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AI slowdown not 'end of world' for data centers: Digital Realty CEO

Digital Realty CEO Andrew Power asserts that an AI development slowdown, pledged by major AI players Anthropic, OpenAI, and xAI, is not catastrophic for data center real estate. He argues that broader digital transformation and cloud computing growth remain strong demand drivers. The article notes that AI could account for 70% of global data center capacity demand by 2030, requiring nearly $7 trillion in capital outlay according to McKinsey. While stocks of data center REITs like Digital Realty and Equinix slumped, Power emphasizes that the company's funding model and $20 billion development pipeline position it well. JLL's Andrew Batson highlights that future data center growth lies in inference (adoption of AI tools), not just training new models, with only 1 in 4 Americans using AI daily.

• Digital Realty CEO Andrew Power says AI slowdown pledges by Anthropic, OpenAI, and xAI are not 'pencils down' for AI or data center real estate.
• McKinsey report projects AI could account for about 70% of global data center capacity demand by 2030.
• McKinsey estimates nearly $7 trillion in capital outlay needed to meet total data center demand by 2030.

Equinix partners with Nvidia to launch AI Inference Exchange

Equinix, a data center colocation provider, has partnered with Nvidia and Together AI to launch the Equinix Inference Exchange, an "inference platform as a service" expected in Q1 2027. The program will let customers run AI models on open-source platforms via Together AI, which acts as seller of record. Equinix also unveiled Equinix Fabric One, a connectivity service for multi-cloud and AI networks. The company's stock is up 33% this year, giving it a market cap of $100 billion. Equinix reported Q2 revenue of $2.63 billion, up 16% year over year, with net income of $477 million. Analysts note Equinix's urban data centers are well-positioned for AI inference workloads, though short seller Jim Chanos has bet against the stock and Digital Realty. Financing details were not disclosed. The deal reflects the growing shift from AI training to inference, expected to account for half of all AI compute by 2030.

• Equinix partnered with Nvidia and Together AI to launch the Equinix Inference Exchange, available in Q1 2027.
• Equinix's market capitalization reached $100 billion, with shares up 33% in 2026.
• Equinix reported Q2 revenue of $2.63 billion, up 16% year-over-year, and net income of $477 million.

Equinix Appoints Two Leaders to Executive Team

Chris Audie joins company as Chief Product Officer Bruce Owen appointed Executive Vice President, Global Markets REDWOOD CITY, Calif., July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX),...

Google Launches Ad Detection Tool for Chrome Ad Load Assessment

Google has introduced four experimental metrics within the Chrome User Experience Report (CrUX) to quantify ad overload and its impact on user experience: ad count, ad density, ad weight by network usage, and ad weight by CPU usage. These metrics offer objective data on the number of ads in the viewport, screen coverage, bandwidth, and processing power, aiding advertisers and publishers in better evaluating ad opportunities and making informed product decisions. The metrics are accessible via the CrUX API, CrUX History API, and CrUX Vis, with future availability on CrUX BigQuery. No benchmarks or thresholds are set, and Google seeks community feedback through a Google Group. Independent ad platforms, including DV360 and Google Ads, will receive equal data access with Google's own ad businesses, ensuring no preferential treatment. Announced by Chrome developer advocates Barry Pollard and Alex Cone, the initiative has support from WPP, The Guardian, Mediavine, Index Exchange, and Adelaide. This move coincides with Google's antitrust challenges and the impact of AI Overviews on publisher traffic.

• Google added four experimental metrics to CrUX: ad count, ad density, ad weight by network usage, and ad weight by CPU usage.
• The metrics are experimental and no benchmarks or thresholds are set; Google is collecting community input through a Google Group.
• Independent ad platforms, including DV360 and Google Ads, will have equal data access with Google's own ad businesses.

Quality Creative Meets Quality Supply: How Big Happy and Index Exchange Turned Attention Into Action

See how Big Happy leveraged sell-side decisioning through Index Marketplaces, pairing bespoke 3D creative with high-quality inventory to drive conversions.

Quality Creative Meets Quality Supply: How Big Happy and Index Exchange Turned Attention Into Action

See how Big Happy leveraged sell-side decisioning through Index Marketplaces, pairing bespoke 3D creative with high-quality inventory to drive conversions.