Data Centre Magazine February 2024 | Page 138

TECH & AI
THE RISE AND RISE OF AI
A recent survey conducted by Telehouse found that more than three in five ( 61 %) IT decision-makers are anticipating a rise in their organisation ’ s investment to address future technological challenges between now and 2030 .
Niklas Lindqvist , General Manager Nordics at Onnec Group , previously told Data Centre Magazine that worldwide AI spending is set to reach US $ 300bn by 2026 . He said : “ We have now reached a tipping point where AI adoption is becoming exponential . Data centres will be under huge pressure – operators will want to ensure business continuity , but also gain and retain customers . AI raises major implications over how to design the data centre of the future .” could offer new solutions . Over the next year , businesses are keen to consider how mass AI power can coexist with sustainability .
Winther says that smart energy systems could provide opportunities to stabilise power grids and optimise energy consumption . He adds : “ AI can be a game changer in ensuring operational continuity and reducing carbon footprints in data centres . By processing and analysing real-time data , AI enables several digital services that further empower traditional preventive and reactive services .