The Edge will rely on 5G and other radio communications which can be expensive and proprietary. OpenRAN might change that, but it’s still being finished

Sustainability gains through energy efficiency will eventually plateau, but there’s much work to be done around the carbon footprint of building materials

Opposition to data center development often stems from a lack of understanding and engagement with local communities and stakeholders

They’ve become integral to our world, but how robust are the satellites on which we depend?

Artificial intelligence is driving massive change for retailers, especially in-store

Lack of adherence to ‘space norms’ could increase risk of in-orbit incidents

Special purpose acquisition companies are looking to merge with companies in the digital infrastructure space. So what's the appeal for operating companies?

Cleveland Clinic’s chief research information officer talks to DCD about partnering with IBM for an on-premise quantum machine

The rise of online retail and the Covid-19 pandemic are driving store closures, so retailers need to get smarter about how they use technology at the Edge.

E-waste is the major focus of data center decommissioning, but more thought needs to be given to mechanical and electrical equipment such as generators

Real Estate Investment Trusts are funds that can make money from leasing data centers

Online shopping habits are changing retailer’s real estate footprints, putting them in direct competition for prime potential data center land

TRG opts for natural gas & diesel combo for backup generators to reduce ‘range anxiety’ in the face of hurricanes

In 2019, criminals hit a group of US service companies through their data center provider, CyrusOne

Data is private, but data centers are often shared. That’s the issue colocation security methods must contend with, now and in the future

As well as potentially unique challenges around physical security, Edge locations require greater considerations around data security