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Mar, 2025 : Chinas Cloud Spending to Grow 15% in 2025
📅 - Spending on cloud infrastructure services in Mainland China reached US$11.1 billion in Q4 2024, a 14% year-over-year increase, according to the most recent statistics from Canalys, now a part of Omdia. Total cloud spending in Mainland China increased by 13% annually for the entire year 2024, from US$35.3 billion in 2023 to US$40.0 billion in 2024.
Demand for cloud computing has significantly increased as a result of the unexpectedly quick adoption of AI models. Enterprise clients in Mainland China are even more eager to explore and implement AI at a faster pace because to DeepSeek's remarkable performance and cost effectiveness, which have contributed to its tremendous worldwide momentum, [...][... Check source for end of article ...]
📅 - Microsoft Scales Back Data Center Leases in US and Europe - Microsoft has reportedly pulled back from a series of data center projects in the United States and Europe, signaling a recalibration of its infrastructure strategy amid evolving AI demand forecasts. According to a research note released by TD Cowen analysts this week, the tech giant has canceled projects amounting to roughly two gigawatts of power capacity over the past six months.
The move, analysts suggest, is driven by an oversupply of capacity relative to Microsofts current projections for AI workloads.
Led by analyst Michael Elias, TD Cowens report indicates that Microsofts decision to pause expansion is closely tied to its changing relationship with OpenAI, the developer of [...]
📅 - Leaseweb Leverages CDNetworks to Improve Content Delivery - Leaseweb, a global provider of cloud and dedicated hosting services, has announced a strategic partnership with CDNetworks, an Asia-Pacific content delivery network with over 2,800 global Points of Presence (PoPs). The collaboration is aimed at enhancing Leasewebs content delivery capabilities across Asia and global markets, enabling faster, more secure, and more reliable digital experiences.
The partnership is expected to reinforce Leasewebs position as a provider of low-latency, scalable content delivery services, particularly for clients in media, gaming, AdTech, and SaaS sectors. By integrating CDNetworks into its existing infrastructure, Leaseweb aims to expand the capabilities of [...]
📅 - Rack Centre Launches Green Hyperscale Data Center in Nigeria - Rack Centre, a carrier-neutral and cloud-neutral data center provider in West Africa, has unveiled its new 12-megawatt (MW) hyperscale facility, LGS2, positioning Nigeria as a rising force in the continent's digital infrastructure landscape. Rack Centres new LGS2 data center is built for hyperscale and AI workloads with a focus on sustainability.
Speaking during a media briefing and guided tour of the facility at the companys headquarters in Lagos, Rack Centre CEO Lars Johannisson emphasized the innovation and environmental stewardship that underpin the development of LGS2. According to Mr. Johannisson, the facility was designed from the ground up to achieve the regions lowest Power Usage [...]
📅 - Arelion Expands Texas Network with Three New Routes - Global network backbone provider Arelionhas announced a strategic expansion of its North American infrastructure with the deployment of three fully diversified mesh network routes in Texas. The new network routes would form a robust ring connecting Austin, Dallas, and Houston, and include added capacity between Austin, San Antonio, and El Paso.
This move is aimed at enhancing data flow efficiency across Texas while supporting the regions growing demand for AI, machine learning (ML), and cloud applications.
The expansion positions Arelion to provide greater route diversity and resilience for East-West and cross-border traffic, especially for data traveling between Mexico and the rapidly [...]
📅 - Exclusive Networks NA Named Fortinet Engage Preferred Services Partner - "The EPSP status is more than just a certification; it is a validation of our expertise and our ability to help partners and customers secure their digital environments effectively," stated David Yang, exclusively networks' senior director of support and services. "By leveraging our in-depth Fortinet knowledge, we can enhance cybersecurity strategies, drive customer confidence, and accelerate business growth."
The importance of the EPSP cooperation was emphasized by Jason Beal, President, Exclusive Networks, Americas: "Our resellers and their end-customers gain access to specialized services and expertise by partnering with Exclusive Networks." We are dedicated to building a more secure [...]
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Taking place November 56, 2025, at the Ice Palace Studios in Miami, CloudFest USA is where the industrys top minds gather to explore the future of cloud services, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and AIs evolving role in tech. The super early bird deadline ends March 28, with passes starting at just $299 before prices increase.
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This years event will feature: 75+ trailblazing speakers as well as an all staradvisory board from top companies in cloud infrastructure, [...]