CloudFest 2025, the world’s premier internet infrastructure event, concluded yesterday after four days of insightful discussions, groundbreaking exhibitions, and unparalleled networking opportunities. This year’s CloudFest event, held at Europa-Park, Germany, centered around the theme “The Human Edge: Finding Your Place in an AI World,” drawing over 9,000 industry leaders from around the globe.
Being held soon after the recently concluded MWC 2025, which also revolved a lot around AI and sustainable innovation, Cloudfest 2025 was in sync with taking those thoughts forward in spirit!
The event focused on how to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, emphasizing the critical role of human expertise and empathy in shaping the future of cloud computing.
Highlights
- Engaging Keynotes and Panels:
- Industry experts and thought leaders delivered presentations on the latest AI trends, cybersecurity challenges, and the importance of human-centered service design.
- Discussions explored the need for “Innovation with Empathy,” ensuring AI advancements serve humanity effectively.
- Comprehensive Exhibition Hall:
- Leading vendors showcased cutting-edge technologies in hardware, software, cybersecurity, domain services, and more.
- Attendees had the opportunity to discover innovative solutions designed to propel their businesses forward in the AI-driven era.
- Unparalleled Networking Opportunities:
- CloudFest facilitated connections between peers, potential partners, and industry pioneers through a series of social events, including the popular World Server Throwing Championship.
- The unique venue of Europa-Park provided a memorable backdrop for building strategic collaborations.
- Focus on Cybersecurity and Networks:
- Sessions addressed the vital role of human vigilance in protecting digital infrastructure against evolving cyber threats.
- Emphasis on Service:
- Discussions centered around how human centered design and empathetic customer interactions create standout services.
Beyond the overarching theme of human-centric AI, CloudFest 2025 featured key brand announcements that are set to reshape the cloud landscape.
Brand announcements
The event featured groundbreaking product launches, including energy-efficient server platforms, AI-driven solutions, and modular cloud infrastructure. Companies like MiTAC, Compal, MSI, and ASUS unveiled cutting-edge technologies designed to address the growing demands of modern data centers while prioritizing sustainability and efficiency.
- MiTAC Computing’s Sustainable Server Solutions:
- MiTAC unveiled its latest energy-efficient cloud and AI-driven server platforms, powered by AMD EPYC™ 9005 Series and Intel® Xeon® 6 processors.
- These innovations emphasize sustainable computing, optimized power efficiency, and high-performance cloud infrastructure, addressing the growing demand for eco-friendly data center solutions.
- MiTAC showcased their focus on lowering operational costs and carbon footprints.
- Compal’s AI Server Breakthrough:
- Compal Electronics launched its SG720-2A/OG720-2A AI server, a significant advancement in high-performance GPU integration.
- This server, equipped with AMD Instinct™ MI325X GPUs and ZutaCore® HyperCool® 2-Phase DLC liquid cooling, sets new benchmarks for energy-saving data centers.
- Compal’s technology displayed very low partial Power Usage Effectiveness (pPUE) scores.
- WebPros and WordPress Innovations:
- “New Monday” at CloudFest featured dedicated programs for web agencies and the WordPress community, powered by WebPros.
- “WP Day” highlighted the latest developments in the WordPress ecosystem, connecting developers and service providers.
- This portion of the event, showed the importance of the WordPress ecosystem within the cloud infrastructure.
CloudFest 2025 provided a platform for industry professionals to explore the intersection of AI and human expertise, fostering valuable partnerships and driving innovation in the cloud infrastructure sector.
CloudFest continues to be the leading event for professionals in the internet infrastructure industry, and the 2025 event has shown how important it is to keep up with the changing world of AI.
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