Infrastructure Development

Southeast Asia's enterprise AI push hits a familiar wall: data, talent, and integration debt

SEA enterprises are accelerating AI investment, but legacy infrastructure, talent gaps, and ERP friction continue to stall real deployment.

SpaceX's Orbital Data Centers Just Crossed From Speculation to Strategy. Here's What Enterprise Tech Leaders Need to Know.

SpaceX has working hardware in orbit, an FCC filing for a large-scale satellite compute constellation, and a reported deal with Google. The Washington Post reports that orbital data centers have moved from thought experiment to a thesis serious infrastructure people are now tracking. Here is what enterprise technology leaders need to know.

Google extends financial lifeline to power Anthropics AI ambitions

Google is providing vital financial backing to Anthropic, underwriting $35 billion for AI-driven data centers. Tracking the strategic alliances in AI development.

Amberd Moves to the Front of the Line With QumulusAI’s GPU Infrastructure

Reliable GPU infrastructure determines how quickly AI companies can execute. Teams developing private LLM platforms depend on consistent high-performance compute. Shared cloud environments often create delays when demand exceeds available capacity. Amberd CEO Mazda Marvasti says waiting for GPU capacity did not align with his company’s pace. Amberd required guaranteed availability to support its…

Facing High GPU Costs and Infrastructure Constraints, Amberd Turned to QumulusAI for Fixed-Cost AI

Providing managed AI services at a predictable, fixed cost can be challenging when hyperscaler pricing models require substantial upfront GPU commitments. Large upfront commitments and limited infrastructure flexibility may prevent providers from aligning costs with their delivery model. Amberd CEO Mazda Marvasti encountered this issue when exploring GPU capacity through Amazon. The minimum requirement…

Workforce, Housing, and Growth: How Applied Digital Is Revitalizing a Rural Town Through AI Infrastructure

As AI infrastructure spreads beyond tech hubs and into America’s heartland, companies face a new imperative: not just to build facilities—but to build trust, local partnerships, and long-term value for the communities that host them. In Ellendale, North Dakota, Applied Digital’s Polaris Forge 1 campus has become a case study in what rural revitalization…

Applied Digital Ellendale AI Data Center: April 2025 Update

Progress continued throughout April at Applied Digital’s Ellendale AI Data Center, as construction efforts advanced across multiple fronts. With favorable weather conditions and a clear focus on critical infrastructure, the ELN02 site remains on track to support the growing demands of high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence. Key developments from April include: Metal jacketing installation…

Applied Digital Ellendale AI Data Center: February 2025 Update

As AI and high-performance computing (HPC) continue to push technological boundaries, the demand for powerful, efficient infrastructure is more critical than ever. In February 2025, Applied Digital’s Ellendale AI Data Center marked significant progress in meeting that demand. The team announced that ELN02 has officially powered on its first lineup, a major step toward…

Broadband State of the Union: Urban Innovation & Rural Challenges Part II

In Part II of this episode of Wavelengths, hosted by Amphenol Broadband Solutions, Daniel Litwin discusses the evolution of smart cities and the crucial role of fiber broadband with Tyler Cooper, Editor-in-Chief at Broadband Now. As urban and rural areas adapt to new technological advancements, the need for robust connectivity, strategic investments, and inclusive…

Applied Digital’s Ellendale AI Data Center August Update

As of August 2024, Applied Digital’s Ellendale AI Data Center in North Dakota is progressing well, as the latest video update highlights. The three-level facility spans 363,000 square feet and is engineered to support a 100MW IT load. The main level is dedicated to central utilities that provide robust infrastructure support, while the…

Bridging the Digital Divide Will Depend Heavily on the Future of Rural Broadband Expansion

High-speed internet access is synonymous with economic prosperity, however, the disparity in broadband infrastructure between urban and rural communities has never been more pronounced. As the digital revolution marches on, the divide widens, leaving rural communities deep in the shadows of technological advancement. But this stark reality centers an urgent call to action, spearheaded by…

AI’s Exponential Influence: Beyond Speed to Societal Transformation

Michael Maniscalco, CTO of Applied Digital, anticipates the rapid acceleration of AI development, emphasizing that its growth is expected to be exponential and possibly beyond. Noting the surge in investments and the broad market interest, he underscores AI’s transformative potential not just in economic terms but in reshaping societal structures. Maniscalco cites examples such as…

Applied Digital Investor Day: Building the Future

Richard Nottenburg of Applied Digital’s Board of Directors highlights the importance of communicating the company’s vision and potential to stakeholders. He reassures that Applied’s ambitious goals are matched by their proven track record of delivery, particularly in infrastructure development for computing needs. With nearly 500 megawatts of power contracting on the horizon, Nottenburg emphasizes the…

Applied Digital Investor Day: Revitalizing Communities through Data Center Development

Richard Nottenburg, a Board of Directors member at Applied Digital, describes the company’s impactful initiative of constructing data centers in less populous areas such as North Dakota. This strategy is not only advancing technological infrastructure but also revitalizing small towns by creating jobs and attracting people back to these communities, thereby contributing to their economic…

Singapore is a Top Index-Ranked Smart City. How are They Collaborating with China to Build Asian Sustainability?

Singapore was the highest index-ranked Smart City in the world in 2021, followed by a tie between Zurich and Oslo, according to Statista. While China did not have any cities listed on the index-ranked list, they are certainly working to build digital and business collaborations with Singapore through their Smart City Initiative, which was launched…