The battle over data center connections to PJM’s grid intensifies as the market monitor files a formal complaint. Existing and expected data center loads have driven up capacity revenues by $16.6 billion in recent auctions, raising reliability concerns.
Microsoft is implementing major security changes to Entra ID that will block external scripts during authentication. The update rolls out globally starting mid-to-late October 2026 and affects browser-based sign-in experiences.
Etix has opened its fourth Edge data center in Lille, France, adding 2MW of capacity designed for AI workloads. The company is also boosting its Paris facility by another 2MW as it expands its European footprint with recent financing.
Center3, the data center subsidiary of Saudi Telecom, has signed a colocation partnership with IT firm Sahara Net. The deal will see Sahara Net offer dedicated hosting services from Center3’s facilities across the Kingdom, supporting Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation ambitions.
Nvidia has finished rolling out its RTX 5080-level Blackwell servers to GeForce NOW Ultimate members. The upgrade enables 5K gaming at 120FPS and introduces DLSS 4 support. A new Chromebook Fast Pass also makes cloud gaming more accessible.
Palo Alto Networks is making a huge bet on observability with its $3.35 billion acquisition of Chronosphere. The deal aims to solve the massive data demands created by modern AI workloads. Chronosphere’s team, including its Seattle-based founders, will join Palo Alto after the acquisition closes nex
Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI is building a massive 500-megawatt data center in Saudi Arabia. The project represents the largest data center outside the United States and involves partnerships with Saudi AI firm Humain and Nvidia. This comes amid broader US-Saudi business deals including F-35 sales.
Keppel DC REIT has secured approximately $400 million through Japanese loan facilities and green bonds. The funding comes as the company expands its Tokyo data center presence. This substantial capital injection signals continued aggressive growth in the APAC data center market.
A new attack method bypasses traditional IoT security by exploiting cloud authentication systems. Even devices behind firewalls and without IP exposure are vulnerable. The research will be presented at Black Hat Europe in December.
Anthropic is committing to $30 billion in Microsoft Azure credits while securing investments from both Microsoft and Nvidia. This comes on top of existing massive cloud deals with Google and Amazon. The circular investment pattern in AI is reaching unprecedented levels.
