FEATURE : DIGITALIZATION
Ivo Ivanov , CEO , DE-CIX
Exchanges in the world . The company ’ s footprint spans around 50 metro-markets in Europe , Africa , North America , the Middle East and Asia . These IXs facilitate seamless interconnection of thousands of network operators ( carriers ), Internet Service Providers ( ISPs ), content providers , cloud service providers and enterprise networks from over 100 countries . The services offered by DE-CIX include peering , cloud connectivity and various other cutting-edge interconnection solutions .
DE-CIX ’ s expansion into Mexico takes the company into a vibrant and strategically positioned market . Mexico serves as a crucial gateway between North and South American traffic flows , boasting terrestrial and sub-sea cable connections , as well as sub-sea cable connectivity across the Pacific . The new IXs in Mexico mark DE-CIX ’ s first foray into Latin America , offering an opportunity to address the growing demand for enhanced digital connectivity in the region . DE-CIX Mexico City and DE- CIX Queretaro are now taking bookings , with the first customer networks already signed up . density in Mexico is able to attract greater localization of content , clouds and applications .
Empowering Digital Transformation in Mexico
DE-CIX is ready to meet the surging demand for low latency connectivity with enterprise-grade interconnection services , such as direct connectivity to cloud service providers and direct access to cloud-based applications . This initiative is set to unlock the potential of the digital economy by improving content and application performance , offering affordable , high-quality Internet access for businesses and individuals alike .
Industry giants such as AWS , Microsoft , Oracle , and Google have already set their sights on Mexico , with some having already established a local presence in Queretaro and others planning their market entry . DE- CIX Mexico will enable enterprises to connect directly to Mexican and US-based clouds with minimal latency through the DE-CIX Cloud Exchange , a significant step towards the cloudification of Mexico ’ s economy .
THE NEW IXS IN MEXICO MARK DE-CIX ’ S FIRST FORAY INTO LATIN AMERICA .
A nexus for digital excellence
DE-CIX Mexico will provide data center and carrier neutral , secure and high-performance interconnection services to ISPs , content delivery networks , network operators , cloud service providers and enterprises of all sizes . Initially hosted in KIO Data centers , the exchanges will expand to include data centers from various operators in due course , further solidifying DE-CIX ’ s position as a critical component of Mexico ’ s digital infrastructure .
DE-CIX Mexico will seamlessly integrate into the North American and global DE-CIX ecosystem , connecting thousands of networks . Direct connectivity to DE- CIX Dallas , known for its status as the largest carrier and data center-neutral IX in the Southwest and one of the top 15 IXs in the United States , will provide access to content and clouds based in the US a latency of approximately 20 milliseconds , further enhancing existing access to local content , clouds and applications in Mexico . This offers an intermediate solution for Mexican users until growing network
Latency is the new currency
In today ’ s digital landscape , latency is the new currency . The latency required for a satisfactory user experience in current digital applications , such as video conferencing , is typically within the range of 35 to 65 milliseconds . To achieve optimal results , latency should ideally be around 20 milliseconds . Low latency is the cornerstone of emerging technologies and concepts , including the Metaverse , Artificial Intelligence , virtual reality and Augmented Reality . Autonomous driving , for instance , necessitates latency well below 10 milliseconds .
Data cannot travel faster than light , imposing physical limitations on digital infrastructure . To ensure excellent performance , data centers and interconnection points must be brought closer to end-users , driving the trend known as ‘ moving to the Edge ’.
Moreover , the rise in demand for enterprisegrade interconnection reflects a shift in how large companies approach the digital landscape . New digital technologies demand flexible interconnection services to support their diverse needs .
DE-CIX ’ s unwavering commitment to providing worldclass interconnection services aligns with the demands of the evolving digital world . With access to highperformance interconnection services locally , Mexico will be able to redefine its digital landscape , fostering a future marked by enhanced connectivity , security and Digital Transformation . p
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