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EP55: Choosing location for
data centers, moving out
of the cloud, AI affecting connectivity demands

Eric Löwgren, Head of Networks at data center provider GleSYS, joins the podcast for a discussion on what impacts the selection of where to put a data center, the trend of moving things out of the cloud, AI driving power density and connectivity demands, and attracting ‘lead guitar’ talent to the data center industry.

Mattias Fridström
Mattias Fridström—
There’s a certain kind of person who gets a little bit too excited about networks. Mattias is that guy. If he had a tattoo, it would be of a network. Mattias holds an MSc in Electrical Engineering from the University of Wollongong, Australia. (...)
He joined Telia in 1996 and has worked in a number of senior roles at Telia Carrier (now Arelion), most recently as CTO. Since July 2016 he has been Arelion's Chief Evangelist. Mattias’ passion isn’t limited to networks: He has played golf professionally and competed on a high level in both football and floor hockey.
Eric Löwgren
Eric Löwgren
Head of Network at GleSYS—

Eric Löwgren is a technoid passionate about driving innovation and growth in the telecommunications industry. As the Head of Network at Glesys, he plays a key role in shaping the company's network strategy.

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He is responsible for selecting and evolving all network technology solutions to enable Glesys' world-class infrastructure platform.

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