The French and Indonesian governments have taken significant steps to deepen their digital partnership, marked notably by the establishment of the Cikarang National Data Center. Located in Bekasi, this data center was completed in 2022 with financial assistance from the French government, underscoring a solid government-to-government financing scheme. The endeavor required a substantial loan amounting to €164,679,680 ($2.7 trillion IDR),
Homer City Redevelopment (HCR) and Kiewit Power Constructors are embarking on an ambitious project to transform the decommissioned Homer City coal-fired power plant into the largest gas-fired power plant in the United States. Located in Burrell Township, Pennsylvania, this $10 billion, 4.5-GW venture aims to revolutionize energy production to meet the soaring demands of modern data centers, with operations anticipated
As the artificial intelligence industry continues to rise, there is growing concern over the future impact of President Trump’s tariffs on the expansion and sustainability of AI data centers. These facilities are the backbone of services such as ChatGPT and Gemini, requiring substantial infrastructure investment. The initial exemption of semiconductors from tariffs provided some relief to the industry. However, the
The global energy landscape is on the brink of a seismic shift as data centers’ electricity consumption is set to double within the next five years. This surge, largely attributable to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), poses significant challenges and opportunities for energy sectors worldwide. The International Energy Agency (IEA) highlights the pressing need for data centers to accommodate the
In today’s fast-paced business environment, professional service firms are constantly looking for ways to streamline their operations. With the end of support looming for Microsoft Dynamics GP in 2029, many firms are considering a transition to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. The decision to move to a new system is not to be taken lightly, considering the critical role that
Transitioning from an older ERP system like Microsoft Dynamics GP to a modern platform such as Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) is an essential step for growing businesses aiming to meet the demands of scalability and enhanced functionality. Yet, one notable challenge that accompanies this migration is the handling of historical data, often spanning decades. This data is invaluable for
Cloudflare has kicked off Developer Week by unveiling a suite of tools and features to fast-track agentic artificial intelligence (AI) development on its platform. This timely launch follows the February release of the Agents Software Development Kit (SDK) JavaScript framework, designed for building AI agents, and introduces a dedicated landing page to streamline access to these resources.The recent enhancements, including
In a significant escalation of digital threats, the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the US’s National Security Agency (NSA), and the FBI, along with other agencies, have issued warnings about two spyware variants named Moonshine and BadBazaar. These malicious software applications have been specifically designed to infiltrate mobile devices, posing severe risks to individuals considered to be of interest
The endeavor undertaken by the Birmingham City Council to implement a new Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, aiming to replace the previously utilized SAP ERP system managed in collaboration with Capita, has faced notable challenges. Positioned to modernize the council’s IT infrastructure, the transition to Oracle has been marked by significant setbacks and numerous complications from its inception. This
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to shape the operational landscape of enterprises, significantly impacting multiple facets of business functions and processes. This burgeoning technology has facilitated the automation of tasks, streamlined processes, and boosted employee productivity across diverse facets from content creation to complex research and even coding. As AI technology evolves and newer generations emerge, enterprises must adopt these changes
Meta Platforms has announced a substantial $1 billion investment in the development of a data center in central Wisconsin, further solidifying its commitment to advancing artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing infrastructure.This significant project is part of a larger trend among tech giants such as Google, Microsoft, and Amazon, who are all heavily investing in robust data infrastructures to meet
Plans have been filed for a substantial data center and technology park outside Augusta, Georgia, promising to fundamentally alter the region’s technological landscape. The proposed White Oak Technology Park aims to host world-class technology businesses and data centers, encompassing approximately 8.004 million square feet of data centers within a total of 8.076 million square feet of building space. This ambitious
