In a major leap forward for AI infrastructure, Hypertec Cloud, a leader in high-performance cloud platforms, has acquired 5C Data Centers, a top-tier U.S.-based colocation provider with a roadmap capacity exceeding 2 gigawatts (GW). The acquisition drives the launch of a new independent entity—5C Group—signaling the official spin-off of Hypertec Cloud from its parent, Hypertec Group. With this strategic move, 5C Group is set to become one of the largest and most agile AI digital infrastructure providers in North America, uniquely positioned to deliver scalable, high-density AI factory deployments that power the future of artificial intelligence.
Subtopics and Highlights:
1. New Entity: 5C Group—Designed for AI at Scale
At the helm of 5C Group is Jonathan Ahdoot, who steps in as CEO to lead the combined strengths of Hypertec Cloud and 5C Data Centers. The new group is positioned to build, deploy, and optimize AI-centric infrastructure, delivering:
- End-to-end integration of compute and colocation
- AI-optimized data center campuses
- Infrastructure designed specifically for AI-native enterprises, frontier labs, and hyperscale clients
“We’ve solved the AI infrastructure alignment problem by integrating compute and hosting design into a single platform,” said Ahdoot.
2. Strategic Objectives Behind the Acquisition
This landmark acquisition is anchored by three strategic priorities:
a. Integrated AI Digital Infrastructure
5C Group merges Hypertec’s compute and engineering expertise with 5C’s extensive data center footprint to provide a single-source solution for AI infrastructure—from hardware to high-density hosting.
b. Accelerated Speed-to-Deployment
Amid rising demand and constrained supply in the data center market, 5C Group will enable faster rollout of extra-large AI clusters, reducing lead times from years to months through synchronized infrastructure and compute deployments.
c. Performance & Cost Optimization
Backed by Hypertec’s sustainable engineering, 5C Group will incorporate cutting-edge technologies such as:
- Direct-to-chip liquid cooling
- Immersion cooling
- High-density rack solutions These innovations support extreme workloads while maximizing energy efficiency and minimizing operational costs.
3. Massive U.S. Footprint for AI Factory Deployments
The newly combined entity brings to market:
- 600+ megawatts (MW) of near-term deployable capacity
- 2 gigawatts (GW) of total roadmap capacity
- A growing portfolio of AI-optimized campuses in strategic U.S. regions
This capacity will be made available over the next 6 to 18 months, catering to enterprises requiring reliable, scalable infrastructure to run advanced AI workloads—laying the groundwork for the AI factories of the future.
4. Spin-Off Marks Hypertec Group’s Next Chapter
This acquisition also marks a turning point for Hypertec Group, which now shifts focus to strategic partnerships and innovation across its broader technology portfolio.
“The spin-off of Hypertec Cloud is pivotal,” said Simon Ahdoot, CEO of Hypertec Group. “5C Group is purpose-built to deliver infrastructure for the speed, complexity, and scale AI demands. Together, we will continue to advance compute, storage, and sustainability innovation in the AI era.”
With the launch of 5C Group, Hypertec Cloud and 5C Data Centers are combining forces to reimagine the future of AI infrastructure. From accelerated deployments and performance-optimized compute to next-gen cooling systems and massive power availability, 5C Group is poised to power the next wave of AI innovation—delivering the scale and sophistication modern enterprises require.
