Optical Switching Data Center Networks: Understanding Techniques
In this paper, we have presented a summary of data centers traffic characteristics and topologies trends in data center networks which are based on electrical switches.
Hut 8 lands $9.8B, 15-year AI data center lease | HUT Stock News
Hut 8 (Nasdaq: J) commercialized the first phase of its 1 GW Beacon Point AI data center campus with a 15-year, 352 MW IT lease worth a $9.8 billion base-term contract value and expected
AI Data Centers & Your Electric Bill: Why Rates Are Up 2026
AI data centers now consume ~4% of US power — heading to 8-10% by 2030. See how it''s driving your electric bill up and how solar locks in 25-year rates.
Flexible and Scalable Optical Interconnects for Data Centers: Trends
In this article, the optical interconnects in recent years are analyzed in detail, and the flexibility and scalability of different networks are compared qualitatively.
PJM proposes to carve out new services for co-located
On February 23, 2026, PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. (PJM) submitted a compliance filing in response to an order issued in December 2025 by the Federal Energy
Senate bill would make AI data centers pay for power grid upgrades
Under the proposal, any facility with peak demand exceeding 50 megawatts — a category that includes many hyper-scale data centers — would face new federal interconnection requirements
FERC tees up June decision on data center
FERC tees up June decision on data center interconnection reform Other open meeting takeaways: Chairman Swett is “perplexed” on PJM backstop
Vema predicts cheap hydrogen could change where data centers
Cheap hydrogen could become a new variable in data center site selection, giving operators access to clean, dispatchable power in places that are not currently viable because of grid
Roadmap: The AI data center stack
Roadmap: The AI data center stack Six areas of infrastructure opportunity, from software and orchestration to grid hardware and cooling technologies.
What is data center interconnect (DCI)?
Learn how data center interconnect technology links multiple data center facilities together to share resources efficiently and securely.
Ultimate Guide to Data Center Interconnect (DCI): Enhancing
Discover the ins and outs of Data Center Interconnect (DCI) technology linking multiple data centers for enhanced connectivity and performance.
Data Center Trends 2026: What IT Leaders Need to Know About
Data center trends 2026: AI drives massive power density, liquid cooling becomes standard, and hybrid architectures reshape infrastructure.
Grid Interconnection Delays 2026: A Threat to US Energy
Grid Interconnection Delays 2026: Why a 2, 600 GW Backlog Threatens U.S. Energy and Economic Growth Project Risks Escalate as Grid Interconnection
Types of Interconnects in a Data Center: A Comprehensive Guide
By choosing the right interconnect technologies—whether Ethernet for general-purpose connectivity, Fiber Channel for storage, or DCI for multi-site data center links—organizations can
How Data Centers Are Connected?
Services like AWS Direct Connect and Azure ExpressRoute provide dedicated, high-speed connections between data centers and cloud providers, ensuring secure and reliable data
Data Center Power Crisis 2026: The Grid Bottleneck
In 2026, the data center power crisis peaks. Grid scarcity, not hardware, is the top supply chain risk. Discover the winning strategies to secure power now.
Top AI Data Center Energy Consumption Stocks for 2026 Portfolios
Local pushback against data center construction due to water usage or grid strain could delay projects. Furthermore, the synergy between crypto mining infrastructure and AI is a double
Data Center Interconnect Solution Overview
Figure 2-1 summarizes the three general types of connectivity required for a DCI solution. • LAN Extension: Provides a single Layer 2 domain across data centers. The data center applications are
Data Center Cost Per MW — 2026 Benchmarks
Building data centers in 2026 is more expensive than ever. The average cost per megawatt (MW) has jumped to $11.3M globally, with AI-optimized facilities costing AI-optimized facilities costing
Data Center Interconnect: A Guide to DCI and Connectivity
Explore how data center interconnect works, and what to consider when connecting facilities, clouds, carriers, and network partners.
Data Center Interconnection (DCI) Types and
Data center interconnection can be confusing. This blog article will help you understand the various interconnection (DCI) options available.
What are the different types of interconnection in data centers?
Data centers use several interconnection types to optimize connectivity and performance. Physical cross connects are direct links between tenants, carriers, or cloud providers.
AI-First Hyperscalers: 2026''s Sprint Meets the Power
Hyperscalers in 2026: What''s Next for the World''s Biggest Data Center Operators? In 2026, hyperscalers will accelerate AI-first buildouts while