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Amazon is cementing its presence in Virginia with major data center expansions. The tech giant has filed permits for two new centers in Herndon, with plans for 72 engine generators. Meanwhile, Stafford County has approved a 500-acre campus, bringing 23 data centers and millions in infrastructure investment. This marks another significant step in Amazon’s ambitious regional data strategy.
Data center operators increased capital expenditures by 46% in Q2 2024, driven by the rising demand for AI-ready, GPU-accelerated servers, reports Dell’Oro Group. This surge will likely push capex growth to 35% by the end of the year. Hyperscalers continue to expand infrastructure, with AI workloads requiring faster, dedicated back-end networks, fueling further investment in networking solutions to support high-performance computing.
WEKA’s AI-native data platform is now certified for NVIDIA Cloud Partners, enabling enhanced performance and scalability for AI workflows. The WEKA Data Platform delivers industry-leading data throughput on NVIDIA HGX H100 systems, supporting up to 32,000 GPUs. This certification empowers cloud providers to optimize AI model training and inference while reducing infrastructure costs and energy usage, helping meet growing demand for sustainable, AI-powered cloud solutions.
Barracuda Networks has strengthened its Canadian presence through a new partnership with Ingram Micro, offering a full suite of cybersecurity solutions to Ingram’s vast reseller network. This strategic move will enhance product access and bolster cybersecurity offerings for Canadian businesses. Barracuda’s partner success program, combined with Ingram Micro’s expertise, aims to empower channel partners and meet the growing demand for advanced cybersecurity across vertical markets.
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.
