The Ultimate Guide to Edge Computing

2026 · Asian Edition

Edge computing represents a transformative shift in the way data is processed, moving computation and analytics closer to the source of data generation rather than relying solely on centralized cloud infrastructures. This proximity reduces latency, enhances real-time data processing, and supports emerging technologies such as IoT, AI, and 5G. Organizations across various industries are increasingly exploring edge computing to overcome the limitations of centralized cloud models, improve application performance, and enable innovative services.

Recent developments highlighted in the stories include strategic partnerships between tech giants like Intel, Alibaba Cloud, and Schneider Electric to develop edge platforms and micro data center solutions that facilitate rapid deployment and scalability. Industry players are also focusing on the security, governance, and energy efficiency challenges associated with distributed edge environments. The expansion of edge data centers, advancements in AI at the edge, and the integration of edge computing with multi-cloud and hybrid IT strategies indicate the growing importance of edge in modern digital transformation initiatives.

Readers interested in the evolving landscape of data infrastructure, the convergence of cloud and edge technologies, and practical insights on implementing edge computing will find valuable information in these stories. Exploring edge computing concepts, market trends, and real-world applications can help businesses and IT professionals understand how to leverage edge capabilities for improved performance, security, and competitive advantage.

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Analyst Insights
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Data centre market set to hit USD $1.08 trillion by 2034
Polaris Market Research · Edge Computing · UC
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Conflow wins Frost & Sullivan award for AI streetlights
Frost & Sullivan · Edge Computing · Smart Cities
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IoT Analytics · Edge Computing · SaaS
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CTERA named strong performer in Gartner cloud storage
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Expert columns
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By Mark Bakker of HPE Operations
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Why diverse voices are essential in the Edge AI revolution
By Fei Kwong of Duos Technologies
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By Dmitry Morozov of 3DiVi
Last month
AI pushes dense, decentralised & sustainable data centres
By Farokh Ghadially Vice President at Schneider Electric and Brendan Hogan Senior Manager at Dell Technologies
Tue, 10th Feb 2026
Australia eyes open AI infrastructure for 2026 era
By Alexey Navolokin of AMD
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
Singapore - The AI Powerhouse & Leading Digital Gateway to Asia
By Warren Aw of Epsilon
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
How Schneider Electric and NVIDIA are redefining AI data center design
By Schneider Electric
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
From hype to reality: The three forces defining security in 2026
By Andrew Burnet of Milestone Systems Interim
Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
2026: AI turns inward as virtualisation is rewritten
By Matthew Oostveen of Pure Storage
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
Using Flash Storage to Unlock Insights from Unstructured Data
By Giorgio Ippoliti of Sandisk
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Five AI shifts that will redefine enterprise strategy in 2026
By Mike Morgan of Insight, APAC
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Trouble on the edge: Resurgent vulnerabilities & edge devices
By Bob Rudis of GreyNoise Intelligence
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
When AI meets infrastructure: designing the data centres that can keep up
By Darren Watkins of VIRTUS
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Edge or server? Choosing the best facial recognition architecture for access control systems
By Leonid Leshukov of 3DiVi
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
How APAC is rewriting the emerging technology adoption playbook
By Biswajeet Mahapatra of Forrester
Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Interviews
Milestone turns video data into AI-driven intelligence
Discussing Software-as-a-Service
Last month
How Formula 1 turns data & cyber security into speed
Discussing Firewalls
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Discussing Virtualisation
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
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Discussing Network Infrastructure
Tue, 27th May 2025
Exclusive: Dell integrates security at the heart of AI innovation
Discussing Network Infrastructure
Tue, 27th May 2025
Recent news
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About Software-as-a-Service
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
ADLINK wins Gartner Asia-Pacific awards for AI factory
About Productivity
Mon, 19th Jan 2026
Fastly names Rachel Ler VP to drive Asia expansion
About Cloud Services
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
HPE boosts retail resilience with new edge & core tech
About Data Protection
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
ADLINK pairs ABOS with modules to meet IoT security rules
About Semiconductors
Mon, 12th Jan 2026
Mitsubishi Electric becomes Linux Foundation gold member
About Cloud Services
Mon, 12th Jan 2026
ADLINK wins seven Taiwan awards for AI edge systems
About Unified Communications
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Sirisoft & Red Hat champion automation for AI-ready IT
About Virtualisation
Wed, 7th Jan 2026
Itochu & Castrol team up on AI data centre cooling
About Sustainability
Tue, 9th Dec 2025
A-FLOW opens ML1 data centre to power PH digital boom
About Cloud Services
Mon, 8th Dec 2025
FiduciaEdge wins USD $20,000 award for 5G O-RAN platform
About Unified Communications
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
NEC expands Broadcom partnership to launch new VCF private cloud
About Private Cloud
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Indosat, Nokia & NVIDIA launch AI-RAN research centre in Indonesia
About Unified Communications
Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Ken Marron named Chief Technology Officer at FLOW in Tokyo
About IT Department
Mon, 6th Oct 2025
NEXCOM unveils rugged AI computer for agriculture & industry
About Robotics
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Google Cloud expands Gemini AI & data residency in Singapore
About Notebook
Fri, 29th Aug 2025
ADLINK launches cExpress-R8 module for efficient AI at the edge
About Gaming
Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Vantiq & Radenta launch real-time AI systems in Philippines
About Public Sector
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
BDx secures PLN power deal to boost Indonesia's AI data centres
About Sustainability
Fri, 20th Jun 2025
EDGNEX invests USD $2.3 billion in Jakarta AI data centre
About Sustainability
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
Job moves
Ken Marron named Chief Technology Officer at FLOW in Tokyo
Move at NEXTDC
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