Opinion

Does the UK’s AI data centre vision need a rethink?

The UK's current approach to AI Growth Zones will find that there aren't enough sites that meet the strict parameters. Is it time for a rethink?

Continuity, not capex, will decide who wins the AI build-out

Thanks to sharpened oversight, only integrated, in-house engineering and phased delivery can meet AI-era risk, compliance and uptime demands.

What’s the weakest link in data centre defence? People.

John Bekisz from Guidepost Solutions contends that only a layered security programme can shut down insider threats.

Stop guessing: the cost of running AI on legacy DCIM

Hyperview's Rami Jebara warns that antiquated DCIM with spreadsheets and delayed dashboards are forcing costly decisions.

How wave services are evolving to fuel the data centre AI boom

Hyperscalers’ regional build-outs and booming subsea routes are magnifying demand for ultra-scalable, automated DCI and cloud on-ramps.

Want real AI results? Fix your data in the cloud

Unit4's Johan Reventberg argues that consolidating business data in cloud-native applications is the fastest route to reliable, bias-free AI.

Can learning from Western Europe unlock a Balkan and Aegean DC boom?

BCS' Charles Bruinvels argues that copying the playbook could convert underserved markets into resilient regional hubs.

Achieving success with the cloud continuum: Best practices for enterprises

Hexaware Technologies' Apurva Kadakia argues real value comes when organisations stitch private, public, hybrid and multi-cloud into one fabric.

Why a data centre need more than a UPS and some diesel to keep it running

Mike Torbitt, Managing Director at Cressall, makes the case for resistor-led protection to ensure data centre uptime.

The hard problem in data centres isn’t cooling or power – it’s people

The skills gap – not infrastructure – is the risk that could stall AI and everyday digital life

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