In recent years, Uptime Institute has published regular reports examining both the rate and causes of data center and IT service outages. The reports, which
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Phoenix Data Center Market Expands to Mesa and Goodyear
Last week we continued our special report series on the Phoenix data center market with a look at some of the key factors driving demand.
The Semiconductor Roadmap Embraces Innovative Thermal Management Technologies
In this edition of Voices of the Industry, Paul Hofemann, Chief Strategy Officer of JetCool, outlines the semiconductor roadmap progression and explores critical thermal challenges
Containment Strategies in High Density Data Centers
Last week we continued our article series on the challenges of keeping IT equipment cool in high density environments. This week, we outline some potential
The Big Short and The Data Center Sector: What History Tells Us
For the past two weeks, data center investors, analysts and operators have been debating a headline-making prediction from Jim Chanos, a high-profile investor known for
ESG – The Unanticipated Roadmap to ROI
In this edition of Voices of the Industry, Shannon Hulbert, CEO of Opus Interactive, explores how ESG initiatives can be good for the planet and
Vantage Lines Up $300 Million Green Loan to Expand in Ashburn
Vantage Data Centers has closed on a $300 million “green loan” from Societe Generale to support the construction of a new data center on its
Cloud price increases damage trust
In general, the prices of cloud services either remain level or decrease. There are occasional price increases, but these are typically restricted to specific features;
Microsoft Taps UPS Batteries to Help Add Wind Power to Ireland’s Grid
Microsoft data centers will soon begin sharing energy from their battery storage systems with Ireland’s power grid, a move designed to help bring more wind
Microsoft and Google Invest in Blockchain Software to Make Clouds Greener
Microsoft and Google are investing in FlexiDAO, a software platform that uses blockchain technology to provide more detailed energy tracking, making it easier for these