East-West Is the New North-South: Rethink Security for the AI-Driven Data Center

45 · Linode · Jan. 15, 2026, 10:11 p.m.
Summary
This blog post explores the evolving security landscape in AI-driven data centers, arguing that traditional security models focused on North-South traffic need to adapt to the East-West traffic patterns common in modern architectures. The author emphasizes the importance of rethinking security strategies to better align with these changes, ensuring robust protection in increasingly complex environments.