UAE Launches World’s First Sovereign Financial Cloud

Category : Science and Tech Published on: March 03 2026

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The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has unveiled the world’s first sovereign financial cloud services infrastructure (SFCSI) in partnership with Core42, a subsidiary of G42. The platform provides a secure, AI-powered digital backbone exclusively for the UAE’s financial sector, ensuring that sensitive data remains within national jurisdiction and operates under domestic regulatory safeguards. The move strengthens the country’s position in regulated, innovation-driven finance and reduces reliance on foreign-hosted infrastructure.
SFCSI integrates advanced artificial intelligence, real-time analytics, and unified multi-cloud management, allowing banks and fintech firms to automate processes, analyse risks, and manage private and hybrid cloud environments under a single regulatory framework.
Built-in cybersecurity and oversight mechanisms enhance resilience against fraud and disruptions. The initiative reflects a global shift towards digital sovereignty and supports secure, AI-driven financial innovation in line with emerging central bank digital currency frameworks.