The capacity of hyperscale data centers is on track to triple by 2030, according to a recent report from Synergy Research Group. This remarkable growth is primarily driven by the increasing demand for technology and services related to generative artificial intelligence, which is known for its high energy and computational requirements.
Accelerated Growth in Capacity
The report highlights that the average capacity of new hyperscale data centers expected to open in the next four years will be almost double that of currently operational centers. While the number of data centers continues to steadily increase, the most significant change lies in the size and power of the new facilities coming online. This phenomenon reflects the need for GPU-oriented infrastructures, essential for managing the demands of generative AI.
More Centers, Greater Capacity
Currently, 1,103 hyperscale data centers are in operation worldwide, managed by 19 leading global cloud and internet service companies. Additionally, it is expected that 497 new hyperscale data centers will be added to the landscape in the coming years. This expansion involves not only the construction of new centers but also the modernization of existing facilities to increase their capacity and adapt to new technological requirements.
Key Factors Behind the Growth
The report emphasizes that generative artificial intelligence technology has accelerated the growth trend in capacity. Industries such as SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, social media, e-commerce, and video games are adopting this technology, which demands centers with higher critical IT loads.
Moreover, improvements in infrastructure and the shift toward more efficient architectures are contributing to this growth. In this regard, hyperscale centers are not only increasing their capacity but also optimizing their performance to meet current demands.
The Landscape Toward 2030
As hyperscale data centers become larger and more powerful, their importance for the global digital infrastructure is increasingly evident. This growth responds not only to the expansion of the artificial intelligence market but also to the need for more efficient and sustainable data processing.
With a total capacity expected to triple by 2030, hyperscale data centers are solidifying their role as the backbone of technological advancements and digital services for the future. The Synergy Research Group report makes it clear that the transformation in this sector will be critical to support the evolution of the global digital economy.
via: synergy