Edgecore Insight

Ep 10: Introducing DCX. A revolutionary approach to Liquid Cooling in HPC and AI

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey with Maciek Szadkowski Chief Technology Officer at DCX, a pioneer in liquid cooling technologies. From early days at industry giants like Compaq and Hewlett Packard to exploring cutting-edge solutions in the HPC (High-Performance Computing) industry, he shares how liquid cooling became his calling.
We explore how liquid cooling moved from supercomputers to revolutionizing the crypto mining world, with DCX deploying over 100 megawatts of infrastructure and maintaining systems globally. Now, the focus has shifted to the booming demand for AI clusters, 300+ kilowatt racks, and multi-megawatt sites, shaping the future of computing.
Join us as we unpack the evolution of this game-changing technology and what it means for the future of HPC, AI, and beyond!

Ep 09: Revolutionizing Energy Storage- The BESS Advantage

In this episode, we explore the converging forces shaping the digital infrastructure landscape—AI's meteoric rise, sustainability imperatives, and mounting power constraints. Joe Reele, Vice President for Solution Architects from Schneider Electric dives into the evolving top-down power distribution model and how distributed energy solutions are crucial for supporting AI workloads.
We also discuss the global implications of electricity demand surpassing supply and why the transition to a new era doesn’t mean leaving the cloud behind. Tune in for insights on tackling these challenges and ensuring a resilient future for data centers.

Ep 08: Understanding the Energy Efficiency Directive

In this episode, we dive into the European Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) and its impact on data center operators. From increased monitoring and reporting requirements to investing in energy-efficient infrastructure, the EED is reshaping the industry. Joining the discussion are Francisco De la Torre Ramos, Specification Manager and Jerome NUSS, Product Line Marketing Manager at Socomec,
Together, we explore how equipment manufacturers are supporting data centers in meeting these stringent regulations and the broader implications of embracing EED-compliant practices. Tune in for expert insights and practical solutions for navigating this transformative directive!

Ep 07: Scaling to meet AI demand with Jérôme Totel

In this episode, we sit down with Jérôme Totel, Chief Data Center Strategy and Innovation Director at Data4 Group in France, to explore the rapid rise of AI-driven data center demand. Jerome shares insights into how the AI revolution has transformed the data center landscape over the past two years, with the majority of new projects now dedicated to supporting AI.
We discuss the surging demand across Europe, the projected growth to over 20 gigawatts of data center capacity by 2030, and the critical role of AI training platforms. Learn how Europe is responding to the challenge of creating infrastructure to meet AI requirements and why this growth is reshaping the industry at an unprecedented pace.
Tune in for a fascinating look at the future of AI-powered data centers and what it means for global innovation!

Ep 06: AI Driven Data Centers- Revolutionizing Decarbonization Strategies

In this episode, we dive into the transformative strategies for decarbonizing digital infrastructure with Carsten Baumann, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Solutions Architect at Schneider Electric.  
From an outside perspective, data centers and decarbonization might not seem like natural partners, but as Carsten explains, they are deeply intertwined. With the rapid growth of data center capacity driven by AI and cloud applications, sustainability is no longer optional—it’s essential.  
Join us as we discuss the challenges and opportunities in creating efficient, low-carbon digital infrastructure that meets the demands of our data-driven world.  
Tune in and explore how we can power innovation sustainably!

Ep 05: Scaling to meet AI demand with Matt Monaco

In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of data centers as they adapt to support AI's rapid rise. Join us as we explore how AI demands are reshaping the design and build of data centers, introducing more complex topologies and higher density requirements. Matt Monaco, Senior Vice President, Asset Management & Development at PowerHouse Data Centers, shares insights from real-world user feedback, touching on the impact of AI on rack density, infrastructure design, and the challenges of scaling these sophisticated environments. Perfect for industry pros and tech enthusiasts alike, this discussion highlights the future of AI-ready data center infrastructure.

Ep 04: AI Reference Designs and Schneiders collaboration with NVIDIA

In this episode, we're joined by Vance Peterson, Global Solution Architect at Schneider Electric, to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming the cloud and data center landscape. Together, we unpack the key challenges that data center owners and operators face as they adapt to the demands of AI-driven infrastructure. Vance shares his insights on pressing topics like scalability and infrastructure management, energy efficiency and sustainability, as well as data integration and security. Whether you're in tech, data management, or simply interested in AI's impact on the future of data centers, this conversation provides essential perspectives on the evolving operational landscape.

Ep 05: The Rise of AI- What impact will AI have on driving the transformation of cooling in the data center?

In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the rapidly evolving landscape of AI infrastructure. We explore the transformation of cooling technologies, focusing on the limitations of traditional methods and the challenges they face in coping with the demands of high-density AI workloads. Can existing infrastructure rise to the occasion, or is a fundamental shift needed to support these powerful systems? We discuss the potential of advanced cooling solutions like liquid cooling, which promises better heat dissipation, higher rack density, and enhanced thermal performance with David Gyulnazaryan, Director/ Principal at Impleon, Dino Foderaro, CRO for Accelsius, Alex Brew, Regional Director for Vertiv, Jaime Comella, Lead Data Center Architect at AQ Compute and Marcus Bartolini, Sales Director at Lefdal Mine Datacenter

Ep 04: The Rise of AI- How will the underlying data transfer infrastructure keep up with the demands of AI-driven applications?

Join us in this episode as we take a break from the usual discussions about AI's pressing issues and dive into the often-overlooked aspects of network infrastructure. While much of the focus is on the challenges of power scarcity, increasing density, and sustainability especially cooling AI technologies. We turn our attention to the exponential growth in AI hardware performance. We'll explore how network advancements are keeping pace with these developments, ensuring that AI infrastructure remains robust and reliable. Tune in to discover why a stable network might just be the unsung hero in today's AI-driven world with Charlie Bernard, Director Growth Strategy, EMEA at Centersquare, Tobias Hooton, CEO & Founder at Stelia, David Hughes, Vice President of Engineering for Genesis and Rob Freeman, Global Sales Lead- AI/ML Data Center Networking for Juniper Networks. 

Ep 03: The Rise of AI- Could the Advent of AI Factories Usher in a New Era Dedicated to Energy Efficient Computing

Join us for an insightful discussion on establishing increasingly sustainable data centers. As next-gen CPUs and GPUs fuel this revolution, these advanced chips are delivering significant performance gains. Chairing our panel is Stefan Frenzel, the managing director for DME, and joining him is Ross Verrall, the service operations manager for NVIDIA, Zahl Limbuwala, Operating Partner at DTCP, Colm Shorten, Senior Director- Data Centres at JLL and Ash Patel, SVP Operations at NScale