CLOUD 2.0 RESOURCES

Navigating the Cloud 2.0 evolution

A new era of cloud computing is here—and it’s revolutionizing how networks must advance and perform in the age of AI.

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CLOUD 2.0 RESOURCES

Navigating the Cloud 2.0 evolution

A new era of cloud computing is here—and it’s revolutionizing how networks must advance and perform in the age of AI.

Today’s infrastructure can’t meet tomorrow’s demands

AI is fueling explosive data growth, and current network architectures can’t keep up. The next evolution of digital infrastructure will require a programmable, intelligent backbone built to handle massive bandwidth and data center expansion.

10x

projected growth in U.S. data center capacity by 2030¹

10x

projected growth in U.S. data center capacity by 2030¹

~1 billion sq. ft.

data center capacity by 2030¹

~1 billion sq. ft.

data center capacity by 2030¹

2-3x

projected increase in data center markets in Phoenix, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas and Hillsboro, Oregon¹

2-3x

projected increase in data center markets in Phoenix, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas and Hillsboro, Oregon¹

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Explore the key drivers of Cloud 2.0 and what you need to do to meet your future connectivity needs.

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Cloud 2.0: Because AI won’t run on yesterday’s internet

Lumen CTO Dave Ward unveils a bold vision to rebuild the internet backbone for an economy where connectivity is the ultimate competitive advantage.

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Cloud 2.0: Because AI won’t run on yesterday’s internet

Lumen CTO Dave Ward unveils a bold vision to rebuild the internet backbone for an economy where connectivity is the ultimate competitive advantage.

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Postcard from a bitflinger: Evolve your network for Cloud 2.0

Cloud 2.0 is driving a $7 trillion overhaul of network architecture to meet the demands of AI and high-performance computing. Dave Ward, Lumen CTO, explains why legacy internet models simply won’t cut it anymore.

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Postcard from a bitflinger: Evolve your network for Cloud 2.0

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The rise of Cloud 2.0

Understand what’s driving the shift from Cloud 1.0 to Cloud 2.0—and its implications for the future of AI and enterprise networks.

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The rise of Cloud 2.0

Understand what’s driving the shift from Cloud 1.0 to Cloud 2.0—and its implications for the future of AI and enterprise networks.

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Explore solutions designed to support your organization’s transformation to Cloud 2.0.

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Explore solutions designed to support your organization’s transformation to Cloud 2.0.

Wavelength Solutions

Leverage low-latency connectivity with extensive capacity to maximize your digital infrastructure.

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Wavelength Solutions

Leverage low-latency connectivity with extensive capacity to maximize your digital infrastructure.

Ethernet

Cost-effective, high-bandwidth solutions to securely link data centers, clouds and new locations in virtually any configuration.

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Ethernet

Cost-effective, high-bandwidth solutions to securely link data centers, clouds and new locations in virtually any configuration.

Dark Fiber

A high-capacity, scalable and secure fiber optic network dedicated to your business.

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Dark Fiber

A high-capacity, scalable and secure fiber optic network dedicated to your business.

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¹Based on multi-source data compiled by 4MC Partners and analyzed by Lumen.