data sovereignty

Microsoft Debuts Azure Region in Kuwait: A Cloud Revolution in the Middle East In a decisive move to expand its global cloud infrastructure, Microsoft has set up a new Azure region in Kuwait—a development that marks a strategic milestone for the company’s presence in the Middle East. As reported...

Global Data Sovereignty, Multi-Cloud Strategies, and Enhanced Authentication: A Comprehensive Outlook In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, data remains the currency that empowers businesses and governments alike. Recent developments—from the EU Data Boundary initiative through Microsoft’s...

Microsoft has marked a significant milestone in its European cloud strategy by completing the EU Data Boundary—a project two years in the making that reinforces data sovereignty for customers across the European Union and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) regions. This breakthrough ensures...

In a dramatic twist underscoring the evolving landscape of government cloud strategies, Australia’s Defence department has vacated its Global Switch data centre facilities a full year before the lease’s expiration. The early departure is not only a significant milestone for the department’s...

Microsoft has just taken a decisive step in strengthening data privacy for European customers by completing its EU Data Boundary. Now, all cloud data associated with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Power Platform is stored and processed strictly within the European Union (EU)...

Microsoft has reached a significant milestone in its cloud evolution. After two years of progressive enhancement, the tech giant has finalized its EU Data Boundary—a comprehensive solution designed to keep EU and EFTA customer data securely stored and processed within Europe. This move not only...

In a bold move toward enhanced data privacy and compliance, Microsoft has completed its long-term initiative—the EU Data Boundary. This strategic milestone ensures that European customers now enjoy even greater control over their data, with all professional services data generated from technical...

Microsoft has reached a major milestone with the completion of its EU Data Boundary—a landmark initiative designed to offer European businesses and public sector organizations enhanced control over their data. This multi-year engineering feat redefines how data is stored and processed across...

Genetec has taken a bold step into the future of surveillance technology by launching its cloud-based vehicle tracking system—AutoVu Cloudrunner—in Australia and New Zealand. This breakthrough solution brings advanced analytics and eco-friendly design to law enforcement, local government...

Microsoft and Spark have joined forces in what is being called New Zealand’s largest Microsoft public cloud partnership—a major milestone set to redefine hybrid cloud computing and AI integration in the region. In this landmark deal, Spark, one of New Zealand’s premier telecommunications...

Introduction: A Canadian Connection in Digital Preservation Preservica, a pivotal name in the realm of digital preservation, has officially extended its foothold with the availability of Preserve365 to Canada. This expansion promises to fortify Canadian organizations' strategies in archiving and...

In a significant move signaling a new chapter in enterprise cloud services, Orange and Capgemini have announced that their joint venture, Bleu, is preparing to offer its first suite of services based on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. Launched as a commercial entity in January 2024, Bleu is...

The European Union is once again turning its scrutinizing eye on our digital interactions, focusing its spotlight on Microsoft 365. The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) is currently deep into a review of the European Commission's response to a pivotal decision made in March, which...

In a bold move that is sure to stir excitement across the tech landscape, Microsoft has unveiled Azure Local, a pioneering hybrid cloud platform that allows customers to maintain ownership and control over their hardware. This new offering is tailored for industries such as retail...