Dutch government working on its own secure cloud
The Dutch government has begun designing its own 'sovereign cloud.' This is a digital system in which the government itself has control over all stored data. The goal of this project is to become less dependent on large foreign technology companies.
Currently, the government uses servers from international companies for many digital services. However, the government wants more certainty regarding the privacy and security of sensitive information. With its own cloud, the government can determine for itself where data is stored and who has access to it.
The new system will run on data centers located in the Netherlands. By keeping the infrastructure under its own management, the government hopes to be better protected against digital espionage and data breaches. This is an important step in the cabinet's digitalization strategy.
Work is currently underway on an initial design for the system. The process is still in the early stages, but it is a priority for the coming years. With this, the government aims to guarantee that the data of citizens and businesses in the Netherlands remains secure in an increasingly digital world.