As a pivotal hub for data centers and cloud computing in Asia, Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area (GBA) are uniquely positioned to lead the charge toward a sustainable digital future. The region is witnessing a surge in data center investments, driven by the growing demand for interconnected services and solutions. This growth is further fueled by mainland China's need for reliable cross-border cloud services, reinforcing the importance of Hong Kong and the GBA in the global cloud ecosystem.
In 2025, companies in Hong Kong and the GBA will play a vital role in advancing sustainability within the data center sector. Many firms are prioritizing eco-friendly technologies and practices, enhancing operational efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. Virtualization continues to be a cornerstone of data center optimization, enabling these companies to significantly boost server utilization and resource efficiency.
Join us at the 2025 Hong Kong and Greater Bay Area Cloud & Datacenter Convention to explore these critical themes. This event will focus on sustainable growth strategies, investment opportunities, and the transformative power of AI and automation. Industry leaders and experts from Hong Kong and the GBA will gather to discuss how to navigate the challenges and opportunities in this rapidly evolving landscape. Together, we will examine ways to build trust and resilience in the age of sustainability while shaping a future-ready workforce for the Greater Bay Area and beyond.
Through collaboration and innovation, companies in Hong Kong and the GBA are setting benchmarks for data center operations, influencing practices across the Asia-Pacific region, and ensuring a sustainable digital future.
The Greater Bay Area (GBA) is emerging as a powerhouse for digital innovation, driving advancements in cloud computing and data center infrastructure. With its ambitious integration of 11 cities, including Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Macau, the GBA presents a unique ecosystem for fostering cross-border connectivity, sustainable development, and technological growth.
This session explores how the GBA is leveraging its combined economic strength, innovation hubs, and policy incentives to position itself as a leading digital economy. Key themes include building interconnected data networks, advancing green data center solutions, supporting enterprise cloud adoption, and creating opportunities for collaboration between cloud providers, enterprises, and governments across the region.
[主題演講] 粵港澳大灣區:塑造雲端運算與資料中心創新的未來
粵港澳大灣區正崛起為數位創新的強大引擎,推動雲端運算和資料中心基礎設施的快速發展。大灣區涵蓋香港、深圳、廣州、澳門等11座城市,憑藉其雄心勃勃的一體化策略,打造了一個獨特的生態體系,協助該地區的跨境互聯、永續發展及技術創新。
在這個環節我們將探討大灣區如何運用強大的經濟實力、創新樞紐和政策誘因,打造領先的數位經濟產業。核心議題包括建置互聯資料網路、推動綠色資料中心解決方案、支援企業雲端運算應用,以及促進雲端服務供應商、企業和政府之間的區域協作。
As demand for cross-border cloud services grows, seamless integration between Mainland China and the global digital ecosystem has become a top priority for enterprises and cloud providers. This session examines the unique challenges and opportunities of delivering reliable, compliant, and efficient cross-border cloud solutions. It explores strategies for addressing regulatory requirements, ensuring low-latency connectivity, and fostering innovation in hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
The discussion will also highlight how strategic locations like Hong Kong, alongside other Greater Bay Area hubs, facilitate robust interconnection, enabling businesses to meet the evolving digital needs of Mainland China while maintaining global competitiveness.
[專題討論] 跨境雲端服務:連結中國內地需求與全球互聯
隨著跨境雲端服務需求的成長,實現中國內地與全球數位生態的無縫整合已成為企業和雲端服務供應商的首要任務。該環節將探討提供可靠、合規且高效的跨境雲解決方案所面臨的獨特挑戰與機遇,並深入分析應對監管要求、確保低延遲連接以及推動混合雲和多雲環境創新的策略。
此外,討論還將重點介紹香港等戰略樞紐以及粵港澳大灣區其他中心城市如何促進強大的互聯互通,使企業能夠滿足中國內地不斷變化的數位需求,同時保持全球競爭力。
As digital transformation accelerates, cloud computing drives innovation, yet challenges remain in multi-cloud complexity, edge computing, scalability, and interoperability. Data center operators must provide secure, efficient infrastructure to help enterprises seamlessly integrate hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
This session addresses:
1. Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Enablement
2. Edge Data Centers for Cloud and Enterprise Expansion
3. Scalable Infrastructure for Growing Cloud Demands
4. Interoperability Across the Ecosystem
[主題演講] 彌合差距:資料中心營運商如何協助雲端運算與企業數位轉型
企業數位轉型加速,雲端運算成為關鍵動力,但多雲架構複雜、邊緣運算需求成長、基礎設施擴展及生態互通性等挑戰突出。資料中心營運商需提供高效、安全的雲端運算支持,助力企業無縫整合混合雲和多雲架構。
本場主題分享將探討以下議題:
1. 混合雲與多雲支持
2. 邊緣資料中心協助雲端運算與企業擴展
3. 滿足成長需求的可擴展基礎設施
4. 生態系內的協同運營
As artificial intelligence (AI) takes center stage in IT operations, CIOs and IT managers face a critical imperative: preparing their teams to excel in an AI-driven environment. Equipping IT professionals with the right skills not only ensures they can effectively implement and manage AI solutions but also positions organizations to capture significant ROI through enhanced efficiency, innovation, and adaptability. This topic delves into actionable strategies to future-proof IT teams, enabling them to remain agile, competitive, and indispensable in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
[主題演講] 以AI技能打造未來IT團隊:最大化投資報酬率並制定下一波數位轉型策略
隨著人工智慧(AI)在IT營運中佔據核心地位,資訊長(CIO)和IT管理者面臨一項關鍵任務:讓團隊在AI驅動的環境中脫穎而出。為IT專業人士配備合適的技能,不僅能確保他們有效率地實施和管理AI解決方案,還能讓企業透過提升效率、推動創新和增強適應能力,獲得顯著的投資報酬率(ROI)。本主題將深入探討可行策略,以打造面向未來的IT團隊,使其在快速變化的技術環境中保持敏捷、競爭力和不可替代性。
The Greater Bay Area (GBA) presents an opportunity to be the global hub for AI innovation, blending international advancements from leaders like NVIDIA and AMD with cutting-edge developments from Chinese giants such as Huawei, headquarted in Shenzhen. This session brings together industry experts to explore how AI and automation are transforming data center operations, from optimizing energy efficiency to enhancing predictive maintenance and cybersecurity, positioning the GBA as a leader in next-generation digital infrastructure.
[專題討論] 粵港澳大灣區:以AI與自動化重塑資料中心運營
粵港澳大灣區正迎來成為全球AI創新中心的機遇,該地區融合了NVIDIA、AMD等國際領導者與華為等中國科技巨頭的前沿技術發展。本專題將匯聚產業專家,共同探討AI與自動化如何變革資料中心運營,從優化能源效率管理到提升預測性維護與網路安全,協助大灣區在新一代數位基礎設施領域佔據全球領先地位。
The data center investment landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by the rise of cost-efficient Chinese modular construction methods and the commoditization of services as hyperscalers demand lower prices. This session explores strategies for data center operators and investors to maintain profitability and optimize ROI in this evolving environment.
[主題演講] 最大化資料中心投資報酬率:因應成本壓力與市場動態變革
受中國高效模組化建設方法的崛起以及超大規模雲端運算企業對成本降低需求的推動,資料中心投資格局正經歷重大變革。本專題將探討資料中心營運商與投資者如何在這個不斷演變的市場環境中保持獲利能力並優化投資回報。
In an era of hyperscale demands, rising energy costs, and evolving customer expectations, data center operators must navigate complex challenges while driving innovation. This keynote from a leading data center operator CEO will delve into the strategies shaping the future of data center operations.
[主題演講] 引領變革:重塑資料中心策略,適應數位經濟新時代
在超大規模需求成長、能源成本上升以及客戶期望不斷變化的背景下,資料中心營運商需要在應對複雜挑戰的同時推動創新。本次主題演講將邀請業界領先的資料中心營運商高層主講,深入剖析塑造未來資料中心營運的關鍵策略。
This session will explore innovative approaches to enhancing energy efficiency, integrating renewable energy sources, and ensuring operational resilience in the face of increasing workloads and climate challenges.
[主題演講]賦能未來:粵港澳大灣區的永續與高彈性資料中心
本專題將探討提升能源效率、整合再生能源、以及在不斷增長的運算需求和氣候挑戰下確保彈性運作的創新方法。
As data center demand accelerates worldwide, the industry must adopt innovative and collaborative approaches to address global challenges such as sustainability, efficiency, and scalability. This panel brings together leading data center consultants to discuss the strategies shaping the next generation of data centers across international markets.
[專題討論] 東西融合:全球資料中心設計與建置的協同創新
隨著全球資料中心需求的加速成長,產業需要採用創新且協作的方式,以應對永續性、效率和可擴展性等全球性挑戰。本組討論將匯集領先的資料中心顧問,共同探討塑造在國際市場緩解下,新一代資料中心設計與建置中的關鍵策略。
Recent high-profile fire incidents in data centers across APAC serve as stark reminders of the operational risks in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. The adoption of high-density racks and cutting-edge technologies like AI processors, liquid cooling systems, and lithium-ion batteries is redefining how data centers are designed and managed. This session delves into strategies for navigating the challenges posed by these advancements, with a focus on maintaining reliability, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring scalability to meet growing demands.
[主題演講] 高密度機架與新興技術的衝擊:如何管理快速變化中的資料中心運營
近期,亞太地區多個資料中心發生的重大火災事故,凸顯了在技術快速演進背景下營運管理的風險。高密度機架、AI 處理器、液冷系統以及鋰離子電池等新技術的應用,正在重塑資料中心的設計與管理模式。本次專題討論將深入探討如何在這一變革環境中保持高可靠性、提升營運效率,並確保資料中心具備足夠的擴展能力以滿足不斷增長的需求。
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an integral part of modern IT ecosystems, the synergy between cloud platforms, data centers, and IT teams is crucial for unlocking its full potential. This session explores how collaborative AI strategies can create seamless alignment between these components, empowering organizations to optimize performance, scalability, and innovation.
[主題演講] 協同AI:整合雲端運算、資料中心與IT團隊,推動創新發展
隨著人工智慧(AI)日益成為現代 IT 生態系統的重要組成部分,為了能夠釋放 AI 的全部潛力,雲端平台、資料中心與 IT 團隊之間的協同至關重要。本次專題將探討如何制定協同 AI 策略,實現這些關鍵要素的無縫對接,進而幫助企業優化效能、提升可擴展性,並加速創新步伐。
This session addresses:
1. The Drivers of Data Center Consolidation and Modernization
2. Planning a Consolidation and Modernization Strategy
3. Balancing On-Premises and Cloud Resources in the AI Era
4. Mitigating Risks During Consolidation
[主題演講] 雲端運算與AI時代的資料中心整合與現代化:提升成本效益與敏捷性
本次專題將探討:
1. 資料中心整合與現代化發展的驅動因素
2. 制定整合與現代化發展策略的關鍵步驟
3. 在AI時代平衡本地部署與雲端資源的最佳化方案
4. 資料中心整合過程中風險的識別與因應策略
Legacy IT systems, long the backbone of BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) operations, are increasingly strained by the demands of digital transformation, evolving regulatory landscapes, and rising customer expectations. The integration of advanced technologies like AI adds new layers of complexity, challenging IT teams to adapt swiftly while maintaining operational continuity.
This session delves into practical strategies for modernizing legacy systems, focusing on enhancing scalability, improving efficiency, and fortifying security.
[專題討論] 傳統系統現代化:BFSI產業是否已準備好迎接下一輪變革?
長期以來,傳統IT系統一直是銀行、金融服務與保險(BFSI)產業營運的基石。然而,面對數位轉型的加速、不斷變化的監管要求以及日益提升的客戶期望,這些系統正面臨前所未有的挑戰。人工智慧等尖端技術的融入,更是增加了IT團隊在維持業務連續性的同時快速適應的複雜性。
本次專題將深入探討傳統系統現代化的實用策略,重點在於如何提升系統的可擴展性、優化營運效率,並強化安全性,以確保BFSI產業在未來的競爭環境中保持領先。
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING FOR REGISTRATION ON THE GREATER BAY AREA CLOUD AND DATACENTER CONVENTION 2025 EVENT DAY?
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