165 Halsey Street, a cornerstone of connectivity and a globally recognized carrier hotel, recently took center stage on datacenterHawk’s podcast. Hosted by David Liggitt, the episode dives into the fascinating story of how this historic Newark building evolved from a bustling retail department store into one of the most interconnected carrier hotels in the world.

With its prime location, carrier-neutral environment, and rich legacy, 165 Halsey continues to serve as a key hub for telecommunications and digital infrastructure. In the podcast, listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at the building’s journey, its unique value to the industry, and the forward-thinking strategies that maintain its status as a leader in connectivity.

Originally built as a retail destination, the building transitioned to meet the demands of the digital age in the 1990s. Recognizing the growing need for high-capacity, high-performance connectivity, the owners reimagined 165 Halsey as a carrier-neutral colocation facility.

Today, the building supports more than 60 network providers, offering businesses unmatched access to connectivity solutions in a strategic location just minutes from New York City. This unique history sets 165 Halsey apart, making it a premier destination for enterprises, carriers, and content providers seeking reliable, scalable, and cost-effective interconnection services.

The podcast sheds light on the core elements that have positioned 165 Halsey as a global leader:

• Strategic Location: Proximity to New York City provides access to one of the world’s largest financial and business hubs, while benefiting from the cost advantages of New Jersey.
• Carrier Neutrality: As a fully carrier-neutral facility, 165 Halsey gives tenants the freedom to choose from a vast array of providers, fostering flexibility and competitive pricing.
• Rich Interconnection Ecosystem: With direct access to major peering exchanges and over 60 network providers, 165 Halsey ensures seamless global connectivity for its tenants.
• Historic Innovation: Its transformation from a retail hub to a leading-edge data center exemplifies how legacy structures can be repurposed to meet evolving technological demands.

In the podcast, the team discusses the ongoing investments and innovations at 165 Halsey that ensure it remains at the forefront of the digital infrastructure industry. From maintaining state-of-the-art cooling and power systems to staying ahead of emerging trends in edge computing and cloud services, 165 Halsey continues to evolve with the industry.

The episode also touches on the importance of the building’s carrier-neutral model and how it empowers businesses to scale their operations while maintaining flexibility and control over their connectivity.

Learn how 165 Halsey Street is meeting the New York City data center market demand from its unique location. Visit 165Halsey.com for more information and contact the 165 Halsey team to set up a meeting today.