365 Data Centers Unveils AI-Enabled Platform in Partnership with Robot Network

365 Data Centers Unveils AI-Enabled Platform in Partnership with Robot Network

New colocation, cloud, and network capabilities deliver integrated and scalable intelligent infrastructure to drive AI-enabled operations and business value

NORWALK, CT – November 5, 2025 — 365 Data Centers (“365”), a leading provider of network-centric colocation, network, cloud, and other managed services, announces today a transformative partnership with Robot Network to provide enterprise customers with new private cloud AI solutions. Hosted in 365’s cloud, the new Robot capability will support small-language models, analytics, reporting, business intelligence, custom capabilities, and cost optimization This partnership introduces an entirely new infrastructure pattern in which colocation facilities become the optimization layer for AI.

Building on 365’s strong foundation in colocation, network, and cloud services, this fusion of infrastructure and AI enables intelligent operations at the edge, handling more than 90% of workloads entirely within the data center and leveraging high-density AI at the cores only for the remaining few percent that demand it. The result is a new class of hybrid AI infrastructure that transforms colocation from passive hosting into an active optimization layer, reducing total AI operating costs and enabling agentic AI to run securely within 10-50 kW footprints, dramatically increasing revenue per watt for colocation and data centers.

“Our objective is to meet AI where colocation, connectivity and cloud converge,” said Derek Gillespie, CEO of 365 Data Centers. “This platform will provide seamless integration and economies of scale for our customers and partners giving them access to AI that is purpose-built for their business initiatives.”

This joint offering introduces initial use cases for enterprise clients, enabled by a proprietary AI chat (GPT) platform that integrates small and large language models to revolutionize how AI is adopted.

“We’re excited to partner with 365 Data Centers to bring this unique offering to market,” said Jacob Guedalia, CEO of Robot Network. “365 is a forward-thinking partner with best-in-class colocation capabilities and deep operational expertise. By leveraging their infrastructure together with our proprietary stack – optimized for AMD EPYC processors and NVIDIA GPUs – we’re delivering a trusted platform that helps customers unlock the full potential of AI. Our system harnesses small AI models from market-leading firms such as Meta, OpenAI, and Grok to make advanced AI accessible and affordable for millions of enterprises.”

Through this partnership and platform launch, 365 is reinforcing its role as a pioneering infrastructure-as-a-service provider, enabling enterprise customers to unlock data-driven advantages and transition confidently into an AI-enabled operational model. The company remains committed to empowering customers to transform their IT environments with flexibility, security, and insight, driving long-term value across every stage of digital transformation.

For more information about 365 Data Centers and Robot Network’s services, please visit https://365datacenters.com and https://rbtnetwork.com.

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About 365 Data Centers
365 Data Centers is a leading provider of hybrid Data Center solutions in 20 primarily edge markets. Along with network-centric Data Centers in Alpharetta (GA), Aurora (CO), Boca Raton (FL), Bridgewater (NJ), Buffalo (NY), Carlstadt (NJ), Chicago (IL), Commack (NY), Detroit (MI), Fort Lauderdale (FL), Herndon (VA), Nashville (TN), Marlborough (MA), Philadelphia-University City (PA), Philadelphia Downtown (PA), New York City (NY), Rancho Cordova (CA), Richardson (TX), Smyrna (GA), and Tampa (FL), the company also operates a resilient, low latency, nationwide fiber network and four cloud regions. 365 serves more than 1,400 customers.
365’s robust, carrier-neutral ecosystem and secure, reliable edge colocation, network connectivity, internet access, DRaaS, BaaS, cloud computing and storage, and business continuity services help organizations reduce costs, drive innovation, and improve their customer experience. 365 Data Centers supports mission-critical application infrastructure by providing industry leading Service Level Agreement protections and adhering to industry standards such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2, SSAE 18, and ISAE 3402. 365 Data Centers’ corporate office is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. For more information, please visit https://365datacenters.com.

About Robot Network
Robot delivers Mission Control at the Edge—a lean, purpose-built platform for running intelligent AI with precision and efficiency. By leveraging small models deployed at the edge, Robot gives enterprises the full power of AI without the complexity or cost of hyperscalers. The platform transforms unstructured AI into governed, auditable, and compliant automated workflows while maintaining simplicity and cost-effectiveness. Designed with data sovereignty, blockchain-backed verification, and security at its core, Robot enables organizations across finance, healthcare, supply chain, and e-commerce to deploy scalable, mission-ready AI responsibly.
Founded by a team from Meta, Caltech, the Hebrew University, Weizmann Institute of Science, and MIT, Robot combines deep research pedigree with real-world engineering experience to redefine how AI is deployed and governed at the edge.

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365 Data Centers Appoints Derek Gillespie as Chief Executive Officer and Steve Amelio as President

365 Data Centers Appoints Derek Gillespie as Chief Executive Officer and Steve Amelio as President

Company builds on leadership continuity following successful tenure of Co-Founder and CEO Bob DeSantis

NORWALK, CT – October 8, 2025 – 365 Data Centers (“365”), a leading provider of network-centric colocation, network, cloud and other managed services, announces the appointment of Derek Gillespie as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Steve Amelio as President. This leadership transition follows the planned retirement of Co-Founder and CEO Bob DeSantis, who will continue to serve as a Board Member and strategic advisor to the company.

Gillespie brings over two decades of experience in driving growth across the data center and telecommunications industries. Since joining 365 as CRO in 2024, Gillespie has played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s market reach, strengthening customer relationships, and executing strategic acquisitions that have positioned 365 as one of the fastest-growing hybrid data center providers in the U.S. He will continue to act as CRO in addition to taking on the new role of CEO.

Amelio, who has been with 365 since 2019 has been instrumental in building the company’s operational and financial foundation. As President, he will continue to serve as CFO as well, overseeing finance and administration while leading day-to-day operations to ensure continued operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and scalable growth.

“Derek and Steve have been central to 365’s success and are ideally suited to lead the company into its next phase of growth,” said Bob DeSantis, Co-Founder and Board Member, 365 Data Centers. “Their leadership, deep industry expertise, and shared vision will ensure continuity while propelling the company forward as a trusted Infrastructure-as-a-Service and managed services provider.”

Under DeSantis’ leadership, 365 transformed from a collection of eight standalone data centers into a national, interconnected platform with 20 facilities, 80MW of capacity, 1,200 customers, and a resilient, low-latency network spanning key edge markets. This foundation positions 365 for continued expansion under Gillespie and Amelio’s leadership.

“We are honored to carry forward the incredible momentum that Bob and the team have built,” said Derek Gillespie, CEO, 365 Data Centers. “Our focus remains on delivering reliable, high-performance infrastructure solutions that empower our customers to grow and innovate.”

“This is an exciting time for 365,” added Steve Amelio, President, 365 Data Centers. “We look forward to building upon our strong operational backbone and customer-first culture as we continue to scale and strengthen our network-centric platform.”

For more information about 365 Data Centers, please visit https://365datacenters.com.

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About 365 Data Centers

365 Data Centers is a leading provider of hybrid Data Center solutions in 20 primarily edge markets. Along with network-centric Data Centers in Alpharetta (GA), Aurora (CO), Boca Raton (FL), Bridgewater (NJ), Buffalo (NY), Carlstadt (NJ), Chicago (IL), Commack (NY), Detroit (MI), Fort Lauderdale (FL), Herndon (VA), Nashville (TN), Marlborough (MA), Philadelphia-University City (PA), Philadelphia Downtown (PA), New York City (NY), Rancho Cordova (CA), Richardson (TX), Smyrna (GA), and Tampa (FL), the company also operates a resilient, low latency, nationwide fiber network and four cloud regions. 365 serves more than 1,200 customers.

365’s robust, carrier-neutral ecosystem and secure, reliable edge colocation, network connectivity, internet access, DRaaS, BaaS, cloud computing and storage, and business continuity services help organizations reduce costs, drive innovation, and improve their customer experience. 365 Data Centers supports mission-critical application infrastructure by providing industry leading Service Level Agreement protections and adhering to industry standards such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2, SSAE 18, and ISAE 3402. 365 Data Centers’ corporate office is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. For more information, please visit: https://365datacenters.com/

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365 Data Centers Co-Founder and CEO Bob DeSantis to Retire

365 Data Centers Co-Founder and CEO Bob DeSantis to Retire

Derek Gillespie named CEO & CRO and Steve Amelio appointed President & CFO; DeSantis to oversee current strategic initiatives, assist with the transition, and continue as a Board Member

NORWALK, CT – October 6, 2025 – 365 Data Centers (“365”), a leading provider of network-centric colocation, network, cloud and other managed services, today announces that Co-Founder and CEO, Bob DeSantis has notified the Company of his planned retirement and, as of October 1, 2025, has initiated the transition of his CEO responsibilities to the Company’s Chief Revenue Officer, Derek Gillespie and to the Company’s long-time CFO, Steve Amelio, who has been promoted to the position of President & CFO. DeSantis will remain an employee of the company on a part time basis through the end of the year to oversee strategic initiatives that are in progress and ensure a seamless transition of his CEO responsibilities. Beginning January 1, 2026, DeSantis will continue as Co-Founder and Board Member.

DeSantis remarks, “After 48 years in financial, legal, operations, strategic, M&A, and leadership roles in the communications, energy, network equipment, cloud, and infrastructure-as-a-service sectors, with the last 15 years dedicated to building two data center businesses, it is the right time for me to transition from the significant time commitment of a CEO in a 24/7 industry to that of an experienced Board member. This is a well-planned succession with a natural handoff to Derek, who will lead the business as CEO and CRO, and Steve, who will take on major operational responsibilities as President and CFO. Derek and Steve are highly capable professionals and more than ready to lead the Company forward. I have had the great privilege of building 365 with my very talented and dedicated equity partners, fellow 365 management team and employees, and outside service providers. I look forward to focusing on a balance of family time, personal pursuits, 365 Board and strategic matters, and other select affiliations.”

DeSantis’ leadership at 365 completely transformed the Company. Since 2017, the business grew from 8 stand-alone colocation facilities to 20 network interconnected data centers, 9MW to 80MW of capacity, 40 to 180 employees, 150 to over 1,200 customers, and added 80 additional network points-of-presence, over 700 peering partners, 4 cloud regions, and a suite of network, cloud, and other managed service offerings.

Lance Hirt, Managing Partner at Stonecourt Capital adds, “We appreciate Bob’s leadership and extended time commitment as CEO since our investment and partnership which began in 2020. Bob has built a strong management team, and we are very pleased to support Derek and Steve as we continue to drive 365’s success.”

Matt Kim, Founder and Managing Partner of Lumerity Capital remarks, “Having partnered with Bob since the inception of 365, I’ve had a front-row seat to the spectacular growth of 365 Data Centers. Bob is one of the best acquirors, integrators, and operators I’ve worked with, and we look forward to his continued involvement as a Board member.”

For more information about 365 Data Centers, please visit https://365datacenters.com.

About 365 Data Centers

365 Data Centers is a leading provider of hybrid Data Center solutions in 20 primarily edge markets. Along with network-centric Data Centers in Alpharetta (GA), Aurora (CO), Boca Raton (FL), Bridgewater (NJ), Buffalo (NY), Carlstadt (NJ), Chicago (IL), Commack (NY), Detroit (MI), Fort Lauderdale (FL), Herndon (VA), Nashville (TN), Marlborough (MA), Philadelphia-University City (PA), Philadelphia Downtown (PA), New York City (NY), Rancho Cordova (CA), Richardson (TX), Smyrna (GA), and Tampa (FL), the company also operates a resilient, low latency, nationwide fiber network and four cloud regions. 365 serves more than 1,200 customers.

365’s robust, carrier-neutral ecosystem and secure, reliable edge colocation, network connectivity, internet access, DRaaS, BaaS, cloud computing and storage, and business continuity services help organizations reduce costs, drive innovation, and improve their customer experience. 365 Data Centers supports mission-critical application infrastructure by providing industry leading Service Level Agreement protections and adhering to industry standards such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2, SSAE 18, and ISAE 3402. 365 Data Centers’ corporate office is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. For more information, please visit: https://365datacenters.com/

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Ilissa Miller

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The Hidden Costs of Data Center Management: Why Colocation Makes Financial Sense

The Hidden Costs of Data Center Management: Why Colocation Makes Financial Sense

Authored by: Tom Perkins

Modern enterprises face rising, often underestimated costs when managing their own data center infrastructure. From energy bills to downtime risks and increasing maintenance needs, these hidden costs can undermine the promise of on-premises control and strain IT budgets. With cost efficiency being top of mind for many as digital infrastructure expands, exploring these pain points is critical to ensuring long-term success in the landscape.

Expenses of Data Center Management

On the surface, keeping infrastructure in-house may seem like the best financial option. However, industry data contradicts that idea. For example, the United States Chamber of Commerce reported that a typical data center spends 40% of its annual operating budget just to power its systems. Operational expenses are ballooning for legacy data centers in particular as older hardware and cooling systems struggle to keep pace with evolving demands. There’s also an increased threat of downtime in legacy facilities, which presents a major financial liability.

Another major cost of keeping a data center running is labor. As data centers grow more complex, the talent pipeline is dwindling, which makes the costs of hiring and retaining talent in-house substantial. Security and compliance costs also cannot be overlooked, especially as legacy systems struggle to keep up with today’s cyber threats. Additionally, modern regulatory and environmental standards are now being enforced across industries, which will make future sustainability investments essential for compliance and long-term operation.

How Colocation Providers Can Help

These challenges can make it daunting to contemplate keeping data in-house and especially building a new data center facility. However, enterprises don’t have to take on this financial burden. Outsourcing to a trusted colocation provider like 365 Data Centers can make financial sense. By sharing infrastructure investments across a wide client base, we enable organizations to benefit from up-to-date equipment, sophisticated cooling infrastructure, efficient power redundancy, and ongoing modernization, all without heavy upfront capital costs.

The result is a reliable environment that absorbs costs and risks otherwise borne by the client. Colocation also brings operational efficiencies, as providers often refresh hardware to comply with industry energy and security benchmarks, giving customers uninterrupted access to advanced, compliant, and secure IT environments without recurring reinvestment.

Colocation with 365 empowers you to scale space and power flexibly as business needs fluctuate, so you aren’t stuck with stranded assets or left scrambling when demand surges. Our facilities feature industry-certified security and resilience measures, 24/7 monitoring, and built-in redundancies, shifting the burden of risk off internal teams. We also provide deep in-house expertise and our team is available 24/7/365 to assist with compliance initiatives, optimizing networks, and anything else you might need, keeping specialized labor costs down for your organization.

Contact Our Experts

Consolidating IT operations inside a purpose-built, professionally managed colocation facility gives you cost control, predictability, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing both present and future needs are covered. As digital transformation accelerates, the long-term costs of in-house facility management have never been more evident. Luckily, they have also never been easier to avoid. Our team is here to prepare you for what’s next, by delivering a secure, flexible, and fiscally sound infrastructure foundation for your data. Contact us today: https://365datacenters.com/contact/

From Rack to Cloud: Creating a Seamless Hybrid IT Environment

From Rack to Cloud: Creating a Seamless Hybrid IT Environment

Authored by: Derek Gillespie

In today’s digital-first landscape, the evolution from traditional on-premises infrastructure to robust cloud-enabled ecosystems is accelerating quickly. Notably, through 2027, up to 90% of organizations are expected to adopt a hybrid cloud model according to Gartner, reflecting the growing demand for flexible, secure, and scalable technology solutions across virtually every sector, from financial services and healthcare to manufacturing and retail. This transformation is a strategic shift to meet dynamic business demands, regulatory requirements, and innovation targets in a rapidly changing industry.

Rising Demand for Hybrid Solutions

Enterprises are facing pressure to balance cost, agility, security, and compliance. Full cloud deployments promise limitless scalability and rapid provisioning, making them an appealing option. However, mission-critical workloads, legacy applications, regulatory standards, and/or other factors can often require that some data be anchored on-premises.

Today’s hybrid IT environments blend the control and performance of physical data center racks with the flexibility of public and private cloud services. This means businesses have the freedom to optimize how and where workloads run for cost-efficiency and performance, rapidly scale applications without sacrificing security or compliance, avoid vendor lock-in, and tailor their tech to evolving business needs.

Factors to Consider

Ensuring that a hybrid IT environment works seamlessly demands more than infrastructure; it depends on informed strategy and operational expertise. For enterprises that are pursuing hybrid solutions, it is important to unify the management of the ecosystem by orchestrating workloads across on-prem and cloud platforms using centralized dashboards, automation, and policy-driven controls.

In addition, investing in robust security frameworks such as encryption, multi-factor authentication, and real-time monitoring helps protect data, regardless of its location. It’s essential for organizations today to have real-time access to IT resources 24/7/365, making business continuity and disaster recovery plans essential considerations when creating a hybrid environment.

Finally, to take full advantage of hybrid IT infrastructure, businesses should prioritize building architectures that support seamless API integration, multi-cloud orchestration, and effortless workload migration. This will ensure that the organization can harness the interoperability and flexibility benefits that hybrid IT systems are known for.

Consult Our Expert Team

365 Data Centers specializes in designing and operating hybrid IT environments that make integration seamless. We deliver state-of-the-art data centers for mission-critical infrastructure as well as high-speed interconnection and carrier-neutral cloud gateways. Our flexible solutions are future-proof and tailored for scalability and resilience. To support our customers, we also offer managed services, robust security, and compliance expertise. Whether you’re planning a cloud migration, upgrading legacy environments, or seeking a competitive edge for your business, our experts are ready to guide you through this transition. Reach out at https://365datacenters.com/contact/.

 

365 Data Centers Announces Strategic Collaboration with Liberty Center One to Expand Cloud Capabilities

365 Data Centers Announces Strategic Collaboration with Liberty Center One to Expand Cloud Capabilities

The companies will leverage each other’s capabilities to bring best of breed public, private and hybrid cloud, colocation, and network services to enterprise clients

NORWALK, CT – August 12, 2025 – 365 Data Centers (“365”), a leading provider of network-centric colocation, network, cloud and other managed services, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Liberty Center One, an IT delivery solutions company focused on cloud services, data protection and high availability environments. This collaboration aims to expand the companies’ combined cloud capabilities.

Liberty Center One is a leader in providing open-sourced based public and private cloud services, disaster recovery resources, and colocation solutions at two hardened data centers which it operates. 365 currently operates 20 colocation data centers, and this relationship is set to enhance the company’s colocation, public cloud, multi-tenant, private cloud, and hybrid cloud offerings for enterprise clients, as well as its managed and dedicated services.

“This collaboration will have big implications for 365 as we continue to expand our offerings to the market,” said Derek Gillespie, CRO of 365 Data Centers. “When it comes to solutions for enterprise, working with Liberty Center One will enable us to enhance our current suite of cloud capabilities and hosted services to give our customers what they need today to meet the demands of their business.”

Tim Mullahy, Managing Director of Liberty Center One, added “We’re looking forward to working with 365 Data Centers to be able to truly bring the best out of one another’s services through this agreement. Customer service has always been our number one priority, and this  association will be instrumental in helping 365 reach its business goals.”

For more information about 365 Data Centers and Liberty Center One’s services, please visit https://365datacenters.com and https://www.libertycenterone.com/. 

About 365 Data Centers

365 Data Centers is a leading provider of hybrid Data Center solutions in 20 primarily edge markets. Along with network-centric Data Centers in Alpharetta (GA), Aurora (CO), Boca Raton (FL), Bridgewater (NJ), Buffalo (NY), Carlstadt (NJ), Chicago (IL), Commack (NY), Detroit (MI), Fort Lauderdale (FL), Herndon (VA), Nashville (TN), Marlborough (MA), Philadelphia-University City (PA), Philadelphia Downtown (PA), New York City (NY), Rancho Cordova (CA), Richardson (TX), Smyrna (GA), and Tampa (FL), the company also operates a resilient, low latency, nationwide fiber network and four cloud regions. 365 serves more than 1,400 customers.

365’s robust, carrier-neutral ecosystem and secure, reliable edge colocation, network connectivity, internet access, DRaaS, BaaS, cloud computing and storage, and business continuity services help organizations reduce costs, drive innovation, and improve their customer experience. 365 Data Centers supports mission-critical application infrastructure by providing industry leading Service Level Agreement protections and adhering to industry standards such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2, SSAE 18, and ISAE 3402. 365 Data Centers’ corporate office is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. For more information, please visit: https://365datacenters.com/

About Liberty Center One

Liberty Center One is an IT delivery solutions company focused on data protection and high availability environments. Liberty operates two hardened data centers in Royal Oak, MI, and Cincinnati, OH, providing colocation solutions, public and private cloud environments, disaster recovery resources and remote desktops as a service. Recognized by Inc. magazine as one of the top 5000 fastest growing private companies, Liberty provides end to end engineering support for migration, optimization and management of customers’ cloud resources. For more information, please visit: https://www.libertycenterone.com/about-us/

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365 Data Centers CRO Derek Gillespie to Discuss Digital Infrastructure at Data Center Frontier Trends Summit

365 Data Centers CRO Derek Gillespie to Discuss Digital Infrastructure at Data Center Frontier Trends Summit

Gillespie will take part in a panel alongside other industry experts from leading interconnection and edge data center providers.

NORWALK, CT – August 6, 2025 – 365 Data Centers (“365”), a leading provider of network-centric colocation, network, cloud and other managed services, is set to participate in the Data Center Frontier Trends Summit, taking place August 26–28, 2025, in Reston, Virginia. Derek Gillespie, CRO, will share his insights during a panel centered on how emerging infrastructure strategies are impacting the digital landscape. The conversation will explore edge computing, interconnection, the role of AI, and more.

The Data Center Frontier Trends Summit aims to equip industry decision makers with the information necessary to confidently navigate emerging trends and make strategic, future-focused decisions. This event drives progress by connecting attendees with thought leaders and the practical knowledge essential for success in this rapidly evolving landscape. Gillespie will speak in a session titled, “The Distributed Data Frontier: Edge, Interconnection, and the Future of Digital Infrastructure,” which will examine how data center architecture is transforming and which strategies will be key to the digital future. He will focus on how to meet the changing demands of businesses looking for flexible and scalable data center solutions, specifically discussing the value of hybrid infrastructure and effortless connectivity.

WHAT:            Panel: The Distributed Data Frontier: Edge, Interconnection, and the Future of Digital Infrastructure

WHERE:         The Hyatt Regency Reston 1800 Presidents St, Reston, VA 20190

WHEN:            Tuesday, August 26, 2025; 3:45 – 4:45 p.m. ET

PANELISTS:

Moderator:

To register for the Data Center Frontier Trends Summit, click here: https://www.dcftrends.com/2025/begin

For more information about 365 Data Centers, please visit https://365datacenters.com.

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About 365 Data Centers

365 Data Centers is a leading provider of hybrid Data Center solutions in 20 primarily edge markets. Along with network-centric Data Centers in Alpharetta (GA), Aurora (CO), Boca Raton (FL), Bridgewater (NJ), Buffalo (NY), Carlstadt (NJ), Chicago (IL), Commack (NY), Detroit (MI), Fort Lauderdale (FL), Herndon (VA), Nashville (TN), Marlborough (MA), Philadelphia-University City (PA), Philadelphia Downtown (PA), New York City (NY), Rancho Cordova (CA), Richardson (TX), Smyrna (GA), and Tampa (FL), the company also operates a resilient, low latency, nationwide fiber network and four cloud regions. 365 serves more than 1,400 customers.

365’s robust, carrier-neutral ecosystem and secure, reliable edge colocation, network connectivity, internet access, DRaaS, BaaS, cloud computing and storage, and business continuity services help organizations reduce costs, drive innovation, and improve their customer experience. 365 Data Centers supports mission-critical application infrastructure by providing industry leading Service Level Agreement protections and adhering to industry standards such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2, SSAE 18, and ISAE 3402. 365 Data Centers’ corporate office is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. For more information, please visit: https://365datacenters.com/

 

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365 Data Centers and Megaport Grow Partnership to Expand Capabilities

365 Data Centers and Megaport Grow Partnership to Expand Capabilities

Megaport adds Points-of-Presence at multiple 365 Data Centers facilities, enhancing benefits to customers

NORWALK, CT – July 29, 2025 – 365 Data Centers (“365”), a leading provider of network-centric colocation, network, cloud, and other managed services, announces a further expansion of its partnership with Megaport, a global leading Network-as-a-Service provider (NaaS).

Megaport has broadened its 365 footprint by adding Points-of-Presence (PoPs) at several of 365 Data Centers’ Colocation facilities (Alpharetta, GA; Aurora, CO; Boca Raton, FL; Bridgewater, NJ; Carlstadt, NJ; and Spring Garden, PA), further enhancing public cloud and other connectivity solutions available to 365’s customers. They now have the ability to consume bandwidth and network services utilizing “any port at the same price.” Customers will be able to access DIA, Transport, and direct to cloud connectivity options to all the major public cloud hyperscalers, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud, and IBM Cloud, directly from 365 Data Centers.

“Integrating Megaport’s advanced connectivity solutions into our data centers is a natural progression of our partnership and network-centric strategy,” said Derek Gillespie, CRO at 365 Data Centers. “When we’ve added to Megaport’s presence in other facilities, the deployments fortify our joint Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) offerings  and complement our partnership in major markets. Megaport’s growing presence with 365 significantly enhances the public cloud connectivity options available to our customers.”

“Our expanded partnership with 365 Data Centers is all about pushing boundaries and delivering more for our customers. Together, we’re making cutting-edge network solutions easier to access, no matter the size or location of the business, so customers can connect, scale, and innovate on their terms,” said Michael Reid, CEO at Megaport.

For more information about 365 Data Centers and Megaport’s services, please visit https://365datacenters.com and https://www.megaport.com.

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About 365 Data Centers

365 Data Centers is a leading provider of Colocation, Cloud and Network solutions in 20 primarily edge markets. Along with network-centric Data Centers in Alpharetta (GA), Aurora (CO), Boca Raton (FL), Bridgewater (NJ), Buffalo (NY), Carlstadt (NJ), Chicago (IL), Commack (NY), Detroit (MI), Fort Lauderdale (FL), Herndon (VA), Nashville (TN), Marlborough (MA), Philadelphia-University City (PA), Philadelphia Downtown (PA), New York City (NY), Rancho Cordova (CA), Richardson (TX), Smyrna (GA), and Tampa (FL), the company also operates a resilient, low latency, nationwide fiber network and four cloud regions. 365 serves more than 1,400 customers.

365’s robust, carrier-neutral ecosystem and secure, reliable edge colocation, network connectivity, internet access, DRaaS, BaaS, cloud computing and storage, and business continuity services help organizations reduce costs, drive innovation, and improve their customer experience. 365 Data Centers supports mission-critical application infrastructure by providing industry leading Service Level Agreement protections and adhering to industry standards such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2, SSAE 18, and ISAE 3402. 365 Data Centers’ corporate office is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. For more information, please visit: https://365datacenters.com/

About Megaport

Megaport is changing how businesses connect their infrastructure, with one smart and simple platform to manage every connection. Build secure, scalable, and agile networks in just a few clicks, accessing global endpoints and creating private paths in minutes. Trusted by the world’s leading companies, Megaport partners with global service providers, DC operators, systems integrators, and managed services companies, and operates in 975+ enabled locations worldwide. Megaport is ISO/IEC 27001 certified. Join the network revolution at megaport.com.

 

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The Security Advantages of Colocation with an Independent Provider

The Security Advantages of Colocation with an Independent Provider

Authored by: Chris Mirabello

With ever-evolving technology, comes ever-evolving threats. According to a recent report by Privacy Rights Clearinghouse, in Q1 of 2025 alone, over 32 million people were impacted by 658 distinct breach incidents in the U.S. With threats to our digital landscapes ramping up, increasingly complex compliance requirements are often put into place to combat them. This makes the decision of where to colocate your critical IT infrastructure more pressing than ever. While hyperscalers and large public providers are well-known for their capabilities, colocating with an independent provider offers distinct security advantages that could prove vital for safeguarding your business, data, and reputation.

Unlike large, multi-tenant hyperscale operators, independent colocation providers can focus on the unique needs of their clients. For example, at 365 Data Centers, security is woven into every aspect of our operations. Our 20 carrier-neutral data centers are strategically located across the U.S., each designed to deliver secure, reliable, and compliant colocation services. We operate with a laser focus on multi-layered security, combining robust physical protections, advanced network defenses, and rigorous access controls to create a comprehensive security perimeter for our clients.

Security & Compliance

While physical security is easy to overlook, this element is foundational to any effective data center strategy. 365’s facilities employ 24/7/365 monitoring, biometric access controls, and video surveillance to ensure that only authorized personnel can access sensitive areas. This multi-layered approach not only deters unauthorized access but also provides multiple opportunities for threat detection and rapid response. By maintaining direct control over facilities, independent providers can quickly adapt security protocols to address emerging risks, something that can often be lost in larger, less agile environments.

Compliance is another crucial piece of the puzzle. Our operations are built to exceed the requirements of leading regulatory frameworks, including HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2, SSAE 18, and ISAE 3404. Our clients benefit from facilities that are not only compliant from day one, but are also audit-ready, with documentation and support available whenever needed. This proactive approach to compliance minimizes risk, reduces the burden on internal teams, and ensures infrastructure is always aligned with the latest regulatory demands.

Resilience, Recovery, & Support

Security goes beyond prevention; it’s also about resilience in the face of threats. 365’s network infrastructure is engineered with that in mind. We also integrate redundant power, cooling, and network systems to guarantee uptime and business continuity. We offer 100% uptime SLAs for customers leveraging both primary and redundant circuits, ensuring your data and applications remain available even in the face of unexpected disruptions. Our disaster recovery and real-time backup solutions further protect your business, enabling rapid restoration in the event of an incident.

One of the greatest benefits from working with an independent provider is the personalized service and accountability you can expect. Our experienced technical staff are always available to support your team, whether you’re facing a security question, compliance audit, or technical challenge. With 365 Data Centers, you have a single point of contact and a partner who is fully invested in your success, eliminating delays and focusing on what matters most: your business. Learn more today: https://365datacenters.com/

Navigating Compliance: How Our Data Center Solutions Meet Regulatory Standards

Navigating Compliance: How Our Data Center Solutions Meet Regulatory Standards

Authored by Derek Gillespie

As the world grows increasingly digital, compliance has gone from being a box to check to the foundation of trust between businesses, customers, and partners. In 2025, the data center industry is facing a wave of new and evolving regulations, with stricter data privacy laws across states and globally driving demand for localized storage and more rigorous data handling practices. In addition, sustainability requirements are pushing operators to optimize cooling efficiency, minimize environmental impact, and enhance transparency. These trends underscore just how critical it is for businesses to partner with data centers that not only keep pace with regulatory change but actively anticipate it and strategize accordingly.

At 365 Data Centers, we know firsthand that the stakes are higher than ever as the volume of sensitive data grows at an unprecedented rate. That’s why our data center solutions are purpose-built to guide you through the complex world of compliance with confidence.

Every industry faces unique regulatory demands, from HIPAA mandates in healthcare to the rigorous standards of PCI DSS for payment processing. The consequences of non-compliance can be severe across industries, including hefty fines, damage to reputations, and operational disruption. That’s why today’s organizations need more than just a place to store their data; they need a partner who understands the regulatory landscape and provides infrastructure that exceeds these standards.

Compliance is woven into the fabric of our operations at 365 Data Centers. Our 20 carrier-neutral data centers, strategically located across the U.S., are designed to deliver secure, reliable, and compliant colocation services. Each facility is monitored around the clock, and meets the data retention and security requirements for HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2, SSAE 18, and ISAE 3404. This comprehensive approach guarantees that your data is protected, accessible, and audit-ready at all times.

Delivering compliance-ready solutions extends to every aspect of our service. Our facilities maintain certifications for leading compliance frameworks, offering peace of mind that your infrastructure aligns with regulatory requirements from day one. In addition to 24/7/365 monitoring, we employ rigorous access controls to safeguard your data against unauthorized access and breaches. Reliability is equally important, which is why we guarantee 100% uptime of power for customers leveraging both primary and redundant circuits, minimizing risk and ensuring business continuity. Plus, when it comes to navigating audits or addressing compliance questions, our experienced technical staff are always available to support you, so you can focus on your core business.

Compliance goes beyond where your data physically resides to encompass how you protect and recover it. To that end, 365’s robust cloud solutions include disaster recovery, real-time backups, and seamless connectivity to major public clouds, ensuring that your data remains secure and recoverable in any scenario. By integrating colocation, cloud, and network connectivity, we can help you every step of the way in building a resilient IT environment that supports both regulatory and performance requirements.

For enterprises, it can feel overwhelming to keep up with changing standards and worry about being or remaining compliant, but you don’t have to do it alone. 365 Data Centers is your trusted compliance partner, with solutions designed to adapt as regulations evolve and your business grows, freeing you from daily stress in a world where data is your most valuable asset. Let’s work together to ensure your infrastructure is secure, compliant, and ready for the future. Contact us today: https://365datacenters.com/contact/