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Spark to build data centre & surf park on Auckland's North Shore
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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ai
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cleantech
Spark secures resource consent for a new 40MW data centre in Auckland’s North Shore, using innovative heat exchange and solar power to enhance sustainability.
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Barclays partners with Microsoft to enhance digital security
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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uc
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data protection
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digital transformation
Barclays is teaming up with Microsoft to boost its security systems, leveraging AI to enhance detection and protection, securing trust in their digital framework.
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Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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manifesto
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AI-generated misinformation is sparking regulatory calls in the UK, as satirical deepfakes and digital policy gaps threaten democracy and tech leadership.
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Equinix invests USD $65 million in Chennai data centre expansion
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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dc
Equinix announces USD $65 million investment to build its first IBX data centre in Chennai by late 2024, further enhancing India's digital infrastructure and supporting AI deployment.
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Actis launches Epoch Digital to boost data infrastructure in Asia
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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taiwan
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malaysia
Actis launches Epoch Digital to bolster Asia's data centre capacity with sustainable solutions, starting with projects in Taiwan, Malaysia, and South Korea.
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Equinix invests $240 million to expand AI infrastructure
Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
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.
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Everton partners with HPE Aruba for new stadium's network infrastructure
Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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wifi
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connectivity
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hpe
Everton Football Club partners with HPE Aruba Networking for cutting-edge infrastructure at new 52,888-seat stadium, ensuring unmatched connectivity and fan experience.
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KKR & Singtel lead SGD $1.75 billion investment in STT GDC
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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dc
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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.
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AI investment surges among European startups despite challenges
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Report reveals 68% of European tech startups are leveraging AI, with investments in emerging technologies like ML and 5G shaping the future landscape.
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Milbank advises on USD $1.44 billion AdaniConneX data deal
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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edgeconnex
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digital infrastructure
Milbank LLP advises lenders on a groundbreaking USD $1.44 billion sustainability-linked financing deal for AdaniConneX’s hyperscale data centres in India.
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Investment in data centres surges, ABS gaining traction
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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emea
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Global investment in data centres hits USD $22 billion in five months, with asset-backed securitisations driving financial strategies, Linklaters reports.
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Switchboard raises USD $1.5 million to revolutionise supply chains
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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supply chain systems
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erp
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data management
Sydney-based Switchboard secures USD $1.5 million to overhaul supply chains, aiming to end manual processes and bring efficiencies across the industry.
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Vertiv unveils 2023 report with new environmental initiatives
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
Vertiv's 2023 Responsible Business Report outlines progress on sustainability and unveils the One Vertiv, One World plan to enhance environmental and community impacts.
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Survey reveals gaps in IT security training across firms
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
A survey by Hornetsecurity shows 26% of organisations lack IT security training, urging better preparedness against rising AI-driven cyber threats.
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Colt announces expansion strategy into six new Asian markets
Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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sd-wan
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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.
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Vertiv launches 360AI portfolio to meet data centre needs
Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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hpc
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vertiv
Vertiv introduces the 360AI portfolio across the EMEA regions, offering advanced power and cooling solutions to facilitate scalable AI and HPC deployments.
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Pulsant appoints Mike Hoy as new Chief Technology Officer
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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hyperscale
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edge computing
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ai
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.
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Yondr secures US$150m IFC loan for Malaysia data campus
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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digital economy
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singapore
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.
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STACK secures whopping $1.3bn for global expansion
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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melbourne
STACK Infrastructure secures USD $1.3 billion for global data centre expansion, emphasising green construction in key regions like Melbourne and Manassas.
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Orro teams with Juniper for next-gen wireless solution in Australia
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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network infrastructure
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juniper networks
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collaboration
Australia's Orro partners with Juniper Networks to launch an AI-driven wireless solution aimed at enhancing network management for educational institutions.