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Expert insights and thought-provoking articles on data center trends, best practices and industry developments.

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McAllen’s Strategic Role in US–LATAM Interconnection
McAllen, Texas is quickly becoming one of the most important digital crossroads between the United States and Latin America. Just miles from the Mexican border, the city is uniquely positioned to su…

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Internet Exchanges: Driving Faster, Smarter, and More Resilient Networks
Why Internet Exchanges Matter
Internet Exchanges, or IXs, are foundational to the architecture of modern connectivity. An IX is a neutral meeting point where networks such as ISPs, content platfo…

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Why Physical Interconnection Still Matters in a Software-Defined World
Software-defined interconnection platforms have transformed the way enterprises connect to networks. Designed for agility and rapid provisioning, these services allow users to establish virtual conn…

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Why Cheyenne, WY is the Next Data Center Frontier
With hyperscalers, businesses, and AI pioneers vying to create and deploy the next generation of digital workloads, the search for cost-effective, scalable data center capacity is extending beyond h…

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McAllen Data Center Market: A Cross-Border Nexus for Digital Infrastructure Growth
In the evolving world of digital infrastructure, location is increasingly tied to opportunity. As enterprises and carriers race to build faster, more resilient global networks, new interconnection h…

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Expanding Horizons: The Evolution of Interconnection and Carrier Hotel Infrastructure in Tier 2 and 3 Markets
The rapid evolution of digital technologies, from artificial intelligence (AI) to hyperscale computing, is driving fundamental shifts in data infrastructure. Traditionally, Tier 1 cities have been t…

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Orangeburg, NY: A Strategic Hub for Data Center Expansion in the New York Metro Market
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the demand for high-performance data centers is escalating, prompting a significant transformation within the New York Metro area. While Manhattan has…

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Chicago Data Center Market: Powering the Future of Digital Infrastructure
Chicago has long been a center of commerce, industry, and innovation, and today, it is cementing its status as a premier destination for digital infrastructure investment. The city’s digital ecosyst…

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Market Recap: Strengthening Connectivity and Infrastructure
In 2024, 1547 Critical Systems Realty advanced its strategic mission of enhancing digital connectivity through targeted infrastructure expansion and modernization. With a clear focus on serving emer…

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The Art of Adaptive Reuse for Data Centers: Repurposing Historic Buildings for the Digital Age
Historic buildings in urban centers have long attracted technology and communications infrastructure due to their strategic locations and inherent connectivity potential. Many of these buildings nat…