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Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation
Artificial Intelligence

Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation

AI-generated misinformation is sparking regulatory calls in the UK, as satirical deepfakes and digital policy gaps threaten democracy and tech leadership.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
AI investment surges among European startups despite challenges
Data Analytics

AI investment surges among European startups despite challenges

Report reveals 68% of European tech startups are leveraging AI, with investments in emerging technologies like ML and 5G shaping the future landscape.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Pulsant appoints Mike Hoy as new Chief Technology Officer
Hyperscale

Pulsant appoints Mike Hoy as new Chief Technology Officer

Pulsant has named Mike Hoy as its new CTO to lead its technology strategy, ensuring the firm's platformEDGE infrastructure meets rising AI and edge computing demands.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024

Global Stories

Equinix invests $240 million to expand AI infrastructure
Hyperscale

Equinix invests $240 million to expand AI infrastructure

Equinix has invested $240 million to expand data centres in Sydney and Melbourne, addressing AI demands with over 4,000 new cabinets and cooling solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Everton partners with HPE Aruba for new stadium's network infrastructure
Wireless Networks

Everton partners with HPE Aruba for new stadium's network infrastructure

Everton Football Club partners with HPE Aruba Networking for cutting-edge infrastructure at new 52,888-seat stadium, ensuring unmatched connectivity and fan experience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Investment in data centres surges, ABS gaining traction
Artificial Intelligence

Investment in data centres surges, ABS gaining traction

Global investment in data centres hits USD $22 billion in five months, with asset-backed securitisations driving financial strategies, Linklaters reports.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024
Switchboard raises USD $1.5 million to revolutionise supply chains
Supply Chain

Switchboard raises USD $1.5 million to revolutionise supply chains

Sydney-based Switchboard secures USD $1.5 million to overhaul supply chains, aiming to end manual processes and bring efficiencies across the industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024
Vertiv unveils 2023 report with new environmental initiatives
Supply Chain

Vertiv unveils 2023 report with new environmental initiatives

Vertiv's 2023 Responsible Business Report outlines progress on sustainability and unveils the One Vertiv, One World plan to enhance environmental and community impacts.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Survey reveals gaps in IT security training across firms
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Survey reveals gaps in IT security training across firms

A survey by Hornetsecurity shows 26% of organisations lack IT security training, urging better preparedness against rising AI-driven cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Colt announces expansion strategy into six new Asian markets
Network Infrastructure

Colt announces expansion strategy into six new Asian markets

Colt Technology Services is set to invest EUR €100 million to expand into six Asian markets, aimed at boosting digital infrastructure and cloud adoption in the APAC region.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Vertiv launches 360AI portfolio to meet data centre needs
High Performance Computing

Vertiv launches 360AI portfolio to meet data centre needs

Vertiv introduces the 360AI portfolio across the EMEA regions, offering advanced power and cooling solutions to facilitate scalable AI and HPC deployments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
STACK secures whopping $1.3bn for global expansion
Power / Energy

STACK secures whopping $1.3bn for global expansion

STACK Infrastructure secures USD $1.3 billion for global data centre expansion, emphasising green construction in key regions like Melbourne and Manassas.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Equinix invests USD $65 million in Chennai data centre expansion
Digital Transformation

Equinix invests USD $65 million in Chennai data centre expansion

Equinix is investing USD $65 million to establish its first data centre in Chennai, enhancing its presence in India's booming digital infrastructure market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Actis launches Epoch Digital to boost data infrastructure in Asia
Generative AI

Actis launches Epoch Digital to boost data infrastructure in Asia

Actis launches Epoch Digital to bolster Asia's data centre capacity with sustainable solutions, starting with projects in Taiwan, Malaysia, and South Korea.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
KKR & Singtel lead SGD $1.75 billion investment in STT GDC
Hyperscale

KKR & Singtel lead SGD $1.75 billion investment in STT GDC

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, KKR, and Singtel announce a landmark SGD $1.75 billion investment in STT GDC, marking 2024's largest Southeast Asia digital infrastructure deal.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Milbank advises on USD $1.44 billion AdaniConneX data deal
EdgeConneX

Milbank advises on USD $1.44 billion AdaniConneX data deal

Milbank LLP advises lenders on a groundbreaking USD $1.44 billion sustainability-linked financing deal for AdaniConneX's hyperscale data centres in India.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Yondr secures US$150m IFC loan for Malaysia data campus
Artificial Intelligence

Yondr secures US$150m IFC loan for Malaysia data campus

Yondr Group has secured a US$150 million loan from the International Finance Corporation for the first phase of its hyperscale data centre in Malaysia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024