TeleGeography's Market Connectivity Score identifies key cities for data center expansion, including Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, and Frankfurt.
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Washington, DC, USA – October 31, 2024:
TeleGeography, a leading provider of telecom data and analysis, has identified Kuala Lumpur as a rapidly growing hub for data center development. The city's strong performance in the company's Market Connectivity Score (MCS) highlights its potential as a major data center market.
The MCS is a dynamic tool that measures the current and potential connectivity and data center market size for 3,000 cities worldwide. Kuala Lumpur's high score is attributed to its favorable conditions for cloud infrastructure, data center development, and submarine cable connectivity.
"Kuala Lumpur's strong performance in our Market Connectivity Score is a testament to its growing importance as a data center hub," said Jon Hjembo, Senior Research Manager at TeleGeography. "The city's strategic location, coupled with its government's supportive policies, has created a favorable environment for data center development."
Other cities with high MCS scores, indicating strong potential for data center growth, include Singapore, Frankfurt, Auckland, Bangkok, and Santiago de Querétaro. These cities are well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for data center capacity and connectivity.
TeleGeography's Data Center Research Service provides comprehensive insights into the global data center market, including data on capacity, power, pricing, and connectivity. By leveraging this data-driven approach, businesses can make informed decisions about their data center strategies.
As the demand for data center capacity continues to grow, cities like Kuala Lumpur are emerging as key players in the global data center landscape. TeleGeography's Market Connectivity Score is a valuable tool for businesses seeking to understand the opportunities and challenges in this dynamic market.