WinStar, an international research publisher, released its 2026 Global Data Center Industry Report, delivering updated market intelligence and competitive analysis across the digital infrastructure sector.
The report estimates approximately 12,000 operational data centers globally, with up to 1,200 new facilities projected in 2026 (10% year-over-year growth), driven by AI workloads, hyperscale cloud expansion, hybrid-cloud adoption and high-performance computing demand.
WinStar forecasts approximately $3 trillion in cumulative global data center investment through 2030, supported by continued capital deployment from hyperscalers, infrastructure funds, private equity and institutional investors.
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“This remains one of the fastest-growing sectors globally,” said Dr. David Bowen, Managing Director of WinStar. “AI adoption and rising power-density requirements are fundamentally reshaping capital allocation and site selection.”
The 291-page report includes regional forecasts, market segmentation and direct contact information for 360 industry executives.
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