AT&T’s latest fiber expansion into Arizona, in partnership with PRIME FiBER, showcases its commitment to bridging the digital divide. By targeting Sun City and Peoria, the initiative brings high-speed internet to underserved areas. This open-access model reduces costs while rapidly deploying broadband, enhancing AT&T’s strategic growth and affordability.
The Philippines introduces VITRO Sta. Rosa, the first GPU-powered, AI-focused hyperscale data center, marking its digital infrastructure leap. Offering GPU as a Service, VSR supports AI-driven transformation, attracting tech enterprises with its robust, secure services.
Stonepeak is making waves in AI infrastructure with Montera, a hyperscale data center platform in North America. With $1.5 billion invested, Stonepeak addresses increasing cloud and AI demands. These centers, strategically placed in Tier I and Tier II areas, promise rapid deployment and significant power capabilities.
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.
