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SPAIN

EDGNEX Data Centers by DAMAC , a global digital infrastructure provider and part of the DAMAC Group , has taken a significant step in its international expansion by acquiring prime land in Madrid , Spain , for data centre development . The 22,000 square metre facility , with the committed power of 40MW , is scheduled to commence operations by 2026 , underscoring DAMAC ’ s commitment to expanding its footprint across Spain and strengthening its position as a leading global data centre operator .

EDGNEX ’ s data centre will be in the Vicalvaro region , just 10km from Madrid International Airport and 5km from the Internet Exchange , offering exceptional connectivity within two years . It will significantly boost Madrid ’ s data centre capacity allowing hyperscalers and enterprise clients to expand their availability zones .

BERLIN

Acronis , a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection , in partnership with IONOS , a leading European digitalisation partner for small and mediumsized businesses , has announced the availability of a new cyber cloud data centre in Berlin , Germany . This joint initiative brings a powerful combination of cloud infrastructure and advanced cyber protection to the European market .

Strategically located in Berlin , the new cyber cloud data centre is hosted within the IONOS cloud infrastructure . It is paired with IONOS ’ Frankfurt facility to deliver geo-redundant storage with close proximity between the two sites . This distance ensures an added layer of protection and Disaster Recovery for businesses while combining Acronis ' cybersecurity expertise . Together , it guarantees comprehensive defence against modern cyberthreats led by providers who are both committed to providing highly reliable solutions backed by ISO standards and strong Service Level Agreements ( SLAs ).

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