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ABB launches Infinitus DC power portfolio for AI data centers

ABB has launched Infinitus, a direct-current power-distribution portfolio for AI data centers designed for native DC and hybrid AC/DC architectures. The company positions the offering as an integrated source-to-rack system intended to reduce conversion losses and the footprint of critical power infrastructure.

Hut 8 выиграла тендер на покупку техасских ЦОД Pyote и Tarbush; сделка ожидает одобрения суда

Hut 8 предложила $140 млн деньгами или другими активами за дата-центры Pyote и Tarbush в Техасе, ранее связанные с Poolin. Продажа требует одобрения Суда по делам о банкротстве США округа Нью-Джерси; слушание назначено на 29 сентября.

Gen Precision Expands CPO Optical Inspection Capability to 80 Channels

Taiwan-based Gen Precision said it has expanded customized high-precision inspection of FAU and related optical components to support up to 80 channels and specialized specifications. The company also reported completing its first equipment deliveries and said it will support Lintes Technology in developing CPO test equipment.

UK Data-Centre Funding Is Concentrated While the Construction Pipeline Broadens

Tracxn’s review of UK data-centre infrastructure funding shows Nscale accounting for $3.7 billion of the $5.7 billion in equity funding tracked across the sector. Separately, Onnec and Barbour ABI identify a broader UK construction pipeline of nearly 100 data-centre projects valued at more than £36 billion.

Huawei Announces Ascend 960 SuperPoD and Updated UnifiedBus Interconnect

Huawei has introduced the Ascend 960 SuperPoD and an updated UnifiedBus interconnect architecture incorporating Hi-ONE optics. The company says the architecture can connect up to 4,000 processors within one SuperPoD and has outlined planned releases for the Atlas 950 and Atlas 960 SuperPoD systems.

Google, Nvidia and Emerald AI launch alliance for flexible AI data-center load

Google, Nvidia and Emerald AI have formed the AI Energy Management Alliance, a coalition of about 20 companies focused on making AI data-center demand more responsive to grid conditions. The group plans a practical test in Virginia by year-end at a facility of roughly 100 MW that could reduce load in response to system demand.

Goldman Sachs flags optical test and assembly equipment as early AI interconnect beneficiaries

Following meetings with eight companies during Semicon Taiwan, Goldman Sachs identified six trends in AI-driven optical communications. The firm highlighted expanding photonic integrated circuit production and rising demand for optical alignment and test equipment, with test-equipment suppliers positioned as early potential beneficiaries of CPO commercialisation.

Technical Analysis Examines 240 V HVDC for AI Data Center Server Power

TAdviser has published a technical analysis of 240 V HVDC distribution for AI data center server power. The article outlines potential reductions in conversion stages, cable current and associated losses, but identifies no new deployment, contract, equipment delivery or commissioned facility.

Hitachi and Mission Critical Group Announce Strategic Data Center Infrastructure MoU

Hitachi and North American Mission Critical Group (MCG) have announced a memorandum of understanding for a strategic partnership focused on jointly developing and globally marketing data center infrastructure solutions. The companies plan to expand the HMAX Data Center portfolio, pursue cross-selling and collaborate on modular data center projects.

Gates Flags AI Data-Center Emissions While Arguing Demand Could Support Clean Power

Bill Gates said the use of natural gas by many U.S. AI data centers is increasing carbon emissions, while data-center demand could also help finance and commercialize cleaner energy sources. He also proposed that technologically advanced countries allocate 5% of data-center compute capacity as free digital assistance for poorer countries.

ASUS Presents Full-Stack AI Factory Concept at Seoul Event

ASUS used its ASUS AI Tech 2026 event in Seoul to present a full-stack AI Factory concept built around NVIDIA platforms. The offering spans accelerated compute, networking, storage, power, cooling, deployment and operational management.

Silicon Photonics and CPO Emerge as Potential Responses to AI Data-Center Copper Constraints

An industry report presents silicon photonics (SiPh) and co-packaged optics (CPO) as potential responses to copper interconnect constraints in large AI clusters targeting 800G and 1.6T connectivity. The report attributes to NVIDIA a view that 2026 will mark the commercialisation of silicon photonics, while also claiming the company has invested US$2 billion each in Lumentum and Coherent.