Data Center News Roundup: The Next ChatGPT and Google Revamp
Data center professionals are constantly bombarded with news and developments in the industry. Staying up-to-date can be overwhelming, which is why Data Center Knowledge provides a weekly news roundup to help professionals filter out the noise and focus on the most important updates. From investments and mergers to security threats and industry trends, this roundup covers it all. To receive the latest data center news straight to your inbox, professionals can subscribe to the Data Center Knowledge newsletter.
1. Elon Musk’s Change of Heart: The Next ChatGPT
Elon Musk, known for his strong opinions, surprised many when he announced xAI, an AI startup aimed at understanding the essence of the universe. This is a significant change for Musk, who previously condemned the use of generative AI and called for a moratorium on its development. His newfound interest in the field is certainly ambitious and will be closely watched by industry observers.
2. Trade Secrets at Risk: The Case Against Generative AI
While Elon Musk may have had a change of heart, not everyone is in favor of generative artificial intelligence. A recent Washington Post report highlighted how many companies are cautious about using AI tools due to concerns about potential security and privacy leaks. With the technology still being relatively new and unregulated, operating like a black box, these concerns are understandable but require a closer examination.
3. El Capitan Supercomputer Begins Construction
After five years of meticulous planning, the El Capitan supercomputer construction has finally commenced at the Department of Energy’s Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. This highly anticipated system, set to debut in 2024, boasts a staggering processing power of 2 exaflops. Powered by HPE Cray EX-series hardware and AMD Instinct MI300A processors, it has the potential to become the world’s fastest supercomputer.
4. Restructuring in Leadership at Google Cloud and AWS
Urs Hölzle, formerly in charge of infrastructure at Google Cloud, has stepped down from his executive position. Hölzle will now serve in an advisory role at Google, and his position will be filled by Chris Vonderhaar. Vonderhaar, a former vice president of the AWS data center community, left Amazon in May under somewhat questionable circumstances. This leadership transition is expected to have an impact on the operations and direction of both Google Cloud and AWS.
5. No Delay for Data Center Vote in Virginia
On Tuesday, the Prince William County Oversight Board rejected a proposal to prevent outgoing lawmakers from voting on major land-use decisions, which includes data center construction. This decision is a setback for those who were seeking to slow down development in the area. It reaffirms Virginia’s commitment to facilitating data center growth and embracing the opportunities it brings.
Other Interesting Articles on Data Centers
In addition to the featured news, Data Center Knowledge has provided some other valuable articles for data center professionals:
– Five critical steps to a successful data center consolidation: This article outlines a clear and organized plan for data center consolidation, emphasizing cost-saving, increased efficiency, and risk reduction. It offers valuable tips for optimizing the integration impact at each stage of the process.
– When did offline become the new luxury?: Bill Kleyman explores how our increasingly connected and digitized world will impact the data center industry on personal and global levels. This thought-provoking article takes a retrospective look at the journey towards our current data-driven society.
– Things to consider when choosing a SASE vendor: As more organizations embrace the new cloud architecture model known as SASE (Secure Access Service Edge), it’s crucial to choose the right vendor. This guide provides insights on evaluating SASE providers, covering everything from support to application coverage to compliance.
These are the highlights of this week’s data center news. We would love to hear your thoughts on which story is most important to you. Let us know in the comments below. Stay tuned for more updates and the latest news in the data center industry!
