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Tahawul Tech
3 days ago
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Microsoft and Core42 delve into the transformative power of sovereign public clouds
Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specialising in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and digital services, recently released a comprehensive whitepaper titled 'Balancing Innovation and Compliance in the AI Era: Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud Leveraging Microsoft Azure'. This whitepaper delves into the transformative role of sovereign public cloud solutions in shaping the UAE's digital future, providing strategic insights and best practices for technology leaders to effectively adopt and deploy these solutions. Sovereign public clouds are crucial for several reasons: data sovereignty compliance ensures that data is stored, processed, and managed within a specific country or region, adhering to local laws and regulations, which is particularly crucial for sensitive information such as personally identifiable information (PII), intellectual property, and financial data. Sovereign clouds enhance security and privacy by implementing advanced measures like strict access controls and encryption, safeguarding data against unauthorized access, especially from foreign entities. They provide organisations greater operational control, enabling them to comply with legal and regulatory requirements while managing access to their data. Additionally, sovereign clouds support national interests by bolstering local digital infrastructure, fostering innovation, and reducing reliance on foreign providers. They also maintain scalability and cost efficiency, delivering the benefits of public cloud services while ensuring strict adherence to local regulations. A central insight from the whitepaper is that modern sovereign-enabled public clouds eliminate the long-standing trade-off between innovation and regulation. The paper features real-world use cases from the UAE, including AI-powered fraud detection in financial services, predictive diagnostics in healthcare, citizen data protection in government, and real-time analytics in energy. These examples illustrate how sovereign infrastructure can unlock transformative value while maintaining full regulatory alignment. By adopting a sovereign cloud model, companies in the UAE can embrace digital transformation with confidence, aligning technological progress with national priorities. The whitepaper also explores how the UAE is heavily investing in AI and the cloud to drive its digital future, with initiatives such as Abu Dhabi's strategy to become the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027. The UAE's sovereignty-first digital economy vision is being realised through such foundational infrastructure. By embedding data governance, compliance, and national security at the heart of digital transformation, the UAE is setting a global benchmark for AI-era leadership. The paper further highlights that global spending on sovereign cloud solutions is projected to nearly double from $133 billion in 2024 to $259 billion by 2027, emphasizing the urgency for governments and industries globally to integrate digital sovereignty into their core technology strategies. Sherif Tawfik, Chief Partnership Officer – AI & Cloud for Sovereignty, Microsoft reiterated Microsoft's unwavering commitment to supporting the UAE's ambitious vision of becoming a global leader in digital transformation. 'The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, exemplifies our dedication to providing secure, compliant, and innovative cloud solutions that meet the unique needs of regulated industries in the UAE. By leveraging Microsoft Azure, we are providing a robust, secure, and compliant cloud infrastructure that empowers UAE organisations to harness the full potential of AI and cloud capabilities to innovate and accelerate their digital transformation journey while ensuring data sovereignty and regulatory compliance'. Adrian Hobbs, Chief Technology Officer, Core42, highlighted the significance of the partnership between Core42 and Microsoft as a testament to their shared commitment to driving digital innovation while ensuring compliance with local regulations. 'The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, which leverages our sovereign control platform, Insight, is designed to meet the unique needs of regulated industries. This initiative aims to enable businesses to achieve their digital ambitions securely and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Our collaboration with Microsoft ensures that we provide a cloud environment that fosters innovation while upholding the highest standards of data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. We are proud to contribute to the national journeys towards becoming global technology leaders'. The partnership between Microsoft and Core42 has been pivotal in driving digital innovation and transformation across the UAE. Recently, the Abu Dhabi Government announced a landmark agreement with Microsoft and Core42 to implement a sovereign cloud system that will enhance efficiency and boost innovation in government services. This multi-year agreement aims to create a unified, high-performance sovereign cloud computing environment capable of processing over 11 million daily digital interactions between Abu Dhabi Government entities, citizens, residents, and businesses. The collaboration is a testament to the shared commitment of Microsoft and Core42 to drive digital innovation while ensuring compliance with local regulations. The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, which leverages the Core42 sovereign controls platform 'Insight', exemplifies this dedication by providing secure, compliant, and innovative cloud solutions tailored to the unique needs of regulated industries in the UAE. For more detailed insights on sovereign enabled public clouds, read the white paper: Image Credit: Microsoft & Core42
TECHx
5 days ago
- Business
- TECHx
Microsoft Azure Powers UAE Sovereign Cloud Initiative
Home » Tech Value Chain » Global Brands » Microsoft Azure Powers UAE Sovereign Cloud Initiative Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and digital services, have announced the release of a new whitepaper. The report is titled 'Balancing Innovation and Compliance in the AI Era: Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud Leveraging Microsoft Azure.' It explores how sovereign public cloud solutions can shape the UAE's digital future. The whitepaper reveals strategic insights and best practices for technology leaders. It also emphasizes how sovereign public clouds balance innovation with regulatory compliance. Sovereign cloud solutions are essential for data sovereignty. These systems ensure data is stored and managed within national borders. This is critical for protecting sensitive information like personal data, intellectual property, and financial records. Moreover, they enhance privacy through strict access controls and encryption. These clouds help organizations meet regulatory demands and provide operational control. They also support national digital strategies by: Strengthening local infrastructure and reducing foreign reliance Offering scalable and cost-efficient public cloud benefits The whitepaper highlights that modern sovereign clouds remove the trade-off between innovation and regulation. Several real-world UAE use cases are included: AI-powered fraud detection in financial services Predictive diagnostics in healthcare Government citizen data protection Real-time analytics in energy The report also discusses the UAE's major investments in AI and cloud computing. One example is Abu Dhabi's goal to become the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027. It further notes that global sovereign cloud spending is expected to nearly double—from $133 billion in 2024 to $259 billion in 2027. Sherif Tawfik, Chief Partnership Officer – AI & Cloud for Sovereignty at Microsoft, reaffirmed the company's support for the UAE's digital ambitions. He said Microsoft Azure is delivering secure, compliant, and innovative cloud infrastructure tailored for regulated industries in the region. Adrian Hobbs, Chief Technology Officer at Core42, emphasized that their Insight platform ensures full sovereign control. He said the collaboration allows businesses to innovate securely and meet all compliance needs. Recently, the Abu Dhabi Government announced a landmark agreement with Microsoft and Core42. The multi-year project will establish a sovereign cloud system for processing over 11 million daily digital interactions. This initiative will connect government entities, citizens, residents, and businesses. The collaboration highlights a shared commitment to drive innovation while ensuring compliance with UAE regulations. The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, stands as a model for secure, compliant, and transformative digital infrastructure in the AI era.
Khaleej Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
G42 and iGenius join forces to deploy Europe's largest AI compute cluster
In a major step toward deepening the UAE-Italy strategic relations, G42, the leading AI technology group from Abu Dhabi, through its subsidiary Core42, on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership with iGenius, a pioneer in AI models for highly regulated industries, to deliver the largest AI compute deployment in Europe. The partnership reflects the growing momentum in bilateral ties, aligned with both nations' leadership vision to drive innovation, enable economic advancement, and create shared value through advanced technology and knowledge exchange. The agreement is intended to establish a robust framework for collaboration, positioning G42 as a trusted enabler of global digital transformation - particulary highlighting Core42's pivotal role in the AI infrastructure partnership. It also reflects the shared ambition to embed AI into critical value chains, fostering regional resilience and long-term sustainable growth. The announcement was made on the sidelines of 3rd Edition of Investopia Europe, in the presence of senior Italian ministers and UAE officials such as Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, Adolfo Urso, Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy, and Alia Bint Abdulla Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, among others along with the leadership team of G42, Core42, and iGenius. At the heart of the partnership is the deployment of a high-performance GPU cluster powered by thousands of NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs, a major milestone in enabling sovereign AI infrastructure for the European market. The envisaged pan-European AI rollout will be enabled and operated by Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and digital services. iGenius is redefining the digital landscape through the first data center, Colosseum, with over 100 Exaflops of compute designed specifically for sovereign AI workloads. The initial build out is more than a data center- It's a blueprint for sovereign AI factories designed for use cases demanding the highest levels of security, reliability, and accuracy. The compute cluster will serve as a foundational layer to accelerate AI training, inferencing, and application development across key European industries, including financial services, manufacturing, and the public sector. It is purpose-built to meet the region's growing demand for secure, scalable, and high-performance infrastructure, aligned with Europe's digital sovereignty objectives. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, said, 'The signing between G42 and iGenius is a testament to the strong economic cooperation between the UAE and Italy, and to our shared commitment to building partnerships in new economic sectors, like AI, that are driving global transformation. The UAE is at the heart of this shift, and we are proud to see this MoU signed at Investopia, a platform designed to accelerate partnerships and investment in the new economy.' 'This partnership with iGenius marks a new chapter in boosting the European AI economy,' said Kiril Evtimov, Group Chief Technology Officer, G42 and Chief Executive Officer, Core42. 'By combining Core42's sovereign AI infrastructure expertise with Italy's innovative leadership, we are laying the groundwork to support the next generation of AI innovation in Europe. It reflects both our commercial promise and the strategic trust between the UAE and Italy in advancing the global AI ecosystem.' Uljan Sharka, CEO at iGenius, said, 'Our alliance with G42 is a strategic step toward building sovereign AI capacity for Europe. Together, we are combining world-class compute infrastructure with deep AI expertise to deliver impactful solutions across industries, while strengthening Italy's role as a hub for responsible and transformative AI innovation.' The new collaboration with iGenius marks another pivotal step in Core42's journey to deliver sovereign, enterprise-grade AI infrastructure across the continent. As AI adoption accelerates across Europe, trusted, high-performance infrastructure will be key to realizing the region's digital ambitions. This collaboration between Core42 and iGenius reflects a shared commitment by the UAE and Italy to contribute meaningfully to that vision, enabling responsible, scalable, and sovereign AI solutions that support Europe's long-term competitiveness and technological leadership.
Khaleej Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
How can organisations balance innovation and compliance in the age of AI?
Sovereign public clouds are crucial for several reasons: data sovereignty compliance ensures that data is stored, processed, and managed within a specific country or region, adhering to local laws and regulations, which is particularly crucial for sensitive information such as personally identifiable information (PII), intellectual property, and financial data. Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and digital services, released a comprehensive whitepaper titled 'Balancing Innovation and Compliance in the AI Era: Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud Leveraging Microsoft Azure'. This whitepaper delves into the transformative role of sovereign public cloud solutions in shaping the UAE's digital future, providing strategic insights and best practices for technology leaders to effectively adopt and deploy these solutions. Sovereign clouds enhance security and privacy by implementing advanced measures like strict access controls and encryption, safeguarding data against unauthorized access, especially from foreign entities. They provide organizations greater operational control, enabling them to comply with legal and regulatory requirements while managing access to their data. Additionally, sovereign clouds support national interests by bolstering local digital infrastructure, fostering innovation, and reducing reliance on foreign providers. They also maintain scalability and cost efficiency, delivering the benefits of public cloud services while ensuring strict adherence to local regulations. By adopting a sovereign cloud model, companies in the UAE can embrace digital transformation with confidence, aligning technological progress with national priorities. The whitepaper also explores how the UAE is heavily investing in AI and the cloud to drive its digital future, with initiatives such as Abu Dhabi's strategy to become the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027. The UAE's sovereignty-first digital economy vision is being realized through such foundational infrastructure. By embedding data governance, compliance, and national security at the heart of digital transformation, the UAE is setting a global benchmark for AI-era leadership. A central insight from the whitepaper is that modern sovereign-enabled public clouds eliminate the long-standing trade-off between innovation and regulation. The paper features real-world use cases from the UAE, including AI-powered fraud detection in financial services, predictive diagnostics in healthcare, citizen data protection in government, and real-time analytics in energy. These examples illustrate how sovereign infrastructure can unlock transformative value while maintaining full regulatory alignment. The paper further highlights that global spending on sovereign cloud solutions is projectedto nearly double from $133 billion in 2024 to $259 billion by 2027, emphasizing the urgency for governments and industries globally to integrate digital sovereignty into their core technology strategies. Sherif Tawfik, Chief Partnership Officer – AI & Cloud for Sovereignty, Microsoft, said: 'The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, exemplifies our dedication to providing secure, compliant, and innovative cloud solutions that meet the unique needs of regulated industries in the UAE. By leveraging Microsoft Azure, we are providing a robust, secure, and compliant cloud infrastructure that empowers UAE organizations to harness the full potential of AI and cloud capabilities to innovate and accelerate their digital transformation journey while ensuring data sovereignty and regulatory compliance.' Adrian Hobbs, Chief Technology Officer, Core42,said: 'The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, which leverages our sovereign control platform, Insight, is designed to meet the unique needs of regulated industries. This initiative aims to enable businesses to achieve their digital ambitions securely and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Our collaboration with Microsoft ensures that we provide a cloud environment that fosters innovation while upholding the highest standards of data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. We are proud to contribute to the national journeys towards becoming global technology leaders.' The partnership between Microsoft and Core42 has been pivotal in driving digital innovation and transformation across the UAE. Recently, the Abu Dhabi Government announced a landmark agreement with Microsoft and Core42 to implement a sovereign cloud system that will enhance efficiency and boost innovation in government services. This multi-year agreement aims to create a unified, high-performance sovereign cloud computing environment capable of processing over 11 million daily digital interactions between Abu Dhabi Government entities, citizens, residents, and businesses.
Zawya
5 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Microsoft and Core42 present comprehensive whitepaper on the critical role of sovereign public clouds in the AI era
New whitepaper offers insights and solutions to organizations in highly regulated sectors looking to balance innovation and compliance in the age of AI Dubai, UAE – Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and digital services, today released a comprehensive whitepaper titled 'Balancing Innovation and Compliance in the AI Era: Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud Leveraging Microsoft Azure'. This whitepaper delves into the transformative role of sovereign public cloud solutions in shaping the UAE's digital future, providing strategic insights and best practices for technology leaders to effectively adopt and deploy these solutions. Sovereign public clouds are crucial for several reasons: data sovereignty compliance ensures that data is stored, processed, and managed within a specific country or region, adhering to local laws and regulations, which is particularly crucial for sensitive information such as personally identifiable information (PII), intellectual property, and financial data. Sovereign clouds enhance security and privacy by implementing advanced measures like strict access controls and encryption, safeguarding data against unauthorized access, especially from foreign entities. They provide organizations greater operational control, enabling them to comply with legal and regulatory requirements while managing access to their data. Additionally, sovereign clouds support national interests by bolstering local digital infrastructure, fostering innovation, and reducing reliance on foreign providers. They also maintain scalability and cost efficiency, delivering the benefits of public cloud services while ensuring strict adherence to local regulations. A central insight from the whitepaper is that modern sovereign-enabled public clouds eliminate the long-standing trade-off between innovation and regulation. The paper features real-world use cases from the UAE, including AI-powered fraud detection in financial services, predictive diagnostics in healthcare, citizen data protection in government, and real-time analytics in energy. These examples illustrate how sovereign infrastructure can unlock transformative value while maintaining full regulatory alignment. By adopting a sovereign cloud model, companies in the UAE can embrace digital transformation with confidence, aligning technological progress with national priorities. The whitepaper also explores how the UAE is heavily investing in AI and the cloud to drive its digital future, with initiatives such as Abu Dhabi's strategy to become the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027. The UAE's sovereignty-first digital economy vision is being realized through such foundational infrastructure. By embedding data governance, compliance, and national security at the heart of digital transformation, the UAE is setting a global benchmark for AI-era leadership. The paper further highlights that global spending on sovereign cloud solutions is projectedto nearly double from $133 billion in 2024 to $259 billion by 2027, emphasizing the urgency for governments and industries globally to integrate digital sovereignty into their core technology strategies. Sherif Tawfik, Chief Partnership Officer – AI & Cloud for Sovereignty, Microsoft reiterated Microsoft's unwavering commitment to supporting the UAE's ambitious vision of becoming a global leader in digital transformation. 'The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, exemplifies our dedication to providing secure, compliant, and innovative cloud solutions that meet the unique needs of regulated industries in the UAE. By leveraging Microsoft Azure, we are providing a robust, secure, and compliant cloud infrastructure that empowers UAE organizations to harness the full potential of AI and cloud capabilities to innovate and accelerate their digital transformation journey while ensuring data sovereignty and regulatory compliance.' Adrian Hobbs, Chief Technology Officer, Core42, highlighted the significance of the partnership between Core42 and Microsoft as a testament to their shared commitment to driving digital innovation while ensuring compliance with local regulations. 'The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, which leverages our sovereign control platform, Insight, is designed to meet the unique needs of regulated industries. This initiative aims to enable businesses to achieve their digital ambitions securely and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Our collaboration with Microsoft ensures that we provide a cloud environment that fosters innovation while upholding the highest standards of data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. We are proud to contribute to the national journeys towards becoming global technology leaders.' The partnership between Microsoft and Core42 has been pivotal in driving digital innovation and transformation across the UAE. Recently, the Abu Dhabi Government announced a landmark agreement with Microsoft and Core42 to implement a sovereign cloud system that will enhance efficiency and boost innovation in government services. This multi-year agreement aims to create a unified, high-performance sovereign cloud computing environment capable of processing over 11 million daily digital interactions between Abu Dhabi Government entities, citizens, residents, and businesses. The collaboration is a testament to the shared commitment of Microsoft and Core42 to drive digital innovation while ensuring compliance with local regulations. The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, which leverages the Core42 sovereign controls platform 'Insight', exemplifies this dedication by providing secure, compliant, and innovative cloud solutions tailored to the unique needs of regulated industries in the UAE. About Microsoft Microsoft (Nasdaq 'MSFT' @microsoft) creates platforms and tools powered by AI to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. The technology company is committed to making AI available broadly and doing so responsibly, with a mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. About Core42 Core42, a G42 company, empowers individuals, enterprises, and nations to unlock the full potential of AI through its comprehensive enablement capabilities. As a leading provider of sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and services, our mission is to accelerate the achievements of others and help them reach their most ambitious goals.
