This webinar discusses the ongoing evolution of laser diodes and LEDs in various industries like consumer electronics, industrial automation, and automotive sectors. Key topics include laser diode design principles, comparisons between FPLDs (Fabry-Perot Laser Diodes) and VCSELs (Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers), diverse applications ranging from smartphone facial recognition to LiDAR systems in autonomous vehicles, and highlights of ROHM's advanced laser diode features tailored for LiDAR applications.