Microsoft Plans Major Investment in European Data Centers
Microsoft Corp. is set to invest heavily in data center infrastructure across Europe, aiming to enhance its cloud services while focusing on sustainability.
Editorial Staff May 9
Cloud & Infra
Latest Cloud & Infra stories from Tech.
New Insights into Venusian Atmospheric Waves Linked to Hydraulic Jump
A research team from the University of Tokyo has uncovered the source of a significant cloud disturbance on Venus, attributed to a massive atmospheric wave front.
Editorial Staff May 8
Surge in Lithium Demand Linked to Data Center Expansion in Charlotte
The Charlotte Observer highlights a notable rise in lithium demand, driven by the growing number of data centers in the region.
Editorial Staff May 8
Cloud Seeding Initiatives in Malaysia's Drought-Affected Rice Bowl
In response to a severe drought affecting its northern region, Malaysia is implementing cloud seeding to alleviate water shortages that have delayed rice planting and raised concerns over supply.
Editorial Staff May 8
Trump's Criticism of Pope Leo XIV Overshadows Rubio's Vatican Visit
Donald Trump has escalated his criticism of Pope Leo XIV, sparking a public exchange that underscores the ongoing tensions between them, just as Marco Rubio prepares for his visit to the Vatican.
Editorial Staff May 5
Dominion Energy's Role in Virginia's Data Center Expansion
Dominion Energy plays a crucial role in meeting the increasing power demands of data centers in Virginia, adapting its infrastructure to support this growth.
Editorial Staff May 5
NextEra Energy's Strategic Shift Towards Gas and Nuclear Power
NextEra Energy is adapting its energy strategy by investing in gas and nuclear power, while also addressing the rising energy needs of data centers.
Editorial Staff May 5
Mayon Volcano Erupts, Displacing Thousands in the Philippines
The eruption of Mayon Volcano has led to the evacuation of over 5,400 residents as a significant ash cloud envelops the region, raising concerns for safety.
Editorial Staff May 4
Assessing Littelfuse's Growth Potential Amid Rising Data Center Demand
This piece examines Littelfuse's opportunities for growth as demand for data centers continues to rise, highlighting potential market impacts.
Editorial Staff May 3
CopyFail: A Significant Linux Vulnerability Emerges
The newly identified CopyFail vulnerability poses a serious risk to various systems, including multi-tenant servers and Kubernetes containers.
Editorial Staff Apr 30
BofA Optimistic About Seagate Technology Amid Strong Data Center Demand
Bank of America shows a positive outlook for Seagate Technology, attributing it to the persistent demand for mass-capacity storage in data centers.
Editorial Staff Apr 28
The Chernobyl Cloud: A French Myth and Its Evolution
The story of the radioactive cloud that allegedly did not enter France has significantly influenced the national psyche, though its narrative has evolved over time.
Editorial Staff Apr 28
Maine Governor Vetoes Bill to Pause Data Center Development
Governor Janet Mills has vetoed a bill that sought to impose a moratorium on data center development in Maine, halting efforts to address environmental concerns.
Editorial Staff Apr 24
NextEra Aims for Gas-Fired Data Center Agreements with Japan in Three Months
NextEra is looking to secure agreements for gas-fired data centers backed by Japan, with expectations to finalize these deals within the next three months.
Editorial Staff Apr 23
Microsoft Faces $2.8 Billion Lawsuit in the UK Over Cloud Licensing Practices
The UK has initiated a $2.8 billion lawsuit against Microsoft, alleging anti-competitive behavior in the cloud computing industry.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
Anthropic Secures $5 Billion from Amazon with a $100 Billion Cloud Spending Commitment
Amazon's substantial investment in Anthropic is set to enhance the latter's cloud capabilities, with a commitment to spend $100 billion on cloud services.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
Vertiv and CPower Join Forces to Enhance Grid Resources with Data Center Energy Storage
Vertiv is partnering with CPower to improve grid resources by integrating battery energy storage systems from data centers, a move that could have significant implications for energy management.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
Adobe and Google Cloud Prepare for Las Vegas Event
Adobe and Google Cloud are gearing up for a notable event in Las Vegas, promising to showcase their latest innovations.
Editorial Staff Apr 19
Turtle WoW Classic Server to Shut Down Following Blizzard's Legal Victory
The Turtle WoW classic server will shut down after Blizzard secured an injunction against it, leaving many players disappointed.
Editorial Staff Apr 19
AWS teams working around the clock to keep Middle East services up after drone strikes, CEO says
Strategic angle: The Iran war has hit Amazon data centers in the region, and the company is working around the clock on availability, cloud chief Matt Garman said.
Editorial Staff Apr 7