Tuesday, October 22
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Breakout C:
Techniques in Minimizing Risk and Evading Fear of New Technologies

Emerging technologies for data centers, such as AI-driven automation and edge computing, present significant opportunities but also evoke concerns. Key issues include cybersecurity threats as connecting more devices for energy management and efficiency increases vulnerability to attacks and data privacy issues. Additionally, there are worries about the environmental impact due to increased energy consumption and electronic waste even with AI optimizing resource usage and improving efficiency. Emerging technologies in data centers must align with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria to ensure sustainable and responsible growth. Environmentally, this involves adopting energy-efficient hardware, utilizing renewable energy sources, and implementing advanced cooling systems to reduce carbon footprints and mitigate climate impact. Does ESG threaten digital transformation? Presenters will address these concerns and share a forward-looking mindset as new technologies come online.