Alibaba Cloud to open 2nd data centre in South Korea – Entelechy ...
Alibaba Cloud is set to launch its second data centre in South Korea by the end of June 2025, in response to the growing demand for cloud computing and artificial intelligence services in the local market. This new data centre comes just three years after the establishment of their first data centre in South Korea.
The primary goal of the new facility is to support the rapid adoption of generative AI and digital transformation in various industries across South Korea. With the launch of this data centre, Alibaba Cloud plans to introduce a wider range of cloud-native, big data, and database products specifically designed to support advanced AI applications.
Enhanced Capabilities
The new data centre is expected to offer improved cloud resilience, enhanced network performance, and robust capabilities for high availability and disaster recovery. This move aims to provide customers with more resilient and adaptable cloud environments, ultimately fostering AI innovation across different sectors and expanding the digital ecosystem.
Local Impact
Alibaba Cloud has been actively involved in the South Korean market since 2016, offering scalable and secure digital solutions to a variety of industries. Their local partnerships include collaborations with AI solutions provider Univa and livestreaming company Lala Station. These collaborations have enabled advancements in generative AI and expansion into new markets such as Southeast Asia.
Moreover, Alibaba Cloud has achieved the Korea Information Security Management System (K-ISMS) certification for its South Korean data centre infrastructure, further solidifying its commitment to data security and compliance in the region.
