FEATURE : DIGITALIZATION
Internet exchange operator DE-CIX has launched new IXs in Mexico .
The new Internet exchanges in Mexico will be directly connected to the company ’ s interconnection ecosystem in Dallas – the largest carrier and data center neutral IX serving America ’ s Southwest region . Ivo Ivanov , the CEO of
DE-CIX who inaugurated the IXs in Mexico City , explains why ‘ latency is the new currency ’.
In today ’ s fast-paced digital world , where information flows at an unprecedented rate , the importance of a robust Internet infrastructure cannot be overstated . Gone are the days when a data center on one continent could effectively serve the needs of users on another .
The localization of infrastructure and the local interconnection of networks is essential for a nation ’ s participation in the digital economy and paves the way for Digital Transformation . The recent expansion of DE-CIX to Mexico , building Internet Exchanges ( IXs ) in Mexico City and Queretaro , marks a pivotal moment for the Digital Transformation of the country , promising heightened connectivity , fortified security , and optimized digital experiences for both businesses and individuals .
DE-CIX is entering Mexico – paving the way for regional Digital Transformation
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