More Than Half of Global Businesses Want Greater Control Over Their Data in Latest Digital Sovereignty Push, According to Expereo

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by Business Wire More Than Half of Global Businesses Want Greater Control Over Their Data in Latest Digital Sovereignty Push, According to ExpereoAuthor of the article:The findings highlight the growing role of network visibility in digital sovereignty strategies as enterprises navigate increasingly complex cloud, AI and connectivity environmentsTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountLONDON — Businesses around the world are seeking greater control over their data as growing concerns around AI, security and compliance push digital sovereignty higher up the boardroom agenda, according to the latest IDC InfoBrief commissioned by Expereo*.More than half (53%) of enterprises say they want greater control over sensitive and strategic data, while 33% of global organizations now view digital sovereignty as a top or high priority. The research also found that 30% rank it among the leading drivers of technology investment, highlighting how governance, risk and compliance considerations are becoming increasingly important as organisations scale AI and cloud initiatives.The findings suggest organizations are looking beyond traditional approaches to data governance as they seek to better manage risk, regulatory obligations and operational resilience. Security and privacy concerns remain a significant barrier to AI adoption, cited by 58% of enterprises, while 54% of technology leaders worry that AI could create new security risks for their businesses.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againDigital sovereignty is increasingly being driven by a desire for greater control over how data moves across cloud, network and AI environments. As organizations operate across multiple providers and jurisdictions, they are focusing not only on where data is stored, but also on how it moves between them.“This is placing greater emphasis on network visibility and routing transparency. But while digital sovereignty extends beyond the network, a sovereignty strategy without a network strategy is increasingly incomplete. Delivering on digital sovereignty requires network, cloud, security, governance and data management strategies to work together, helping organizations meet regulatory requirements while enabling innovation and growth. “At Expereo, we help multinational businesses design and manage global connectivity around their regional, regulatory and operational needs, providing greater visibility into how traffic moves across complex digital environments. As AI adoption accelerates, this visibility will become an increasingly important part of helping organizations maintain control, manage risk and operate confidently across many jurisdictions.” The report also highlights the growing commercial and regulatory pressures driving this shift. More than one in five organizations (22%) say demands from customers or business partners to localize data are influencing their approach to digital sovereignty. Regional differences are also emerging, with enterprises in APAC placing the highest priority on digital sovereignty globally (38%), ahead of their counterparts in Europe and North America.For the full *IDC InfoBrief, commissioned by Expereo, “Enterprise Horizons 2026: Global Technology Leaders’ Priorities & Insights” (doc #XX, April 2026) please visit: https://www.expereo.com/resources/reports/enterprise-horizons-2026-infobriefView source version on businesswire.com: Scarlett King +44 7534252295This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.