The Open Compute Project Podcast

The Open Compute Project

The latest news, developments, collaborations and in-depth look at the innovation that derives from the collaboration in the global OCP Community. Join us as we discuss data centers, IT hardware, and infrastructure through expert interviews and insightful analysis to empower listeners with the knowledge to make informed decisions and deepen their understanding of the OCP. Your feedback shapes our content, so tune in, engage with our community, and be a part of reshaping hardware technology. Visit https://www.opencompute.org/ to learn more. Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com

  1. 25 THG 7

    Humble Beginnings to Now: An interview with Bill Carter, Fellow Emeritus of the OCP Foundation

    In this special episode of the Open Compute Project Podcast, host Rob Coyle sits down with Bill Carter, Fellow Emeritus and former CTO of the OCP Foundation, for a deep and personal conversation spanning the entire history of OCP — from its scrappy beginnings to its position today as a force in global infrastructure innovation. Highlights Include: * The Birth of OCP: How Facebook, Intel, and Rackspace sparked a hardware revolution in a curtained-off corner of a San Jose colo. * Vanity-Free Computing: The story behind the radical idea that simplicity, not flash, drives scale. * Rack to Reality: The evolution of Open Rack — from triple-bus bar designs to a global standard reshaped by collaboration. * White Box Networking Breakthroughs: Why disaggregated switches became one of OCP’s most disruptive contributions. * Collaboration Over Competition: The unlikely alliances between rivals like Intel and AMD that propelled early specs like Decathlete and Roadrunner. * Specs That Stuck — and Some That Didn't: Bill breaks down the difference between thriving standards and those that fell flat. * OCP’s Global Footprint: What Europe and Asia bring to the future of open hardware, sustainability, and sovereign tech. * What’s Next: Lessons from the past and a look forward at where OCP is headed — especially in the AI, modular, and liquid-cooled future. Whether you're new to open hardware or a long-time community member, this is a must-listen look at how open collaboration can reshape an entire industry — told by someone who helped build it. Chapters: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:02:36 — The Birth of OCP: Why Facebook broke away from traditional server designs 00:08:44 — Bill Joins the Movement: How Intel became an early OCP catalyst 00:22:13 — Network Disaggregation: The white box switch that shook the industry 00:28:49 — Decathlete & Roadrunner: Competing specs, shared goals 00:34:12 — OCP Inspired vs Accepted: What it means and why it matters 00:43:10 — The Power of Connector Standardization: Dripless and universal quick disconnects 00:50:05 — Modular Momentum: The rise of DCM and the value of early collaboration 01:02:08 — What's Next for OCP: AI, sustainability, and global community growth Connect with the OCP Podcast: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/ #OpenComputeProject #OCP #InfrastructureInnovation #OpenHardware #DataCenters #TechLeadership #Podcast

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  2. 18 THG 3

    Inside RISE: Sweden's OCP Innovation Hub & The Future of European Data Infrastructure

    In this episode, host Rob Coyle welcomes Cagatay Yilmas, RISE Project Manager & OCP EMEA Lead for the Nordics, to explore Europe’s distinctive approach to data center innovation.  Cagatay unpacks how RISE is building vendor-agnostic, sustainable digital infrastructure, why open innovation is key to Europe's growth, and how the EU's regulatory frameworks are shaping the future of energy-efficient computing. From heat reuse strategies and digital twins to cutting-edge developments like the EU’s first homegrown servers, the conversation offers a unique lens on how European data centers differ—and why that matters globally. They also discuss RISE’s role as an OCP Experience Center, collaboration opportunities for tech innovators, and what’s in store at the upcoming OCP EMEA Summit in Dublin. Chapters: 00:00 What is RISE? Cagatay explains the mission behind Sweden's largest research institute.04:17 How OCP and RISE Collaborated: The origin story of open hardware adoption in Europe.07:50 Proprietary vs Open: Why OCP standards are reshaping thermal management, efficiency, and material transparency.13:28 Inside ICE Data Center: How RISE’s OCP Experience Center is validating next-gen technologies at scale.19:40 The HeatWise Project: Tackling edge computing, grid integration, and climate-neutral buildings.24:25 EU Regulations & KPIs: How Europe is setting new benchmarks for data center efficiency and sustainability.30:10 The First European Server Prototype: How RISE is helping shape Europe’s sovereign digital future. Web page for RISE ICE Data Center: https://www.ri.se/en/ice-datacenter Contact Information: Çağatay Yılmaz – Project Manager @ ICE Data Center & OCP EMEA Nordics Lead: cagatay.yilmaz@ri.se Jon Summers – Scientific Lead of ICE Data Center & Chair of OCP FTS: jon.summers@ri.se Isabelle Kremlin – Business and Innovation Manager of ICE Data Center: isabelle.kemlin@ri.se Tor Björn Minde – Unit Manager of ICE Data Center: tor.bjorn.minde@ri.se Project Discussed: HIGHER (European Heterogeneous Cloud/Edge Infrastructures for Next Generation Hybrid Services): https://www.higher-project.eu HEATWISE (Holistic Energy Management and Thermal Waste Integrated System for Energy Optimisation): https://heatwise.eu Connect with the OCP Podcast: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/

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  3. 14 THG 2

    Revolutionizing Liquid Cooling: The Evolution of Quick Disconnects with CPC’s Beth Langer

    In this episode of the Open Compute Project Podcast, Rob Coyle welcomes Beth Langer, Principal Thermal Technologist at CPC (Colder Products Company), to discuss the rapid development of quick disconnects for liquid cooling in data centers.  As an OCP Community member and key contributor to the Cooling Environments Project, CPC is at the forefront of innovation in liquid cooling connections. Beth shares insights on the challenges and advancements in developing quick disconnects for high-performance computing, the importance of reliability at scale, and the evolution of the Universal Quick Disconnect (UQD) specification. Join us as we explore the future of liquid cooling and its impact on next-generation data centers. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction to Beth Langer and CPC’s role in liquid cooling solutions 3:07 The rise of liquid cooling in data centers 5:31 Scaling liquid cooling reliability and manufacturing challenges 9:12 The importance of standardization and collaboration in OCP 14:13 The development and evolution of the Universal Quick Disconnect 28:36 Future-proofing liquid cooling and upcoming innovations 36:53 How to get involved in OCP and CPC’s contributions to the industry Resources: OCP's Cold Plate Sub-Project: https://www.opencompute.org/projects/cold-plate “Liquid Cooling When Component Failure is Not an Option” Presentation at the OPC Global Summit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwQGH3wsfGI Website: CPC Worldwide: https://www.cpcworldwide.com/cool Connect with the OCP Podcast: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/

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  4. 9 THG 1

    Decoding the OCP Global Summit: Insights on Innovation, AI, and Market Impact with Nick Hume

    At the OCP Global Summit in San Jose, we sit down with Nick Hume, founder of Hume Consulting and host of the Tech Insider Podcast. With experience at hyperscale companies and as a fractional CTO/CIO, Nick shares insights on AI adoption, sustainable data centers, and navigating today’s fast-evolving tech landscape. Discover his take on bridging the gap in AI adoption and how OCP fosters collaboration to tackle the industry’s biggest challenges. Chapters: 0:00 Welcome to OCP Global Summit 0:26 Nick’s Perspective on Hyperscale Companies 1:45 Navigating AI and Infrastructure 4:15 The Growth of OCP and Its Community 8:35 Vendor Lock and Its Impact 14:00 Recent Innovations in Cooling Technologies 16:37 OCP's Role in Collaboration and Innovation 19:02 The Evolution of Ethernet Technology 26:45 Sustainability vs. AI Demand 30:20 The Future of Decentralized Inferencing 37:33 The Importance of Fresh Perspectives 38:48 Embracing New Ideas in Data Centers 40:13 The Role of Community in OCP Connect with Nick: Hume Consulting: https://humeconsulting.co Tech Insider Podcast: https://www.humeconsulting.co/techinsider LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholashume/ Connect with the OCP Podcast: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/

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  5. 17/12/2024

    Bridging the Skills Gap: Nomad Futurist + OCP Alliance

    In this episode, Nabeel Mahmood, Managing Director, Nomad Futurist, joins host Rob Coyle of Open Compute to discuss the vital need to prepare the next generation for careers in technology, as the industry faces a significant human capital deficit due to impending retirements of longtime professionals. Recorded live at the Open Compute Project Global Summit, Mahmood highlights the lack of awareness about tech careers and the importance of making technology relatable and accessible to youth through educational initiatives. He shares insights on how AI can enhance sustainability efforts, counters misconceptions about the tech industry's environmental impact, and announces future plans for a job board and Nomad Futures Academy to simplify entry into tech careers. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction to Nabeel Mahmood 1:49 The Alliance with OCP 2:30 Human Capital Crisis 4:38 Bridging the Knowledge Gap 6:55 Addressing Energy Consumption 10:45 The Future of Technology 14:42 Immediate Challenges Ahead 26:09 Optimism for the Future 31:23 Nomad Futurist's Upcoming Initiatives 34:31 The Job Market Landscape 35:50 Call to Action for Listeners Visit https://www.opencompute.org/ to learn more. Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/

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  6. 12/11/2024

    How Accelsius’s OCP Partnership Is Advancing Liquid Cooling Tech

    In this episode of the Open Compute Project Podcast, we spotlight Accelsius, an advanced cooling company that's leading innovation in two-phase, direct-to-chip cooling technology. Join us as we sit down with Liz Cruz, Senior Director of Marketing and Business Development at Accelsius, live from the 2024 OCP Global Summit in San Jose, California. Accelsius recently joined the OCP Startup Program, a milestone that brings them into a powerful network of technology pioneers and data center experts. Liz dives into how Accelsius is shaping the future of data center cooling through the OCP's collaborative ecosystem and shares insights on the startup’s role in driving industry standards and efficiency gains. Stay tuned to learn more about Accelsius’s journey, technology, and commitment to pushing the boundaries of data center cooling. Don't forget to check out the links below for their latest research and contributions to the OCP library. Chapters: 00:12 Introduction from the OCP Global Summit 2024 01:19 Accelsius’s innovative two-phase cooling technology 04:05 Accelsius’s journey as an OCP Startup Member 07:39 Exploring Accelsius's industry contributions through OCP’s startup program 15:27 Insights on liquid cooling evolution and market trends 18:35 Bridging gaps with liquid-to-air solutions 24:44 What’s next for Accelsius and closing thoughts Visit https://www.opencompute.org/ to learn more. Visit Accelsius: https://accelsius.com/ Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/opencompute/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenComputePrj Join our LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4152886/ Follow our Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4284419/

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The latest news, developments, collaborations and in-depth look at the innovation that derives from the collaboration in the global OCP Community. Join us as we discuss data centers, IT hardware, and infrastructure through expert interviews and insightful analysis to empower listeners with the knowledge to make informed decisions and deepen their understanding of the OCP. Your feedback shapes our content, so tune in, engage with our community, and be a part of reshaping hardware technology. Visit https://www.opencompute.org/ to learn more. Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com