Episodes
In a technology-driven world, the data center industry continues to thrive and evolve. Recently, Atul Roy, CEO of Hudson IX & Head of Telecoms Infrastructure at Cordiant, and Ed Socia, North America Insight Director at datacenterHawk, joined forces for a comprehensive discussion about this thriving industry. Their conversation traversed topics including the unique history of 60 Hudson, the evolution of data center requirements, the challenges of power access, and the intriguing concept of...
Published 11/05/24
Published 11/05/24
Annemarie van Zadelhoff hosts Andrew Fray on a journey through the integral aspects of cybersecurity, sovereignty, and climate change in data centers. This conversation threads through the lesser-discussed areas while emphasizing the criticality of these issues in the current data center landscape. Cybersecurity Threats in Data Centers Data centers are not immune to the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats. Malware, denial of service attacks, ransomware, and hardware...
Published 10/11/24
In an enlightening recent dialogue, our LATAM Regional Director, Steve Sasse, engaged in conversation with Cleber Braz, the SVP of Business Development and Operations at Scala Data Centers. The comprehensive discussion revolved around the operational philosophy, prevalent challenges, prospective expansion plans, and their commitment to customer service of Scala Data Centers in the Latin American region. Unveiling the Strategic Approach Under the adept leadership of Cleber Braz, Scala Data...
Published 07/31/24
In the ever-growing field of the data center industry, industry leaders, Damon Lim, APAC Regional Director at datacenterHawk, and Raymond Tong, President of APAC at Vantage Data Centers, recently sat down to discuss key insights and trends. Their conversation focused on the growth of hyperscale data centers, the impact of AI on digital infrastructure, and the role of customer relationships in driving success. Expansion and Customer-Centric Strategy in the Asia-Pacific Region The unstoppable...
Published 07/31/24
Join Steve Sasse, our LATAM Regional Director, and Nelson Fonseca, President, Data Centers at Cirion Technologies, as they deep dive into the evolving landscape of the data center industry in Latin America. The conversation takes us through Nelson's enriching journey in the domain, Cirion Technologies' growth trajectory, and their strategic outlook on renewable energy and ESG policies. Nelson Fonseca’s Journey Nelson Fonseca's robust experience began with network infrastructure and...
Published 07/31/24
David Liggitt, the founder of datacenterHawk, recently had the opportunity to sit down with Raymond Hawkins, the Chief Revenue Officer of Compass Datacenters. In this engaging discussion, Hawkins shared his unique experiences and insights gleaned from a career spanning over a decade in the data center industry. This blog post captures the highlights of this video interview, spotlighting the trajectory of Compass Datacenters and the industry at large. Early Days and Industry Insights Hawkins...
Published 06/25/24
Recently, David Liggitt, Founder & President of datacenterHawk, and Jonathan Schildkraut, SVP Head of Capital Markets and Investor Relations at Compass Data Centers, engaged in a thought-provoking discussion about the future of data centers. The conversation revolved around the ever-evolving data center technology trends, with a particular focus on the role of AI, the challenges in power generation and supply, and the future growth and innovative prospects of the industry. The Impact of...
Published 06/11/24
In this video, Mike and David dive deep into the changing landscape of data center demand across the United States. This eye-opening conversation reveals key geographical shifts and innovative power strategies that data center operators are employing to meet the ever-evolving needs of the industry. The Growth of Submarket Spread in Established Data Center Markets Data center operators are branching out from traditional core locations to submarkets as part of the ongoing trend of submarket...
Published 05/31/24
Recently, Damon Lim, APAC Regional Director at datacenterHawk, and Darren Webb, Co-founder & CEO of Evolution Data Centres, had a comprehensive discussion grounded in the premise of sustainability and the latter's strategic approach in high-growth emerging markets in Asia. A Commitment to Sustainability in High-Growth Markets One of the focal points of their conversation was the commitment of Evolution Data Centres to sustainability. Darren Webb underscored that core to their business...
Published 05/22/24
Join us as we delve into an enlightening discussion between, Ed Socia of datacenterHawk and CBRE's Data Center Solutions Executive Managing Director, Pat Lynch, as they discuss crucial developments and future directions of the data center industry. They tackle the challenges of surging power demands, uncover market trends, and highlight sustainability efforts that redefine industry standards. The Exponential Rise of the Data Center Sector In recent years, the data center industry has...
Published 05/14/24
An Insightful Conversation Steve Sasse, LATAM Regional Director at datacenterHawk, recently sat down with Ricardo Alário, CEO of ODATA, to discuss the company's progression and expansion throughout Latin America. With a keen focus on Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, and Chile, ODATA has established a notable presence in the region. Ricardo Alário brings an extensive background in private equity and venture capital to his leadership role at ODATA, with a special focus on emerging deals in...
Published 04/24/24
In Conversation with Industry Leaders A fascinating video interview occurred between David Liggitt, Founder & CEO of datacenterHawk, and Chris Downie, CEO of Flexential. The discussion spanned topics across the data center industry, focusing on Flexential's unique approach to customer service. Unraveling the Expertise of Flexential Downie gave insights into his journey from the financial world to leading Flexential. He emphasized the necessity of comprehending emerging technologies and...
Published 04/18/24
Reflection In this HawkTalk, Annemarie van Zadelhoff, Regional Director of EMEA at datacenterHawk, chats with Simon Justnes, CCO of Green Mountain, exploring why Norway is becoming a prime location for hyperscale data centers. The discussion uncovers insights into Green Mountain's operation, Norway's renewable energy resources, its favorable climate, and the cost advantages of operating within the Nordic country. Background Simon Justnes, serving as a vital component of Green Mountain, a...
Published 04/03/24
In our latest HawkTalk, David Liggitt, Founder & CEO of datacenterHawk, engages in an intriguing conversation with Wes Cummins, CEO of Applied Digital, a company making impressive strides in the data center industry. Their dialogue touched upon the company's journey, its intelligent site selection process for power efficiency, and its continued focus on meeting the burgeoning market demand. The Journey of Applied Digital Applied Digital has made a significant mark in the data center...
Published 03/22/24
Damon Lim, datacenterHawk's Asia Pacific Regional Director, is eager to introduce GreenSquareDC into the conversation on progressive data center operations with this HawkTalk with their CEO, Walt Coulston. GreenSquare DC, a fresh face in the data center market, prioritizes sustainable and high-density data centers. Their 96 MW campus, nestled in Perth, Australia, champions a new approach to power utilization and market location. What's more, GreenSquareDC is dedicated to responsible and...
Published 03/07/24
Join us as we take a deep dive into the importance of network connectivity within the data center landscape in our HawkTalk between datacenterHawk Founder & CEO, David Liggitt, and Consuo CEO, Geoff Brewer. This riveting exploration delves into Consuo's groundbreaking work in offering unique connectivity solutions and how data center operators can optimize their network offerings. Get up to speed with the evolving data center market dynamics and learn about the pivotal role AI plays in...
Published 03/07/24
There is a profound transformation happening in the data center industry, with the push for larger capacities and a shift toward vertical growth. Tom Traugott, SVP of Strategy at EdgeCore, provided insightful details about these industry trends in a recent video interview. Traugott is a veteran of the data center industry, lending his expertise to the field since 2003. With a solid background in commercial real estate, he's successfully transitioned to incorporate this knowledge into the...
Published 03/05/24
Introduction to an Industry Leader's Perspective In an insightful conversation, David Liggitt, CEO of datacenterHawk, sat down with Sean Maskell, President and General Manager of Cologix Canada, to discuss the dynamic evolution and promising future of the data center industry. Maskell shared his unique career transition from policing to telecommunications, highlighting his firsthand observations of the industry's growth and its pivotal transformations. Cologix's Strategic Success in...
Published 02/27/24
The Architect of Digital Infrastructures: A Look Inside GDC Philippines' Operational Excellence In the electrifying realm of data center operations, strategic vision converges with technological prowess at STT Global Data Centers Philippines. GDC Philippines, under the aegis of Carlo Malana, exemplifies the epitome of innovative excellence in constructing and managing state-of-the-art digital infrastructures. As stakeholders predict a surge in data consumption and storage needs, aligning...
Published 02/26/24
In the dynamic landscape of digital infrastructure, one approach is standing apart for its flexibility, scalability, and efficiency, marking a pivotal shift in the industry - MODULAR Data Centers. The MODULAR Approach MODULAR Data Centers, a player in the Latin American market and based in Brazil, is causing ripples in the industry. The company, initially an engineering firm, has evolved into a game-changer by focusing on reducing the time to market and bridging the supply-demand gap in...
Published 02/23/24
Anticipating the Evolving Landscape of Data Centers in 2024 The data center industry is poised for a transformation in 2024, marked by significant growth, regional expansions, and emerging technological trends. A panel discussion led by the datacenterHawk Global Regional Director team gathered from across Latin America, Asia Pacific, EMEA, and North America, providing insights into the trends shaping the global data center landscape. Regional Insights and Growth Predictions Latin...
Published 12/28/23
Pioneering Path: From Google to Crane Data Centers In an illuminating podcast conversation, Matt Pfile, the visionary behind Crane Data Centers, shared his transformative journey from a significant tenure at Google to founding Crane. Matt's pivotal role at Google, focusing on network and data center acquisitions for over a decade, offered invaluable insights into the industry's scale and long-term perspectives, laying a robust foundation for his leadership at Crane. Industry Metamorphosis:...
Published 12/20/23
The data center industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with new technologies and market demands leading the charge. In this episode, Mike and David discuss these changes—focusing on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the data center space. The Impact of AI on the Data Center Space AI is having a profound impact on the data center industry. Major tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon have made substantial investments in AI infrastructure. This surge in...
Published 12/01/23
In a recent insightful conversation, Afonso Salema, the CEO of Start Campus discussed the future of data centers and how they are set to evolve over the next five to ten years. The main takeaway from this conversation was the role of connectivity, as it is predicted to significantly influence the evolution of data centers. With the expected explosion of connectivity across the globe and the emergence of low orbit satellites, data centers' interaction will not just be on a standalone basis but...
Published 12/01/23