du’s announcement to develop a hyperscale data center with Microsoft is a game-changer for UAE’s digital infrastructure. This AED 2 billion venture highlights Dubai’s commitment to digital innovation, enhancing du’s ability to meet growing cloud demands.
Adani Group plans to invest $10 billion to expand data center infrastructure across India, targeting AI growth and outsourcing demand. With major centers planned and collaborations underway, the initiative aligns with a national push toward digital services and expansion into smaller cities supported by favorable government policies.
Fujitsu is spearheading innovation in data center energy efficiency, partnering with Supermicro and Nidec to develop a cutting-edge liquid-cooling solution. This advancement could enhance energy efficiency by up to 40%, crucial for meeting AI workload demands.
Several subsea cables in the Baltic Sea were damaged in November, sparking fears of sabotage. Swedish investigators found no clear proof of deliberate action, though suspicions remain. A Chinese vessel, present during the incident, is under scrutiny.
A group of major European telecoms, including Vodafone and Orange, urges urgent EU, UK, and NATO action to protect subsea cables amid rising hybrid threats. Citing recent incidents and geopolitical tensions, the coalition supports enhanced cross-border collaboration and the EU’s Cable Security Action Plan to safeguard Europe’s connectivity.
The U.S. Department of Energy has identified 16 federal sites for future AI data centers, leveraging existing power infrastructure. This initiative, aiming for completion by 2027, supports a federal strategy to bolster AI capabilities. Proposed locations include national labs and decommissioned nuclear sites.
Microsoft has canceled several planned data center projects across the U.S. and Europe, totaling around 2 GW of capacity. Analysts suggest this signals an oversupply or strategic cost-cutting amid AI investment concerns. While Microsoft remains committed to AI, the move raises questions about market stability.
Segro and Pure DC have launched a £1 billion joint venture to develop a 30,000 sqm, 56MW data center in Park Royal, West London. This marks Segro’s first fully fitted data center, aiming to attract a top hyperscaler.
The E2A transpacific subsea cable promises to revolutionize telecommunications infrastructure, linking Japan and the USA by 2028. Connecting major regions like Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan to the US, this project is backed by telecom giants Chunghwa Telecom, SoftBank, SK Broadband, and Verizon.
Oracle’s $5 billion investment in the UK’s data center expansion aims to bolster cloud computing and AI infrastructure over the next five years, aligning with the UK’s sovereign data processing regulations and AI strategy. This move enhances Oracle’s cloud infrastructure, boosting AI services and aiding the UK’s digital transformation.
