Applied Digital Ellendale AI Data Center: November 2024 Update

At NVIDIA GTC 2025, the spotlight is on more than just AI models—it’s on the infrastructure that makes them possible. Applied Digital is taking center court with its cutting-edge, liquid-cooled data centers, designed to handle the demands of large-scale, high-performance computing. As AI continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, the need for powerful,…

As energy systems face increasing strain from rising demand and the transition to renewables, flexibility is becoming the new gold standard for grid stability. Surprisingly, data centers—once seen solely as power-hungry infrastructure—are stepping up to meet the challenge. With the ability to rapidly reduce consumption or activate standby power during price spikes or grid emergencies,…

As innovation spreads beyond urban centers, small towns are increasingly finding themselves at the forefront of economic transformation. Whether it’s a tech company setting up shop or a new industry planting roots, these shifts present a rare chance for rural communities to redefine their futures. But opportunity alone isn’t enough—it takes local leadership, a collaborative…