Abu Dhabi, Microsoft, Core42 unite to build AI-powered sovereign cloud

Abu Dhabi is teaming up with Microsoft and Core42 to develop a sovereign cloud, capable of handling 11 million daily digital interactions. The initiative, part of a $3.54 billion digital strategy, aims to automate 100% of government processes. Powered by Microsoft Azure and G42’s AI expertise, the project sets a global benchmark for AI-driven governance and data sovereignty in the UAE. Read all

Backblaze strengthens Canadian presence with deployment at Cologix’s Toronto data center

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Hut 8 to build $2.5B AI, Bitcoin data center in Louisiana

Hut 8 is investing $2.5 billion to develop a 300MW AI and Bitcoin mining data center in Louisiana’s West Feliciana Parish. The 592-acre River Bend Campus will create up to 2,000 construction jobs. The first phase includes two 450,000 sq. ft. facilities, set for completion by Q4 2025. Hut 8 continues expanding its AI and high-performance computing footprint, reinforcing its position in the digital infrastructure market. Read all

BCG report: Private investment in AI, digital infrastructure gains momentum

Private investment in infrastructure is stabilizing, with Boston Consulting Group’s latest report highlighting a surge in AI and digital infrastructure spending. Data centers alone attracted a record $50B in 2024, up from $11B in 2020. Despite cautious fundraising, investor interest in energy transition and AI-driven assets remains strong. With capital deployment expected to accelerate in 2025, digital transformation and renewables are shaping the future of infrastructure investment. Read all

Amazon to end local voice processing on Alexa, pushing all Commands to cloud

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Core Capital unveils Cartagon.ai to fuel Europe’s AI cloud growth

Core Capital Investments has launched Cartagon.ai, a €30M AI cloud platform offering scalable Nvidia-powered infrastructure across Europe. Designed for efficiency and sustainability, the Spain-based platform eliminates water consumption and aligns with UN environmental goals. Cartagon.ai aims to lower AI adoption barriers, providing businesses with high-performance computing without heavy hardware investments. The move strengthens Core Capital’s foothold in the AI-driven cloud market. Read all

Google bets big on cybersecurity with historic $32B Wiz acquisition

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Oracle unleashes $5B cloud investment to power UK’s AI ambitions

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Chevron eyes data center market with natural gas-powered facilities

Chevron is making a bold move into the data center industry, planning multiple U.S. sites powered by natural gas. Targeting regions with surging demand, the company aims to deploy 1GW facilities by 2027-2028, bypassing traditional grids. With customer interest high, Chevron is leveraging its energy expertise to meet the rapid growth of AI and cloud computing infrastructure. Read all

Oracle Red Bull Racing leverages AI, cloud advancements for 2025 F1 season

As the 2025 Formula One season starts, Oracle Red Bull Racing is enhancing its partnership with Oracle. They are focusing on using new cloud and AI technologies to improve their race performances. These technologies help develop better race strategies and boost interaction with fans throughout the season. Read all

AI data center boom continues despite industry bubble concerns

AI data center investments show no signs of slowing, with CoreWeave partnering with Bulk Infrastructure for a massive Nvidia-powered deployment in Norway. Meanwhile, SoftBank is transforming a former Sharp factory in Japan into an AI-focused facility, and xAI has doubled its Memphis GPU cluster. Despite growing skepticism about AI’s long-term profitability, infrastructure spending continues to outpace enterprise AI adoption. Read all

Sarah Armstrong-Smith on cybersecurity, crisis Management, future of digital resilience

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Google to build $3B AI data center campus in Oklahoma

Google has chosen Stillwater, Oklahoma, for a massive AI data center campus, marking a significant investment in the state’s tech infrastructure. The 400-acre site could see up to $3 billion in development, boosting local employment and economic growth. Under a tax incentive plan, Google will contribute nearly $900,000 to Stillwater’s schools and public services. This move cements Oklahoma’s rising status in the data center industry. Read all

 

 

 

 

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