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Why Lumen is the
Trusted Network for AI
When top industry analysts gathered at the 2025 Lumen Analyst Forum, one message stood out loud and clear: we’re moving fast in the right direction. And we’re positioned to lead as businesses race toward AI-first operations.
Here’s what they’re saying about our transformation:
“Lumen's plan is bold, audacious, and underappreciated.1”
— Omdia
“Lumen is in a favorable position to provide AI-related connectivity due to its extensive intercity fiber network and time-to-market advantage.2”
— Steve Vachon, TBR
“[Lumen’s] vision is very much paired to being the best positioned provider to deliver AI-ready connectivity to AI data centers and facilities.3”
— Gary Barton, GlobalData
“Lumen is undergoing a profound transformation…to a forward-looking AI infrastructure powerhouse.4”
— IDC analysts
“Lumen's plan is bold, audacious, and underappreciated.1”
— Omdia
“Lumen is in a favorable position to provide AI-related connectivity due to its extensive intercity fiber network and time-to-market advantage.2”
— Steve Vachon, TBR
“[Lumen’s] vision is very much paired to being the best positioned provider to deliver AI-ready connectivity to AI data centers and facilities.3”
— Gary Barton, GlobalData
“Lumen is undergoing a profound
transformation … to a forward-looking AI infrastructure powerhouse.4”
— IDC analysts
Where network strategy meets customer priorities
Analysts see Lumen as the AI-ready infrastructure provider the market needs—and customer data backs them up. Our latest Voice of the Customer survey shows overwhelming demand for ultra-low latency, cloud-based controls and multicloud connectivity.
of ITDMs are interested in Lumen connectivity solutions that deliver ≤5ms latency from edge to core5
of IT leaders believe that a multiuse port will help scale networking services faster while reducing overhead costs5
of ITDMs seek a networking solution that offers cloud-based controls, simplified management and a pay-as-you-go model5
of ITDMs agree that multicloud network connectivity is a key component of AI strategy5
Where network strategy meets customer priorities
Analysts see Lumen as the AI-ready infrastructure provider the market needs—and customer data backs them up. Our latest Voice of the Customer survey shows overwhelming demand for ultra-low latency, cloud-based controls and multicloud connectivity.
of ITDMs are interested in Lumen connectivity solutions that deliver ≤5ms latency from edge to core5
of IT leaders believe that a multiuse port will help scale networking services faster while reducing overhead costs5
of ITDMs seek a networking solution that offers cloud-based controls, simplified management and a pay-as-you-go model5
of ITDMs agree that multicloud network connectivity is a key component of AI strategy5
Analyst insights and customer needs point to one thing:
AI demands more from the network. And Lumen delivers.
We’re shaping tomorrow’s digital landscape with three primary capabilities to help enterprises stay ahead of market disruption, cybersecurity threats and data growth, making Lumen a go-to partner for AI-driven transformation:
Speed-to-market
Hyperscaler partnerships help drive AI adoption
Security
Edge-driven defense for AI workloads
Scale
Largest ultra-low-loss intercity fiber network in North America
Speed-to-market
Hyperscaler partnerships help drive AI adoption
Security
Edge-driven defense for AI workloads
Scale
Largest ultra-low-loss intercity fiber network in North America
The Lumen Network: Built for what the market demands
Lumen is building one of the nation’s largest AI-ready connectivity backbone.
projected intercity fiber miles by end of 2028
on-net buildings with direct fiber access
upgrades toward 400 Gbps capability
of capacity deployed and 500+ 400G customer wave circuits installed on Lumen NGO.
The Lumen Network: Built for what the market demands
Lumen is building one of the nation’s largest AI-ready connectivity backbone.
projected intercity fiber miles by end of 2028
on-net buildings with direct fiber access
upgrades toward 400 Gbps capability
of capacity deployed and 500+ 400G customer wave circuits installed on Lumen NGO.
The Lumen Network: Built for what the market demands
Lumen is building one of the nation’s largest AI-ready connectivity backbone.
projected intercity fiber miles by end of 2028
on-net buildings with direct fiber access
upgrades toward 400 Gbps capability
of capacity deployed and 500+ 400G customer wave circuits installed on Lumen NGO.
Backed by industry experts. Validated by customers.
Lumen delivers the trusted foundation for AI-driven business.
1Omdia, Lumen is “swinging for the fence” by building the biggest AI network in the US, September 2025.
2TBR, Lumen Transforms From Legacy Telco to Modern Technology Infrastructure Company, October 2025.
3GlobalData, Lumen Seeks to be the AI-Ready Networking Partner of Choice for Enterprises and AI Platforms, October 2025.
4IDC, Lumen’s Reinvention: Powering the AI Economy with Secure, Scalable Infrastructure and Edge-Driven Driven, October 2025.
5Quadrant, Why IT Leaders are turning to Next-Gen Networks, 2025.
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