It is the world’s first internet system that can transmit data at a speed of 1.2 terabits per second, several times faster than normal speeds in the world, a statement from Tsinghua University said. The trials will begin from July 31.

Press conference held by Tsinghua University on November 13, announcing 1.2 terabit/second Internet connection. Photo: Tan Hoa XA
Tsinghua University considers it the first project in the industry built entirely with domestic technology. Additionally, according to Xinhua News AgencyThe report posted on Tsinghua University’s website also emphasized Huawei’s contribution.
In August, Huawei caused a stir when it released a 5G smartphone with a sophisticated processor, an entirely domestic product.
However, in February this year, Huawei’s global rival Nokia Corporation (headquartered in Finland) also announced that it had achieved speeds of 1.2 terabit per second over a 118 km long fiber optic cable line across Asia and Europe.