Hexa Capital Consultancy and Equinix have teamed up to enhance Asia-Pacific to U.S. connectivity via the groundbreaking MYUS cable. Targeting the burgeoning digital demands in Southeast Asia, this collaboration utilizes Equinix’s strategic data centers and a high-capacity fibre optic link to empower seamless international data connectivity.
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.
PMT Security’s new division provides comprehensive security solutions for Australian data centers, aligning with the growing demands of SaaS, cloud, and AI. Based in Melbourne, the division delivers advanced security technologies, including CCTV and automation, ensuring robust asset protection.
Nokia and Microsoft have extended their partnership by five years. This collaboration focuses on equipping Azure data centers with advanced routers and switches to enhance connectivity and optimize cloud infrastructure.
In a significant development for data infrastructure, Colt Data Centre Services and RMZ announced a $1.7 billion joint venture in India, targeting the soaring demand for data centers. This partnership supports cloud computing, AI, and 5G adoption, enhancing Colt’s sites in Navi Mumbai and Ambattur, Chennai, with new expansions planned.
The escalating energy consumption by data centers poses critical challenges, with cooling systems driving immense power usage. As data centers expand, particularly to support emerging technologies like generative AI, power demands are mushrooming.
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.
As quantum technology evolves, ensuring robust VoIP security is paramount. QuintessenceLabs’ launch of its Trusted Security Foundation appliance at Equinix fortifies defenses against quantum threats.
Proximus has sold its data centers to Datacenter United, marking a major shift in Belgian telecoms. This enhances Datacenter United’s infrastructure, while Proximus remains a client under a long-term agreement.
Equinix has unveiled a staggering $15 billion initiative in collaboration with Singapore’s GIC and Canada’s Pension Plan Investment Board to enhance its U.S.-based xScale data centers. This venture is pivotal for supporting AI workloads.
