HotAisle November - December, 2024

NEWSLETTER

November - December 2024

UNPLUGGED

The Cloud & Data Center market in the Middle East, especially in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is witnessing new pressures as an outcome of overall growth of industry 4.0 initiatives. In this interview, Johan Nilerud, Senior Director of Strategy and Planning at Khazna Data Centers, tells us just how the market is evolving to keep up with the virtual explosion in demand, while doing the tightrope walk vis-a-vis sustainability and energy efficiency related challenges.

DASHBOARD

India’s data center industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rapid adoption of cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT). These advancements are accelerating the demand for robust and scalable data center infrastructure to handle the growing complexity and scale of digital operations. This article explores how power utilisation can be optimised for improved efficiency, sustainability and agility.

VIDEO WALL

The Indian government is set to establish domestic data storing hubs, presenting a monumental opportunity for the country’s data infrastructure landscape. This strategic initiative is expected to not only bolster data security and sovereignty but also drive significant economic growth and technological advancements. Executives from Yotta Infrastructure and Elara Capital have highlighted key developments in India's data center industry.

CENTER STAGE

India's data center landscape is expanding at an incredible pace, driven by the surging demand for digital services and cloud computing. In this rapidly evolving environment, several standout projects are setting new benchmarks in innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. Here, we bring you a closer look at some of the top data center projects across the country that are shaping the future of digital infrastructure in India.

Trend Monitor

QUICK TIP

DCIM software has been around for years but doesn’t offer visualization or predictive analysis capabilities that you need to optimize your data center operations and planning. What’s the latest tool for getting these jobs done? The digital twin: a virtual replica of your physical data center, offering a powerful approach to proactive management.  

DOWNTIME

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Data centers face mounting pressure to adapt to emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT). A researcher at Omdia notes this shift is transforming data centers from “compute and storage factories into AI factories.” To thrive, operators must redesign facilities for higher density, increased efficiency, enhanced reliability, and improved sustainability.

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