ICANN will officially retire WHOIS on January 28, 2025, replacing it with the more secure and structured Registration Data Access Protocol (RDAP). The upgrade enhances data privacy, supports multiple languages, and offers controlled access for cybersecurity and law enforcement. While most users won’t notice immediate changes, registrars must adapt. The transition marks a step toward a more modern, efficient domain registration system.
Despite DeepSeek’s low-cost AI model shaking up the industry, Blackstone remains committed to its $80 billion data center investments. The firm emphasizes that AI’s rapid growth still demands high-performance computing infrastructure. While cheaper AI models may alter dynamics, Blackstone predicts broader AI adoption will only boost the need for scalable, resilient data centers, reinforcing their pivotal role in the evolving tech landscape.
