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Vantage has filed plans to build two large data center campuses in South Fulton, Georgia, just outside Atlanta. The Westlake project will span 754,220 square feet, set for completion in 2028. The Stacks Road project will cover 696,980 square feet, expected to finish in 2027. These expansions mark Vantage’s growing presence in Georgia, adding to its existing campuses across the U.S.

Edged Energy is setting up a new data center in New Albany, Ohio, targeting a July 2025 completion. The facility will conserve water by using innovative cooling technology, saving 95 million gallons annually. Designed for AI workloads, it aligns with the community’s focus on sustainability and efficient energy use, providing 24MW of power just outside Columbus.

The data center generator market will double to $2.1 billion by 2032 according to Global Market Insights’ latest study. The rising demand for digital services has caused frequent power outages, driving this growth. As data centers become increasingly important, operators are focusing on ensuring reliable backup power. Additionally, the push for sustainable fuel sources, such as hydrogen and biogas, is reshaping the market.

 

 

Elon Musk’s xAI has launched Grok-2 and Grok-2 mini in beta, introducing image generation directly on the X platform. Currently available to Premium users, Grok-2 offers enhanced reasoning and coding capabilities. However, concerns are rising as the AI lacks guardrails for creating images of political figures, potentially fueling misinformation as the U.S. election approaches. xAI plans to integrate Grok-2 into X’s search and reply functions soon.

Spotify can now display pricing info in its iOS app for EU users, thanks to new antitrust guidelines. Although it can’t link directly to its website, this move allows Spotify to showcase subscription and audiobook prices, enhancing transparency for users. This marks a small but significant victory in Spotify’s ongoing battle against Apple’s stringent commission policies.

Teradata will help the LA Clippers build their new arena, opening in August 2024, with improved service analytics. Their cloud analytics will enhance the fan experience, focusing on the Halo Loft Level, a special area with tech features. This partnership aims to bring the game’s excitement directly into fans’ hands.

In a landmark partnership, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Google are launching Indonesia’s first sovereign edge and cloud service. This joint project aims to deliver artificial intelligence-driven products for businesses in defense, healthcare, and finance. By keeping data within Indonesia, the initiative ensures information security and supports the country’s digital infrastructure. It marks a significant step forward in Indonesia’s digital transformation.

 

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