AI Boom Requires Quality Fiber to Expand

RVA CEO explained that AI use will rapidly increase, and fiber will help.

Abby Larkin

May 27, 2026 — 1 min read

Screenshot of RVA CEO Michael Render during a webinar on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

WASHINGTON, May 27, 2026 – Researchers believe artificial intelligence’s disruption is massive and will require the best broadband to deliver the access that users require because of the growing demand for AI.

Michael Render, CEO of RVA, a research agency, discussed the topic in a Fiber Broadband Association webinar on Wednesday.

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