FEATURE: DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Equinix unveils its first AI-ready data center with dense ecosystem in Jakarta
Interconnected facility to enhance regional connectivity and strengthen Indonesia’ s position as a key digital economy in the region.
Equinix is unlocking Indonesia’ s burgeoning digital opportunities by inaugurating its first International Business Exchange( IBX) data center in Jakarta under the joint venture with PT Astra International Tbk( Astra).
This high-performance data center, called JK1, provides access to more than 50 global and local network service providers and internet exchanges, forming a robust ecosystem to support businesses expanding in Indonesia.
With its digital economy projected to reach US $ 130 billion by 20251, Indonesia needs foundational digital infrastructure to bolster connectivity and support emerging technologies like AI. By
leveraging Equinix’ s cloud-dense and highly secure platform, businesses in Indonesia can deploy data networks and services rapidly and at scale with a global footprint and extensive digital ecosystem, Equinix is well poised to empower local and global enterprises with a robust digital foundation to grow, innovate and interconnect.
Meutya Hafid, Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs( KOMDIGI), Republic of Indonesia, said: " As Equinix ' s first data center in Indonesia, Equinix JK1 is expected to serve as a strategic gateway for global technology companies and startups to expand their investments.
Indonesia has the advantage of sufficient water supply and competitive energy access, including the great potential of green energy, which is a key factor in the operational efficiency of data centers. The presence of Equinix JK1 also opens
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