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Navigating the nexus: The multifaceted appeal of the data centre industry

We highlight three pivotal factors set to define the appeal of the data centre sector in the future: the integral role of AI in driving market growth; the crucial impact of education initiatives; and the importance of community engagement in shaping the industry’s trajectory. Although the immense influence of data centres on life on Earth […]


Shaping data centres for AI, sustainability and beyond

The necessity for more capacity is unsurprising but adapting to the unpredictable speed of sectoral growth in an efficient, sustainable way should hold most significance. Steve Lim, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Product at NTT Global Data Centers, dives into the heart of the digital revolution taking place, discussing how AI is set to reshape […]


Meeting modern expectations and unlocking the power of rack-scale design

Today’s data centres are being revolutionised by computing efficiency and performance. Embracing cloud-native strategies and liquid cooling, Michael McNerney, Vice President Marketing and Network Security, Supermicro, explores the transformative impact on scalability, maintenance costs and high-end processing in the digital age. As data centres increasingly become the backbone of our digital society, the paradigm for […]


Behind the surge: Examining the extreme demand for enterprise data centres across North America

More than 60 years later, in the region that pioneered one of the first data centres, North America remains steadfast and unrivalled as a global tech powerhouse, dwarfing its European counterparts. Brett Lindsey, CEO at Involta, delves into the significance of the region and underscores its continuous potential for further achievements. More than any other […]


A focus on data centre efficiency can help CIOs avoid ESG headaches

Martin Gaffney, Vice President EMEA, Yugabyte, suggests that preparation is key to answer any probing net zero questions that will inevitably arise, and why relying on a hyperscaler’s operations isn’t enough to show greener impact. Something big is on the horizon – a complex business and IT issue that you will need to confront head-on. It […]


Six key steps for sustainable networking infrastructure

As every corner of the globe is encouraged to increase their use of renewables, Mattias Fridström, Vice President and Chief Evangelist, Arelion, provides six considerations for network operators to help fast-track a greener future and ease the appetite of hungry data centres. According to the United Nations, fossil fuels, including coal, oil and gas, currently […]


Piecing the sustainable puzzle for social responsibility in the Middle East

Bjorn Viedge, General Manager at ALEC Data Center Solutions, focuses on global green goals and how these will affect Middle Eastern data centres regarding facility design, cooling and compliance. Across the Middle East, digital agendas have long been seen as the necessary underpinnings of economic growth – a way to detach from historic dependencies on […]


Rediscovering tape storage: The unconventional innovation for modern data challenges

Matt Ninesling, Senior Director of Tape Portfolio Management, Spectra Logic, highlights the secure and sustainable nature of tape storage and why its steady resurgence shouldn’t be ignored amid data explosion requirements. Data is relentlessly expanding and is slated to reach a staggering 175+ zettabytes by 2025. The unprecedented storm of data generation in recent years has […]


Embracing transformative technologies for a greener future is a golden opportunity 

The pressing issues of our era, such as environmental concerns and global crises, demand a proactive approach. Reminding us that the climate itself doesn’t have the luxury of time, Oleksandr Maidaniuk, VP of Technology, Intellias, touches on how it is paramount for swift, informed decisions to help implement sustainable practices, and how these will ensure […]


Augmenting operational resilience: The crucial role of infrastructure management in the digital era

As the world becomes more digitally dependent, effective monitoring and management are crucial for ensuring the continuity and reliability of essential services. Diego Chisena, Software and Monitoring Hardware Offering Manager, Vertiv, explores the necessity for resilient critical infrastructure and how to achieve optimal results from monitoring and management.   In today’s interconnected world, the seamless […]


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