NEW YORK – Oct. 21, 2026 – Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP hosted the Digital Garden Global Series Oct. 15 at its New York office. The unique event brought together leaders from Japan and the United States across the digital infrastructure ecosystem, including operators, investors, government representatives, real estate professionals, and service providers to strengthen connections and exchange perspectives on the sector’s growth and development in Japan and across the Asia-Pacific region.
Greenberg Traurig Shareholder Shawn K. Ronda kicked off the program with opening remarks, welcoming attendees and providing a brief overview of the day’s program alongside Japan-based Digital Garden Co-Founder and CEO Dan Kesler.
Following the opening remarks, Greenberg Traurig Asia Real Estate Practice Chair Joel H. Rothstein moderated the panel discussion “Key Legal Issues Facing Investors, Owners, and Operators of Data Centers in Japan,” featuring Of Counsels Jerry Carter and Max Sternberg as panelists. The session focused on the evolving legal landscape for digital infrastructure investment in Japan, highlighting recent developments and considerations for structuring and executing investments.
The program concluded with a private reception, giving attendees an opportunity to continue conversations and connect with fellow participants from the digital infrastructure space across global markets.