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Gulf Times: Why Global Infrastructure Players Are Looking at Central Asia
Gulf Times reports on why global infrastructure investors are turning to Central Asia in the AI era — and why Akashi Data Center, with four buildings, 4,224 racks and up to 100 MW in Astana, has become the region's anchor Tier IV reference asset.
GPU Colocation for AI: Where to Host Servers for Training and Inference
GPU servers for AI draw 10–30× more power per rack than ordinary equipment, and most data centers simply cannot host them. We explain what makes a facility AI-ready and how to choose where to place H100, H200 and B200 servers.
Kazakhstan Infrastructure Map 2026: Clouds, Hosting and Data Centers by Model
Cloud providers, hosting and data centers are different layers of the same market. We explain how they work, how they differ by model and jurisdiction, and how to choose for your workload.
Timeweb, Yandex Cloud or a Data Center in Kazakhstan: What to Choose for Your Workload
Cloud hosting and data-center colocation are different layers of infrastructure for different jobs. We break down what you actually buy in each case and who each one fits.
Cloud vs Colocation: Which Is Better for Business in Kazakhstan
Cloud is flexible but expensive at steady load. Colocation is economical long-term but requires upfront investment. We compare the two models with real numbers and Kazakhstani context.
Colocation vs. Dedicated Server Rental: What to Choose for Your Business
Server rental and colocation are not the same thing. We break down the key differences, the right use cases, and the real economics — especially for businesses operating in Kazakhstan.
Data Localisation in Kazakhstan: Requirements and Penalties
Kazakhstani law requires personal data of citizens to be stored on servers physically located in Kazakhstan. We explain who must comply, what the penalties are, and how to meet the requirement in practice.
Kazakhstan's Personal Data Law: What Businesses Need to Know
Kazakhstan's personal data law requires storing citizen data within the country. We explain the requirements, who must comply, what penalties apply, and how a data center helps maintain compliance.
How to Choose a Data Center: 7 Criteria for Business
Choosing a data center is a decision you live with for 5–10 years. We break down 7 key criteria: reliability tier, location, power density, security, SLA, scalability, and regulatory compliance — with a focus on Kazakhstan.
What Is a Data Center: A Complete Guide for Business
A data center is the physical facility where companies store and process their data. We explain how one works, what types exist, and why it matters for businesses operating in Kazakhstan.
What Is Colocation and Why Does Your Business Need It
Colocation means placing your own servers in a professional data center. We explain how it works, how it differs from cloud and server rental, and who actually needs it.
What Is Tier IV: Reliability Standards for Data Centers
Tier IV is the highest data center reliability classification defined by the Uptime Institute. We explain what Tier IV means, how it differs from lower tiers, and which organisations actually need it.
Teraflops Instead of Barrels: AI Sovereignty and State Sovereignty in the 21st Century
A column by Akashi Data Center Chairman Vladislav Minkevich in Kursiv on why compute power is becoming the defining resource of the 21st century — and what that means for national sovereignty.
Tier III vs Tier IV: what the difference means for uptime, cost and risk
Both tiers are 'redundant' — but only one keeps running through an unplanned failure. A practical guide to what the Uptime Institute tiers mean for your business.
Why Astana: choosing the site for Central Asia's first Tier IV data center
Climate, power economics, fibre routes and data-sovereignty rules all pointed to one place. Here is how Akashi chose Astana for Central Asia's first Tier IV data center.
Tier IV explained: why 99.995% uptime matters
A 45-minute deep-dive on Uptime Institute's Tier IV standard, single-point-of-failure elimination, and what the certification really guarantees for your workloads.
State of the Data Center Market in Central Asia 2026
Our flagship annual analysis of capacity, utilization, power economics, and buyer demand across Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and the broader Central Asian region.
China Mobile International deploys regional presence at Akashi
A strategic partnership brings China Mobile's regional connectivity and cloud services into Central Asia via Akashi's Tier IV infrastructure.
"A good business": Kazakhstan's largest data center
Kursiv interviews CEO Vladislav Minkevich about Central Asian data trends and how Akashi will strengthen Kazakhstan's digital leadership.
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