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Uplink explores the future of connectivity, cloud, and AI with the people shaping it. Hosted by Michael Reid, we explore cutting edge trends with top industry experts.
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The digital infrastructure powering our connected world remains largely invisible to most of us – but the way it’s bought and sold is being completely transformed. In this episode of Uplink, Michael Reid is joined by Ben Edmond, founder and CEO of Connectbase, to unpack how his company is building the world’s first true marketplace for connectivity. With 4.2 million unique quotes processed every month and 1.9 trillion rows of location-based connectivity data, Connectbase is redefining how pro...
What happens when a social media obsession evolves into one of the most unconventional and impactful roles in B2B tech? In this episode of Uplink, we sit down with Alexis Bertholf, Megaport’s Global Technical Evangelist, whose mission is to make network engineering cool again. Alexis shares her journey from Cisco to creating a role with no blueprint, her belief that networking is “the oxygen of technology,” and why community building matters more than ever in the AI and cloud era. She also re...
Redundancy isn’t just a buzzword – it’s the backbone of modern digital infrastructure. In this episode of Uplink, Kevin Schlosser, Interconnection Product Manager at NTT Global Data Centers, joins host Michael Reid to unpack the meticulous network design strategies that keep AI- and cloud-powered systems online. Kevin reveals how today’s data centers are built with failure in mind – think four diverse entry points, rigorous fiber path mapping, and redundancy plans tailored to each customer’s ...
From flat-rate dial-up to a fiber-powered future, Carlos Eduardo Sedeh has been at the center of Brazil’s digital transformation. In this episode of Uplink, the CEO of SAMM (formerly Megatelecom) joins host Michael Reid to explore how his early innovations disrupted a market dominated by high-cost internet access – and how that same customer-first mindset continues to shape one of Brazil’s most agile B2B telecom networks. Carlos walks us through SAMM’s evolution via seven acquisitions, a grow...
The digital infrastructure landscape has come a long way since the dial-up era – and Jay Smith has seen it all. With nearly three decades of experience in data center operations, Jay, VP of Data Center Operations and Engineering at Evocative, joins host Michael Reid to unpack the radical transformation sweeping the industry. From the myth that the cloud would kill colo to today’s AI-driven colocation renaissance, Jay offers a grounded yet forward-looking take on how the physical layer is adap...
The digital revolution sweeping across Latin America is transforming more than tech infrastructure - it’s reshaping entire economies. In this episode of Uplink, Gabriel Del Campo, VP of Data Center, Security & Cloud at Cirion Technologies, reveals how LATAM is building a bold future through AI-ready data centers, sustainable energy, and visionary public policy. From purpose-built facilities with advanced cooling and high power density to governments rolling out incentives for tech investm...
From gaming rigs to high-performance AI infrastructure, Julien Gauthier’s journey with Arkane Cloud mirrors the meteoric rise of GPU demand. In this episode of Uplink, the CEO and founder of Arkane Cloud shares how a pivot from 3D rendering to AI compute positioned his Paris-based company at the forefront of the AI infrastructure wave. Julien walks us through the evolution of NVIDIA’s architecture, the challenges of deploying high-density GPU clusters, and why American AI companies are flocki...
What does it take to build and manage $100 billion in digital infrastructure? For Marc Ganzi, CEO of DigitalBridge, it starts with long-term thinking, trusted relationships, and a deep understanding of power, scale, and global connectivity. In this episode of Uplink, Marc joins host Michael Reid to talk about the transformation of telecom infrastructure into the high-performance, cloud-connected edge required for AI and next-gen workloads. Marc shares how DigitalBridge went from legacy asse...
From cattle ranches to cloud networks, Matt Simpson’s journey into tech is anything but ordinary. In this episode of Uplink, Megaport’s EVP of Business Development and Global Channel shares how a coffee with founder Bevan Slattery led to 11 years of building a global network platform. Matt dives into Megaport’s early scrappy days, the bold expansion into Brazil, and why AI companies now choose data centers based on Megaport’s presence. A story of career pivots, global growth, and the future o...
The AI revolution isn't just about algorithms; it's fundamentally reshaping the physical world of data infrastructure. In this episode of Uplink, host Michael Reid is joined by Gavin Dudley, VP of Sales at Macquarie Data Centers, to explore how AI is turning the data center industry upside down. Gavin shares his expert view on why data centers have suddenly become the "rockstars of tech infrastructure." We dive into the practical shifts happening on the ground, from the move away from generic...
AI is driving data infrastructure to a breaking point. In this episode of Uplink, Jonathan Atkin—Managing Director and Global Head of Communications Infrastructure Investment Research at RBC Capital Markets—joins host Michael Reid to break down the shifting landscape of digital infrastructure. They explore how: AI is fueling massive increases in capital expenditureHyperscalers are adapting their strategies to stay competitiveStarlink and satellite connectivity could reshape rural accessPower ...
Cloud costs are climbing, and optimization isn’t always enough. In this episode, Jonathan Staff, Head of Private Cloud at Macquarie Cloud Services, explores how organizations are managing the growing complexity of cloud services. He shares his perspective on cost management, the role of hybrid cloud in balancing efficiency and flexibility, and the impact of AI on infrastructure planning. We cover topics like egress costs, data management strategies, and customer case studies that show how com...
Before Uplink had a name or a theme song, this conversation laid the groundwork for what the podcast would become—real, unfiltered conversations with the people building the digital world. In this special "From the Vault" episode, Megaport CEO Michael Reid talks with Gui Soubihe, CEO and founder of Latitude.sh, about the explosion of AI workloads, the demand for GPU resources, and how Latitude.sh is delivering Bare Metal and GPU as a Service globally. Gui breaks down the intersection of infra...
Forget cloud-only strategies—AI is driving a resurgence in colocation and a rethink of what hybrid infrastructure really means. -- AI has flipped the script on how we think about digital infrastructure. In this episode, we’re joined by TierPoint SVP Don Schuett to explore how the surge in AI demand has fundamentally reshaped the data center industry—impacting everything from hardware design to real estate strategy. We dive into the rise of liquid cooling technologies—from chilled water system...
What if the cleanest energy market in the world was also the most cost-effective? Elea CRO Tito Costa joins us to unpack how Brazil’s renewable energy advantage is reshaping the economics of AI-ready infrastructure. -- Brazil's renewable energy matrix is revolutionizing data center operations while attracting global attention. With 90% of the country's power derived from renewable sources (primarily hydroelectric, solar, and wind), Brazil offers a stark contrast to most global markets strugg...
How did data centers become one of the hottest industries on the planet? DataBank CEO Raul Martynek joins us to break down the explosive growth of digital infrastructure—and what it really takes to scale in the AI era. -- The data center industry stands at the epicenter of today's technology revolution, experiencing what industry veterans call "the best market ever seen." In this revealing conversation with DataBank's CEO, we dive deep into the forces driving unprecedented growth in digital ...
What powers the AI revolution? Digital Realty CTO Chris Sharp joins us to explore the evolution of data centers—from invisible infrastructure to the epicenter of next-gen compute. -- How did data centers transform from invisible infrastructure to the epicenter of the AI revolution? In this fascinating conversation with Chris Sharp, Chief Technology Officer at Digital Realty, we explore the remarkable evolution of digital infrastructure over the past two decades. Chris shares his unique pers...
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