SXSW 2025
5th Industrial Revolution: The Data-Driven Future Needs You
Description:
This session explores the data center industry's pivotal role in the 5th Industrial Revolution, driven by AI. It addresses the challenges of increasing power demands and talent shortages in the face of explosive AI growth. The panel will discuss the evolution of data centers, their current state, and future innovations needed to sustain our digital future. Industry experts will share insights on sustainable energy solutions, the creation of data centers as the "5th Utility," and opportunities for new talent. The session aims to engage Millennials and Gen Z in shaping the future of technology.
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https://youtu.be/BuUpXmBbRmE?si=_72G28Jx3XC8KSGG - Power to Grow with Peter Gross
Takeaways
- How data centers are evolving to meet AI's power demands, and innovative solutions to the looming energy crisis in tech hubs like Silicon Valley.
- The critical talent shortage facing the industry due to the "Silver Tsunami" retirement wave, and how this creates opportunities for new professionals
- Data centers as the "5th Utility": Their role in the 5th Industrial Revolution and impact on global connectivity and sustainability.
Speakers
- Kirk Offel, CEO, Overwatch
- Christian Belady, Senior Advisor, DigitalBridge
- Chris Crosby, CEO, Compass Datacenters
- Osvaldo Morales, Chief Officer of Infrastructure, Denvr Dataworks
Organizer
Marlee Bacon, Marketing Coordinator, Overwatch
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