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Yotta 2024 will bring together industry leaders from AI, data centers, and power to explore the future of digital infrastructure. The event, held October 7-9 in Las Vegas, will focus on AI-driven growth, sustainable solutions, and cutting-edge technologies like advanced cooling. Expect key insights from top companies, with a strong emphasis on energy efficiency and responsible scaling in the era of AI.
Amazon’s recent decision to require employees to return to the office five days a week starting next year has sparked discontent. A Blind poll revealed that 73% of Amazon workers are considering leaving due to the policy, while 32% know colleagues who have already quit. The move has not only led to resignations but also affected recruitment efforts, with candidates dropping out of hiring pipelines.
Alibaba Cloud and Nvidia are transforming smart mobility with a new collaboration integrating Alibaba’s large multimodal AI models into Nvidia’s automotive platform. This partnership aims to enhance in-car interactions and autonomous driving for major Chinese automakers like Li Auto and Zeekr, offering real-time voice assistance, dynamic conversations, and improved vehicle performance through AI-driven solutions.
GitHub has introduced a new data residency feature for its Enterprise Cloud, starting in the EU from October 29, with Australia, Asia, and Latin America to follow. This update allows organizations to store data locally for compliance, meeting key data protection regulations. Companies like Zeiss and Volkswagen’s CARIAD have praised the feature for aligning with regional requirements, boosting GitHub’s appeal for businesses prioritizing data sovereignty.
Scala Data Centers raised $500 million from Coatue and IMCO to fuel its expansion in Latin America. This funding will drive the growth of its hyperscale data centers, meeting the region’s booming AI and cloud service needs. Leveraging Brazil’s hydropower for sustainability, Scala is positioned to lead digital transformation in the area. The investment highlights Scala’s commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility.
Google has filed an antitrust complaint with the European Commission, accusing Microsoft of using unfair licensing practices to lock companies into its Azure cloud services. This follows Microsoft’s 2019 licensing changes that made running Windows Server on rival clouds more expensive. While Microsoft settled similar claims with CISPE for $22 million, Google now seeks its own resolution, further intensifying the cloud rivalry.
