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On-Demand data center interconnection platform deploys PoP
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On-Demand data center interconnection platform deploys PoP

Datacenter.com's new Amsterdam facility sees the deployment of DCspine's PoP, enhancing cloud service connectivity across 30+ Netherlands-based data centres.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
Equinix to acquire Infomart in $800 million deal
Hyperscale

Equinix to acquire Infomart in $800 million deal

Equinix to acquire Infomart Dallas in $800m deal, enhancing its global platform and expanding its presence in the Dallas market.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2018
Frankfurt to overtake London with largest data centre cluster in EU
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Frankfurt to overtake London with largest data centre cluster in EU

Frankfurt is preparing for substantial extra growth over the next year, with more than 11 data centre expansions announced by major providers.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Equinix continues to dominate Cloudscene's data center leaderboard
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Equinix continues to dominate Cloudscene's data center leaderboard

Equinix has topped Cloudscene's final data center leaderboard for 2017, dominating all regions for the fourth consecutive quarter.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
Equinix CEO leaves company after 11 years over poor judgment in employee matter
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Equinix CEO leaves company after 11 years over poor judgment in employee matter

Steve Smith resigns as Equinix CEO after 11 years due to poor judgment in an employee matter, with Peter Van Camp stepping in as interim CEO.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2018
Gartner provides recommendations around Equinix CEO's abrupt departure
DataCentre infrastructure

Gartner provides recommendations around Equinix CEO's abrupt departure

Equinix CEO Steve Smith steps down, leading to uncertainty in the datacenter industry. No immediate impact expected.

By Ted Chamberlin • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2018
Accelerating global interconnection with the acquisition of Metronode
DataCentre infrastructure

Accelerating global interconnection with the acquisition of Metronode

This US$792 million acquisition of Metronode will see us expand our reach in the country, which has been called for by a number of our customers.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Jan 2018
New year, new privacy regulations - are you ready?
DataCentre infrastructure

New year, new privacy regulations - are you ready?

Ensuring Personal Information Protection (PIP) and privacy is a world and industry-wide concern among enterprises and service providers alike.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Just 20 metros generate 59% of worldwide colocation revenue
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Just 20 metros generate 59% of worldwide colocation revenue

Just 20 metro areas, including Tokyo, London, and New York, generate 59% of global colocation revenues, with retail accounting for 72% of Q3 earnings.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
How to speak like a data center geek: Artificial intelligence
DataCentre infrastructure

How to speak like a data center geek: Artificial intelligence

Explore key AI concepts in our 'Data Center Geek' series, from algorithms to deep learning, and discover how interconnection powers these advancements.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2018
Data center giants Equinix & Digital Realty make 2017 a record year for M&As
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Data center giants Equinix & Digital Realty make 2017 a record year for M&As

Entering 2018, there are also four additional major deals that have been agreed to but not yet closed that are worth over $2.6 billion.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2018
Understanding artificial intelligence and machine learning in digital business
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Understanding artificial intelligence and machine learning in digital business

Machine learning is pivotal in AI, enhancing decision-making in robotics and enterprise applications alike. Major firms are integrating sophisticated AI tools.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2017
How to deploy data exchanges and integration for data monetization
DataCentre infrastructure

How to deploy data exchanges and integration for data monetization

These and other digital business models are predominately based on data exchanges, which are now a pre-requisite for doing digital business at scale.

By Julia Gabel • 7 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2017

Stories from Other Regions

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5 reasons why Japan is a global data center powerhouse
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5 reasons why Japan is a global data center powerhouse

Japan's global data center dominance stems from robust tech talent, unique standards, Asia Pacific's largest market, and major global players' presence.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Mar 2018
'Huat' does Interconnection mean during Chinese New Year?
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'Huat' does Interconnection mean during Chinese New Year?

Chinese New Year marks a peak in personal and business interactions in Asia, driving record network traffic in eCommerce, travel, and entertainment sectors.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018
AT&T expands network into Equinix data centers
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AT&T expands network into Equinix data centers

AT-T and Equinix are expanding their relationship to offer AT-T Switched Ethernet Service with Network on Demand to businesses in Equinix data centers.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2018
Best data center company to work for in Asia named
DataCentre infrastructure

Best data center company to work for in Asia named

HR Asia survey reveals best and worst companies to work for in Singapore, with Equinix taking home an award. #HRAsia #SingaporeCompanies.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2018
Equinix helps Kingsoft expand into Southeast Asia
DataCentre infrastructure

Equinix helps Kingsoft expand into Southeast Asia

One of the motivations behind the expansion into Southeast Asia for Kingsoft is the growing mobile application market.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017