Show Notes
In this episode, Julien Eaton, managing director at Infrared Capital Partners, explains why a successful data center investment strategy depends on power access, disciplined deal origination and strong operating teams, and explores how global market dynamics, co-location strategy and institutional capital are reshaping digital infrastructure investing.
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