The collaboration between Pure Storage and Kioxia Corporation promises to revolutionize hyperscale data centers by addressing the limitations of hard disk drives. Focused on all-flash storage, this partnership enhances speed, scalability, and energy efficiency.
Equinix boosts its renewable energy portfolio with a new power purchase agreement (PPA) with Sembcorp Power. This strategic move secures 58.5 MWp of solar energy in Singapore, advancing the commitment to sustainability.
Vodafone joins a prestigious group delving into quantum computing with Digital Catapult. Focused on telecom challenges, such as the “Steiner Tree” problem, Vodafone seeks to harness quantum technology’s potential.
The GTI’s global recruitment drive for its Intelligent RAN, Ubiquitous AI Project seeks to explore the potential of integrating AI with 5G-Advanced networks. By creating open research labs globally, it aims to pioneer innovative applications, enhancing network performance and unlocking new opportunities.
Equinix has teamed up with the National University of Singapore to launch a groundbreaking Co-Innovation Facility aimed at enhancing sustainable technologies for data centers. By focusing on energy efficiency, this initiative represents Equinix’s Data Centre of the Future Initiative, central to their ongoing sustainability goals.
Japanese telecom giant NTT Docomo, alongside global partners, has demonstrated AI-powered enhancements for 6G, achieving an 18% boost in communication efficiency. This breakthrough uses AI to optimize modulation and channel estimation, enabling faster, smarter networks.
OVHcloud, a pioneer in European cloud services, significantly targets eco-friendly solutions. With Science-Based Targets initiative’s approval, the provider aligns with the Paris Agreement, aspiring to a 73.4% reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.
Equinix is investing USD $260 million to develop SG6, a sustainable data center in Singapore, designed for AI and compute-intensive tasks. Featuring renewable energy, liquid cooling, and rainwater harvesting, SG6 aligns with Singapore’s Green Plan 2030.
Gartner predicts AI data centers may hit operational limits by 2027 due to power shortages, driven by surging AI and GenAI energy demands. As electricity needs rise, organizations must adapt by securing long-term power contracts and exploring efficient alternatives.
Celebrating 20 years of innovation, Softsource vBridge marks its expansion into Nelson, elevating its IT solutions. This strategic move allows the New Zealand-owned ICT leader to offer localized support, reflecting on adaptability to market changes.
