The Ultimate Guide to Data centers

2026 · UK Edition

Also known as DC.

Data centers serve as the backbone of our digital world, housing the critical infrastructure that powers the internet, cloud services, and enterprise IT operations. They are pivotal in managing the ever-expanding volume of data generated across industries and consumers globally.

This collection of stories highlights the dynamic growth and technological innovations shaping data centers today. From expansions into emerging markets like Indonesia and Malaysia to the creation of AI-ready and sustainable campuses, data centers are evolving to meet increasing demands for performance, scalability, and environmental responsibility.

Readers will find insights into advancements in cooling technologies, energy efficiency, and the incorporation of renewable energy sources aimed at reducing carbon footprints. Moreover, the integration of AI and edge computing within data center architectures demonstrates how the industry adapts to modern workloads and latency-sensitive applications.

Security remains a critical theme, as data centers bolster defenses against cyber threats while ensuring compliance with emerging regulations. Partnerships between global tech firms and local providers underscore the importance of connectivity, interconnection, and hybrid cloud strategies in today’s data ecosystem.

Exploring these stories offers a comprehensive view of how data centers underpin digital transformation, drive innovation, and face challenges in sustainability, infrastructure expansion, and operational excellence.

UK Data centers news
Analyst Insights
Tenable launches OT discovery tool for exposure management
Gartner · DC · DataCentre infrastructure
2 days ago
Gigamon eyes AI-led surge in network observability
IDC · DC · Virtualisation
3 days ago
Conflow wins Frost & Sullivan award for AI streetlights
Frost & Sullivan · DC · Smart Cities
3 days ago
Rafay & Argentum AI strike software orchestration deal
Gartner · DC · Virtualisation
Last week
Argentum AI picks Rafay for GPU software orchestration
Gartner · DC · Hyperscale
Last week
Expert columns
Why fibre connectivity must be a front-end consideration in data centre site selection
By Alan Pritchard of FarrPoint
2 days ago
Why AI-powered security needs network telemetry across the hybrid cloud
By Ryan Mahoney of Gigamon
Last month
Celebrating the value of diverse perspectives on International Women's Day
By Laura Laltrello of Applied Digital
Last month
The data centre industry is cutting-edge. Its talent model must be its next innovation
By Eva Sóley Guðbjörnsdóttir of atNorth
Last month
How women can build influence in critical tech roles
By Carlie Shooner of Sabey Data Centers
Last month
The outlier in the data: Leading in tech beyond the model minority
By Fiona Rada Hernandez of 365 Data Centers
Last month
International Women's Day and the leadership gap shaping the future of data centers
By Elena Winters of Elea Data Centers
Last month
Building inclusively at scale: Empowering women in the data center boom
By Kelly Han of Compu Dynamics
Last month
International Women's Day: Building sustainable pathways for women in data centres
By Natasha Mehta of Verne
Last month
Resilience through diversity: How women are strengthening telecommunications
By Debra Freitas of Light Source Communications
Last month
Diverse leadership is infrastructure: Why mission-critical systems demand broader perspectives
By Brittani Clarke Clayman of ESI Total Fuel Management
Last month
Ten essential tips for buying reliable server memory
By Iwona Zalewska of Kingston Technology
Last month
Why diverse voices are essential in the Edge AI revolution
By Fei Kwong of Duos Technologies
Last month
AI's rising energy demands put climate pledges at risk
By Mei Dent of TeamViewer
Last month
Why the channel is key to driving a new network operating model
By Bruce Hockin of International for Alkira
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Interviews
Affirmo: Could AI make a reality of IoT dreams?
Discussing Cloud Services
Last week
The hidden data costs threatening enterprise AI plans
Discussing Storage
Last month
Beyond silicon: AMD evolves AI processor performance, makes play for investment trillions
Discussing Intelligent systems
Last month
Exclusive: VyOS Networks on why enterprise networks need a unified OS layer
Discussing Virtualisation
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
Exclusive: Elevate meets increased DC demand with integrated solutions platform
Discussing IT services
Tue, 22nd Jul 2025
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Job moves
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4 days ago
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