-Fi 8 access point (AP) and switch solutions, meticulously crafted with a unified architecture to cater to the demands of AI-ready enterprise networks. These pioneering platforms are poised to redefine efficiency, performance, and security within the wireless networking landscape for businesses.
Revolutionary Wi-Fi 8 AP Platform with AI Acceleration
Building on its initial launch of Wi-Fi 8 radios in October 2025, Broadcom's new enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 8 AP platform incorporates the BCM49438, a specialized accelerated processing unit (APU) chip. This advanced chip is engineered to optimize AI acceleration and wireless networking capabilities at the enterprise edge, marking a significant leap forward in network intelligence.
Enhanced Enterprise Switching with Trident X3+ BCM56390
In conjunction with the Wi-Fi 8 AP, Broadcom also announced an enterprise-grade switch platform powered by the new Ethernet switch, Trident X3+ BCM56390. This platform integrates the company's leading multi-gigabit PHY and Power over Ethernet (PoE) power sourcing equipment chips, ensuring maximum efficiency, superior performance, and robust security for Wi-Fi 8 networks within enterprises.
Wolfe Research Upgrades Broadcom Amidst AI Sector Growth
Further underscoring its market potential, Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO) received an upgrade from Wolfe Research, moving from 'Peer Perform' to 'Outperform' with a price target of $400. This positive revision is attributed to anticipated robust demand drivers within Broadcom's AI-focused semiconductor business, particularly its competitive edge in tensor processing units. Wolfe Research projects a doubling of Broadcom's AI revenue by 2027.
Broadcom's Diverse Technology Portfolio
As a prominent multinational technology company, Broadcom Inc. excels in both semiconductor and infrastructure software products. Its semiconductor solutions span various markets, including networking connectivity, broadband, servers, storage systems, wireless device connectivity, and industrial applications. Complementing this, its infrastructure software offerings address critical areas such as cybersecurity, private cloud, mainframe software, enterprise software, and Fibre Channel storage area network management.