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Posted on December 4, 2025
1 min readLast updated: January 20, 2026
Add as preferred source on GoogleBT has launched a UK sovereign data platform to enhance data security and compliance for businesses and the public sector, addressing growing cybersecurity concerns.
LONDON, Dec 4 (Reuters) - Britain's BT launched a sovereign data platform for its public-sector and business customers on Thursday to store and process their data in the country, responding to increasing demand for higher levels of resilience.
Data sovereignty is a growing issue for companies and governments as the threat of cyberattacks escalates, regulation becomes more stringent and artificial intelligence proliferates.
Jon James, chief executive of BT Business, said the company was the only provider with the scale, capabilities and experience to enable true UK sovereign solutions.
"Organisations are increasingly looking for sovereignty in their services and it's up to us to make sure we deliver for our customers," he said.
"That means making sure we're offering the right sovereign solutions that ensure data and operations remain secure, compliant, resilient and future-proofed."
BT, Britain's biggest broadband provider and the owner of the Openreach national fibre network, said the platform would underpin new voice, cloud and AI services. It plans to enable a sovereign option for a range of its existing products in the first half of 2026.
(Reporting by Paul SandleEditing by David Goodman)
Data sovereignty refers to the concept that data is subject to the laws and governance structures within the nation it is collected. This is increasingly important for organizations to ensure compliance and security.
Cybersecurity involves protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks. It is crucial for safeguarding sensitive data and maintaining the integrity of financial transactions.
A sovereign data platform is a system designed to store and process data within a specific country, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations, especially regarding data privacy and security.
Artificial intelligence in finance refers to the use of algorithms and machine learning to analyze data, automate processes, and enhance decision-making in financial services.
Financial services encompass a broad range of economic services provided by the finance industry, including banking, investment, insurance, and asset management.
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