The global data center industry is evolving rapidly, fueled by increasing demand for power, sustainability initiatives, and the growth of emerging markets. In this panel discussion, datacenterHawk Regional Directors from North America, EMEA, and Latin America (LATAM) share their perspectives on the trends shaping the industry in 2025.

North America continues to lead the data center market, with hyperscalers employing a dual approach: self-builds alongside third-party colocation deployments. Power availability remains a critical challenge, driving exploration of natural gas and renewable energy solutions. Emerging submarkets like Charlotte, Kansas City, and Minneapolis are gaining attention, complementing the robust activity in established hubs like Phoenix, Dallas, and Northern Virginia.

EMEA remains a dynamic region for data center growth. The Nordics stand out for their access to renewable energy and lower operating costs, driving significant hyperscale deployments. AI-driven demand is shaping market trends, with requirements often exceeding 10 MW. Secondary markets such as Spain, Italy, and Eastern Europe are emerging as key players, leveraging infrastructure investments to support large-scale projects. Sustainability initiatives remain central, with commitments to carbon neutrality by 2030 shaping regional strategies.

Latin America is rapidly emerging as a high-growth region in the global data center landscape. Brazil leads the charge, with Sao Paulo serving as a primary hub, supported by its strong renewable energy resources and established infrastructure. Secondary markets like Rio de Janeiro and Bogota are gaining traction, driven by hyperscaler interest and the increasing digitization of the region’s economies. While challenges such as power constraints and high import tariffs exist, LATAM markets are innovating to attract investment, including leveraging renewable energy to meet sustainability goals.

Join us as we explore the exciting changes shaping the future of data centers in 2025.

Bringing together Ed Socia, datacenterHawk's North American Insight Director, and Mike Elias, the Senior Equity Research Analyst at TD Cowen, we've entered an intriguing dialogue revolving around the future of the data center industry. The riveting video discussion elucidates the evolution of the industry, the impact of AI, and the potential growth that could reshape the landscape in the coming years.

In a recent video discussion between David Liggitt, Founder and President of datacenterHawk, and Marcos Paraíso, Vice President of Business Development of Modular Data Centers, the future of data centers was explored. Marcos shared insights into Modular Data Centers' vision and approach to addressing the growing demand for data centers in the market. This blog delves deeper into the key points discussed in the video and highlights the potential trends shaping the data center industry.

Nestled in bustling Newark, New Jersey, lies 165 Halsey Street, a towering testament to evolution and innovation. What was once a Macy's department store has been masterfully reimagined into an interconnected carrier hotel and colocation data center. This transformation didn't happen overnight, but through successive waves of planning, development, and strategic investments. Let's take a closer look at the unique history, striking design, and robust infrastructure that distinguishes this facility from others in the data center realm.

In a technology-driven world, the data center industry continues to thrive and evolve. Recently, Atul Roy, CEO of Hudson IX & Head of Telecoms Infrastructure at Cordiant, and Ed Socia, North America Insight Director at datacenterHawk, joined forces for a comprehensive discussion about this thriving industry. Their conversation traversed topics including the unique history of 60 Hudson, the evolution of data center requirements, the challenges of power access, and the intriguing concept of edge computing.

Annemarie van Zadelhoff hosts Andrew Fray on a journey through the integral aspects of cybersecurity, sovereignty, and climate change in data centers. This conversation threads through the lesser-discussed areas while emphasizing the criticality of these issues in the current data center landscape.

In an enlightening recent dialogue, our LATAM Regional Director, Steve Sasse, engaged in conversation with Cleber Braz, the SVP of Business Development and Operations at Scala Data Centers. The comprehensive discussion revolved around the operational philosophy, prevalent challenges, prospective expansion plans, and their commitment to customer service of Scala Data Centers in the Latin American region.

In the ever-growing field of the data center industry, industry leaders, Damon Lim, APAC Regional Director at datacenterHawk, and Raymond Tong, President of APAC at Vantage Data Centers, recently sat down to discuss key insights and trends. Their conversation focused on the growth of hyperscale data centers, the impact of AI on digital infrastructure, and the role of customer relationships in driving success.

Join Steve Sasse, our LATAM Regional Director, and Nelson Fonseca, President, Data Centers at Cirion Technologies, as they deep dive into the evolving landscape of the data center industry in Latin America. The conversation takes us through Nelson's enriching journey in the domain, Cirion Technologies' growth trajectory, and their strategic outlook on renewable energy and ESG policies.

David Liggitt, the founder of datacenterHawk, recently had the opportunity to sit down with Raymond Hawkins, the Chief Revenue Officer of Compass Datacenters. In this engaging discussion, Hawkins shared his unique experiences and insights gleaned from a career spanning over a decade in the data center industry. This blog post captures the highlights of this video interview, spotlighting the trajectory of Compass Datacenters and the industry at large.