AI has burst in at a dizzying pace, and it is beginning to generate profound changes in the way we interact with this transformative technology. Particularly at the edge, the role of distributed data centres becomes increasingly critical. These distributed DCs will not only support the growing demand for AI at low-latency locations but also redefine how we approach data processing and storage across various regions under sovereignty context. This shift marks the emergence of a trillion-dollar-cluster market, encompassing not only centralized DCs but also the expanding network of distributed DCs and the crucial connectivity that links them. Moreover, as we advance into this new era, ensuring that our data and communications remain secure in the face of quantum computing threats is essential to maintaining the integrity of our digital infrastructure.

In this talk, Nokia will share its vision of how to prepare for this nascent era of technological change, addressing the evolving needs and requirements of data centres in the face of AI's rapid expansion, the burgeoning distributed DC market, and the imperative of quantum-safe security.