The “cloud” and Artificial Intelligence are not just software floating in the sky; they are comprised of massive, hyper-secure, physical facilities that act as the engine of the global digital economy. As the world rapidly transitions into the era of Artificial Intelligence, the demand for high-density data centers in both the U.S. and EMEA has skyrocketed - bringing an unprecedented need for private capital and innovative financing structures.

In this exclusive fireside chat, Meghan Baivier, CFO of Aligned Data Centers – a recently valued $40 billion data center developer, owner, and operator – sits down to demystify the data center industry for the capital markets. This session will break down the true physical and financial realities of global digital infrastructure, the staggering capital required to meet the industry’s lofty AI-driven goals, and how top-tier developers are structuring their growth.

Attendees will get an inside look at Aligned’s unique strategy - combining adaptive, sustainable design with massive scale. The session will also explore the company’s recent acquisition - the largest digital infrastructure deal in history - and how this milestone will shape its upcoming capital needs as Aligned continues to solidify its position as the premier partner for the world's largest technology firms.