Data Centres & AI Infrastructure

An estimated $26 billion in data centre investment is forecast by 2030​ to keep up with the demand for computing power. Australia is emerging as a strategically important hub for AI deployment and infrastructure, underpinned by abundant land, strong renewable energy potential, a highly skilled engineering workforce, and a stable political and regulatory environment. For companies seeking robust, forward-looking IP protection aligned with where AI implementation is occurring, Australia now firmly belongs on the “must file” list. Protecting these innovations with a robust IP strategy is critical. FB Rice provides expert guidance to help safeguard your innovations and maximise their value.

Innovation across the data centre sector spans a broad range of technologies, including AI infrastructure, high-performance computing, networking, cooling systems, power management, semiconductors, cybersecurity and data storage. As demand for faster, more efficient and sustainable infrastructure accelerates, protecting the intellectual property underpinning these technologies is essential to maintaining a competitive advantage.

Our attorneys develop tailored IP strategies for organisations innovating across the data centre ecosystem. With technical expertise spanning electrical and computer engineering, software, artificial intelligence, telecommunications, electronics, mechanical engineering and materials science, we assemble integrated teams that deliver commercially focused IP advice grounded in a deep understanding of the underlying technology.

We work with organisations across the data centre and digital infrastructure landscape, including operators, equipment manufacturers, semiconductor and hardware companies, AI infrastructure providers, cloud and networking businesses, software developers, and research institutions. Together with our R&D Tax Consulting team, we provide integrated support across the full innovation lifecycle—from identifying and protecting innovation through to commercialisation, portfolio management and maximising available R&D incentives.

Whether you are developing next-generation computing infrastructure, advanced cooling technologies, intelligent power management systems or AI-enabling hardware and software, FB Rice combines technical excellence with commercial insight to help you protect, manage and maximise the value of your intellectual property. We support you throughout the IP lifecycle, helping you secure your competitive advantage and unlock the commercial potential of your innovations.