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23 January 2025

DE-CIX sets new record with 68 exabytes of global data traffic in 2024

Global data traffic at DE-CIX Internet Exchanges reached a new high in 2024, with over 68 exabytes – 15% more than in 2023 and more than double the volume since 2020. Over 3,400 networks connected to our Internet Exchanges globally helped us to achieve this latest milestone.

The year’s global data peak came on November 20, with throughput hitting 24.92 terabits per second in parallel with several gaming releases. This record equates to the data required to stream a football game lasting 2 million years.

DE-CIX Frankfurt, Europe’s largest Internet Exchange, alone had 45 exabytes of data flowing over its platform in 2024, a 13% increase compared to 2023. Other notable traffic volumes were recorded at DE-CIX New York (4,348 petabytes) and DE-CIX Dallas (2,630 petabytes), among others.

Internet usage trends driving growth

The rise in video conferencing, streaming, and gaming has fueled data traffic growth. Seasonal changes saw conferencing grow by up to 30% in Q3 2024, while streaming and gaming traffic remained consistently high, with a small rise during the holidays in December.

This year DE-CIX is celebrating 30th anniversary, and these numbers highlight the vital role of interconnection in modern life. With demand for fast, secure data flow continuing to grow, DE-CIX remains a keystone of the global digital infrastructure.

Global data traffic volume