Data Centre Magazine December 2023 | Page 31

NEW DC ASSOCIATION WILL BOOST ‘ PORTUGAL ’ S DIGITAL JOURNEY ’
Portugal has joined a host of countries boasting a data centre association . Associação Portuguesa de Centros de Dados , or Portugal Data Centre Association ( PortugalDC ) in English , launched at the end of October and has been established with the aim to provide a clear insight into the current data centre environment across the nation as well as the association ’ s core objectives , values and key initiatives .
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LINX NAIROBI INTERCONNECTION HUB : SUPPORTING DIGITAL GROWTH
The London Internet Exchange ( LINX ) has announced that their interconnection hub in Nairobi , Kenya is now live . Networks will be able to connect to LINX Nairobi from iColo , Africa Data Centres and IXAfrica , plugging into the hub and peer their traffic to create a secure digital environment to manage their network more effectively .
FACILITIES CHALLENGING THE DATA CENTRE DESIGN NORM
Whether established , in progress or conceptual , Data Centre Magazine looks at some of the most avant garde data centre designs in the industry and the benefits they bring . These forward-thinking and cutting edge designs , while aesthetically pleasing , also fly the flag for sustainability .
EQUINIX AMONG TECH GIANTS WITH MILITARY FRIENDLY AWARD
Equinix is one of the stars of the tech world to have been designated a coveted place on the 2024 Military Friendly Employers list . Scott Crenshaw , EVP and GM of Digital Services , said : “ We ’ re pleased to honour the incredible dedication of veterans as they serve their countries and influence cultures globally . It ’ s valuable to explore the impact veterans can have on the technology industry .”
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