If you’re looking for the most relevant and timely telecom and data center news, the November edition of Fast Forward delivers a sharp, fast-moving roundup of the trends, deals, and technology shifts redefining digital infrastructure. Hosted by Jaymie Scotto Cutaia and Dean Perrine, this month’s episode breaks down the headlines influencing how data centers are built, powered, and interconnected as the AI era accelerates.
Below is your written overview of the biggest developments covered in the episode — from expansion projects and AI infrastructure to sustainability momentum and global network upgrades.
AI, Power & the Next Wave of Data Center Growth
No topic dominated this month’s data center news more than artificial intelligence. As operators race to bring online the power needed to support GPU-dense environments, we’re seeing unprecedented collaboration between utilities, hyperscalers, and large-scale developers.
This month’s episode covers:
- New AI-driven load requirements pushing innovation in power delivery and cooling
- Emerging regional hubs competing for AI-ready capacity
- How accelerated build timelines are reshaping the competitive landscape
AI remains both the catalyst and the challenge — and November’s headlines prove the race is only speeding up.
Major Buildouts & Expansions Across Key Markets
Fast Forward’s November rundown highlights multiple large-scale developments that reinforce strong demand for compute across North America and global markets. These expansion announcements include:
- New hyperscale campuses moving into construction
- Regional operators boosting footprint to support cloud and enterprise demand
- Mega-projects aligned with renewable energy generation
- The rise of second-tier markets growing into high-performance hubs
For anyone tracking data center news, these continued buildouts signal a long runway for growth in 2025 and beyond.
Top Telecom & Data Center News Headlines Covered in This Episode
Deals & Partnerships
- EPC Power Corp. Partners with ON.energy to Power Grid-Secure AI Infrastructure
- DartPoints and Nutanix Team Up to Deliver Managed Private Cloud Built for Control
- OptiCool Partners with Intelisys to Expand Access to High-Efficiency Cooling Across the Channel
- Elea Announces Major Partnership to Power Rio AI City with 1.5 GW of Green Energy
- Powering the Future of Farming: eX² Technology & Yuma County Commemorate an AgTech Wireless Network
- Next-Gen Wireless Internet Arrives: BroadbandOne & Ripple Bring Future-Ready Internet to Pensacola
- DeepCoolAI and MAS HVAC Join Forces: What This Means for the Future of Data Center Cooling
Innovation
- CleanArc Data Centers Kicks Off Groundbreaking on 900MW Hyperscale Data Center in Virginia
- Lightpath’s AI-Ready Network Grows In New York Region
- Onix: Everest Group Leader in Google Cloud & AI Transformation
- DartPoints is Building the Next Phase of Digital Growth in Greenville
- Element Critical Expands Houston One With 10MW Built for AI-Heavy Workloads
- JPIX Builds Toward 800G+ Future with XKL’s DWDM Technology
Movers & Shakers
- LightRiver Expands Board with Former Verizon Executive Steve Smith
- Amphenol Network Solutions Named One of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest
- Galaxy Data Centers Appoints Ash Roberts to Lead Next Phase of Strategic Growth
Fast Forward: Your Go-To for Telecom & Data Center News
Each month, Fast Forward condenses dozens of industry announcements into one clear, curated briefing. Featuring headline highlights from Jaymie and Dean and the communications expertise of the JSA team, the series is a trusted resource for professionals in cloud, AI, fiber, subsea, enterprise IT, and digital infrastructure investment.
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