Continent 8 expands Atlantic City data center

Continent 8 has announced the expansion of its Atlantic City data center, adding more than 30% capacity. This addition was made with a new 5,330-square-foot Modular Data Centre (MDC). This is part of a Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA)-approved three-stage three expansion.

First opening in 2019, the company has continued to expand the data center, which spans 15,000 sq. ft with around 120 equipment racks.

Amongst those present were Atlantic City Mayor, Marty Small, Senator Vince Polistina, Assemblyman Don Guardian, the Executive Director of the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, Sean Patwell, Lead Engineer of the Technical Services Bureau with the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, Afshien Lashkari, and Chairman of the NJ Casino Control Commission, Jim Plousis.

Michael Tobin, Founder and CEO at Continent 8, said: "It was a privilege to welcome so many stakeholders and all those involved in the Phase 3 expansion to our official opening."

Adding: "We are incredibly proud of the hub we have built in Atlantic City, creating an economic catalyst for South Jersey, and establishing a data centre that enables companies in iGaming and beyond to connect to a global network."