Region 16 Education Service Center

AMARILLO, TEXAS – Region 16 Education Service Center (ESC) proudly announces the addition of a state-of-the-art Edge Data Center (EDC), constructed in partnership with Duos Edge AI, Inc. a subsidiary of Duos Technologies Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DUOT). This first-of-its-kind facility in Texas will transform educational and economic opportunities for the Panhandle region. To celebrate this milestone, a launch event will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Region 16 ESC located at 5800 Bell Street in Amarillo, Texas, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT. Executives from the data center operator and service providers enabling this project, along with representatives from the State and the Autonomy Institute, will be in attendance. We encourage community leaders, educators and business leaders to attend to learn about the data center’s innovative capabilities and explore the new facility. The new EDC will: - Provide a Tier 2 Data Center with full SOC Compliance which will interconnect to major carriers - Deliver fast and stable internet connectivity, empowering students with access to innovative educational tools - Provide scalable IT infrastructure, ensuring the ability to grow with the evolving needs of the community - Boost local businesses by offering enhanced connectivity and computing resources, driving economic development This initiative demonstrates how EDCs can transform underserved communities, ensuring equal access and creating new opportunities for the Texas Panhandle’s students, communities and businesses. "We are thrilled to launch our first edge data center in Amarillo, a location that will serve as a critical hub for education and economic development in the region,” said Doug Recker, President and Founder of Duos Edge AI. “Our collaboration with Region 16 underscores our commitment to improving educational outcomes and driving economic growth in underserved areas." The launch of this EDC by Duos Edge AI and Region 16 ESC is a significant step toward building a connected future for rural schools and businesses. By laying the groundwork for Infrastructure 4.0, this initiative empowers communities with the tools and connectivity needed to thrive in a digital age. "The 60 public school districts in the rural Texas Panhandle rely on Region 16 for their educational and technological needs. Introducing edge data centers in our area is a critical step in ensuring that our students have the resources and connectivity they need to succeed," said Michael Keough, Chief Technology Officer at Region 16. “This advancement will enable rural communities to enjoy the same level of access to educational and business opportunities as urban areas, minimizing delays and enhancing the quality of service throughout the region.” https://lnkd.in/g_hEtZZw