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Conference Ethiopia Internet Development Conference 2020 photo
Mar 3 2020 - Mar 5 2020

Ethiopia Internet Development Conference 2020

Ethiopia is the second most populous country in Africa with more than 105 million citizens. However, it has relatively low Internet connectivity with less than 15% of its population having access to the Internet.

Even those having access to the Internet pay, access is expensive and often unreliable. As a result, Ethiopians risk from being marginalized from the Internet economy. Fortunately, this is changing since the state monopoly on telecommunication that was the root cause of most of the problems has been abolished and competition is in the horizon.

The Internet Society, together with its partners, organizes Ethiopia Internet Development Conference 2020 as a multi-stakeholder event to so that the local community can prepare for this new era and start developing the Internet ecosystem for the benefit of citizens and businesses alike. The event will take place from 3-5 March 2020 in the capital of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa.

We are grateful and honored that the Ministry of Innovation and Technology has accepted to support the conference.

Objective of the Conference
The objective of the conference is to create awareness amongst policy makers, regulators, businesses, technologists, and potential entrepreneurs about the Internet model, technology and organizations and create the foundation for a robust internet Ecosystem in Ethiopia in this new post-monopoly era. Specifically, the conference will:

  • Address the main issues and challenges the country is facing in relation to the quality and penetration of Internet service and technology.
  • Explore different technical options to improve the local internet infrastructure and to make better use of the regional and global internet infrastructure.
  • Explore the potential and future obstacles, threats regarding Internet technology expansion in the country and discuss potential solutions and recommendations.

Expected Outcome
The 2-day conference will be action oriented. It would result in a number of recommendations on how to build the Internet ecosystem.

Who Should Attend
The conference targets policy makers, regulators, businesses, technologists, and potential entrepreneurs. The conference is planned as a non-profit event and international sponsorship and support have been sought to convene the event.

If you are not able to join us on site, watch the livestream!
Menelik II Ave, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Conference 9th Annual Greater New York Data Center Summit photo
Mar 3 2020 - Mar 3 2020
270 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036
Conference Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2020 UAE (CANCELED) photo
Mar 2 2020 - Mar 4 2020

Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2020 UAE (CANCELED)


Cancellation of Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2020 in Dubai



Note from Gartner:
27 February 2020

Due to ongoing concerns about the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19), Gartner has decided to cancel IT Symposium/Xpo, scheduled to take place in Dubai, March 2 – 4, 2020.

Ensuring the health and safety of our customers and employees is our highest priority. Therefore, out of an abundance of caution, we believe this is the right decision given the evolving public health risks.

We have contacted all registered attendees, exhibitors, and partners with details for their individual situations. If you were registered for the conference and need additional assistance please contact us at GlobalConferences@gartner.com.

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At Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™ 2020 discover a refreshing and imaginative approach that will change the way innovative CIOs and IT executives think about digital leadership, business strategy, information and technology. 

If your key initiatives include transforming organizational culture, improving productivity and efficiency, enhancing customer experience or growing revenue, Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo will arm you with the data-driven insights, tools and practical advice needed to deliver a winning strategy.
6 King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Conference Capacity Middle East 2020 (POSTPONED) photo
Mar 2 2020 - Mar 5 2020

Capacity Middle East 2020 (POSTPONED)


Capacity Middle East 2020 has been postponed. Please see official statement below.



We have been closely monitoring the situation of Covid-19 and its impact on global travel plans and the likely attendance at Capacity Middle East due to commence on 2 March.

After close consultation with our customers and partners we have taken the decision to postpone the event to a new date later in the year.

The position has changed rapidly this week as we are in a period of unprecedented volatility and we are aware of the increasing concerns related to travel safety that have emerged over the last 48 hours.

This decision has not been taken lightly but the health of our customers, partners and team is of paramount importance. We feel that as such an important event to the region, its postponement will allow the event to better serve its purpose.

We sincerely appreciate all the work that our customers, partners and team have put into the planning of the event and we believe that a postponement offers the best option to deliver value and certainty to our partners and customers.


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Capacity Middle East is the largest event connecting MENA regionally and internationally. The event will take place on 3 - 5 March at Grand Hyatt Dubai, following on from Subsea Middle East on 2 March.

1,800+ attendees. 525+ companies. 85+ countries. The unmissable event that unites regional and global connectivity leaders in the Middle East.

Middle Eastern digital infrastructure is going through a period of systemic change. The 15th Capacity Middle East is where you reinforce your business’s role in the region for 2020 and beyond.

With ambitious projects driving the future of connectivity including 5G rollouts, ever-growing cloud adoption and world-leading smart city developments, Capacity Middle East 2020 will debate the region’s most pressing topics whilst uniting the most influential regional and global players under one roof.

The connections and experiences made at Capacity Middle East are unrivalled. Everyone is there. You will meet the region’s leading subsea experts at Subsea Middle East on 2 March, as well as the entire digital infrastructure community on 3-5 March.

SAVE $200 | EARLYBIRD DISCOUNT EXPIRES 31 JANUARY


Grand Hyatt Dubai, Sheikh Rashid Road - Riyadh St - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Conference CAPRE’s 9th Annual Northern California Data Center Summit photo
Feb 25 2020 - Feb 25 2020

CAPRE’s 9th Annual Northern California Data Center Summit

The industry is evolving with the emergence of new investors and capital sources who seek opportunities in the expanding digital infrastructure universe. As consumption of data is growing at a rapid rate, developers continue to break ground on larger hyperscale data centers, while seeking to resolve the challenge of pushing content to the edge.  If you are active in hyperscale, colocation/MTDC, 5G, telecom or the next generation, you will not want to miss CAPRE’s 9th Annual Northern California Data Center Summit on February 25, 2020.

What should the industry expect in 2020? How might the Presidential Election and macro factors impact digital infrastructure growth strategies? How will the continued consumption and use of data create new opportunities? Will some markets see oversupply, and others see undersupply? Finally, with all of these changes and frenzied growth, what is the best strategy for your business over the next 12 months? Join CAPRE for this important industry event.

99 Yacht Rd, San Francisco, CA 94123
Conference MWC 2020 Barcelona (Canceled) photo
Feb 24 2020 - Feb 27 2020

MWC 2020 Barcelona (Canceled)


GSMA Statement on MWC Barcelona 2020:


12 February 2020, Barcelona: Since the first edition of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona in 2006, the GSMA has convened the industry, governments, ministers, policymakers, operators and industry leaders across the broader ecosystem.

With due regard to the safe and healthy environment in Barcelona and the host country today, the GSMA has cancelled MWC Barcelona 2020 because the global concern regarding the coronavirus outbreak, travel concern and other circumstances, make it impossible for the GSMA to hold the event.

The Host City Parties respect and understand this decision.

The GSMA and the Host City Parties will continue to be working in unison and supporting each other for MWC Barcelona 2021 and future editions.

Our sympathies at this time are with those affected in China, and all around the world.

Further updates from the GSMA, are on our website and can be found on www.mwcbarcelona.com.

Av. Joan Carles I 64 08908 L’Hospitalet de Llobregat Barcelona, Spain
Conference PhNOG 2020 Manila photo
Feb 24 2020 - Feb 26 2020

PhNOG 2020 Manila


Daily Schedule:

  • Feb 24: Conference
  • Feb 25: Meeting Day (Self arranged)
  • Feb 26: IP Peering Forum
  • Feb 27: Workshop by APNIC – RPKI and ROV Deployment
  • Feb 28: Workshop by APNIC- IPv6 Deployment





CONFERENCE: February 24, 2020
 Registration starts 8am, session stats 9am

Morning session
  • Opening remarks / Keynote
  • Video Message from APNIC EC 
  • Video Message from Internet Society (ISOC)
  • DICT Update -NICTEF
  • APNIC Update
  • ISOC-Ph Update 
Afternoon session

  • Ph Internet Measurement update
  • PhNOG update
  • Philippine Internet Landscape update
  • CFP 1
  • CFP 2
  • CFP 3
  • CFP 4
  • Closing Remarks


IP PEERING FORUM: Feb 26, 2020

Morning session
  • Opening Remarks / Keynote
  • PhOpenIX Updates
  • ROA/RPKI update
  • CFP 5
  • Peering Personals
  • CFP 6
  • CFP 7
  • CFP 8

Afternoon session
  • CFP 9
  • CFP 10
  • CFP 11
  • Peering Personals
  • CFP 12
  • Closing Remarks / Awarding of tokens



Accommodation:

Special rates for PhNOG delegates @ Sheraton Manila Bay (Conference Hotel)
Single PhP5,5000 nett
Double PhpP6,000 nett

For room bookings, please email”charmaineashley.villegas@sheraton.com”, cc vbatienza@globe.com.ph and indicate “Room booking for PhNOG 2020 MANILA – <company name>” as subject, to avail of special conference rate 

Notes:
Rate per night is inclusive of service charge and taxes; breakfast & Internet access 
Total cost will be shouldered by the attendee

M. Adriatico, corner Gen. Malvar St, Streets, Manila, 1004 Metro Manila, Philippines
Conference LINX108 photo
Feb 24 2020 - Feb 24 2020

LINX108

Meeting Tool

For LINX108 we will again be using a system whereby delegates can arrange 30 minute peering meetings with one another in a dedicated meeting area. Everyone registered for LINX108 will be subscribed to the online meeting tool and will receive email notifications from register@linx.net with details of how to access the facility. The email will also the option to unsubscribe from the tool.
239 Vauxhall Bridge Rd, Pimlico, London SW1V 1EQ, United Kingdom
Conference AFCOM's Central Ohio Casino Night photo
Feb 21 2020 - Feb 21 2020

AFCOM's Central Ohio Casino Night

Join us for our 3rd annual AFCOM Casino Night. Act like a High Roller and bet BIG playing with AFCOM bucks. The Casino Games and Chips are Vegas Style with professional dealers, along with a DJ, light appetizers, and drinks - all provided by your Central Ohio AFCOM Sponsors. At the end of the evening, chips are turned in for prize selection. This is an evening of FUN and zero cash changes hands!


When

Friday, February 21, 2020
Hours: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM – Gaming starts at 7:00


Registration link:

AFCOM Members plus a guest are FREE.  Registration is REQUIRED! If bringing a guest, please also register the guest.

https://afcom-central-ohio-2020-casino-night.eventbrite.com 
Enter promo code Casino2020 during checkout


409 Altair Parkway Westerville, OH 43082
Conference AFCOM DFW Chapter Meeting | Women in the Data Center photo
Feb 20 2020 - Feb 20 2020

AFCOM DFW Chapter Meeting | Women in the Data Center


When 

Thursday, February 20, 2020
11:30 am - 1:30 pm CST


1813 Lookout Drive Garland, Texas 75044

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