Securing Qatar’s digital future with sovereign AI

Cisco, a global technology leader driving innovation in AI-powered digital infrastructure, has announced plans to build sovereign AI infrastructure in Qatar.

This strategic endeavour is partnered with Mannai Corporation QPSC, operating through Mannai Technologies – Networking & ELV.

This collaboration brings together Cisco’s advanced capabilities in computing, networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management with Mannai’s deep-rooted local expertise. Together, they are addressing the rapidly growing demand for secure, resilient, and locally controlled AI environments. As governments and enterprises accelerate artificial intelligence adoption, placing greater emphasis on sovereign digital assets is now a strategic necessity.

The rising imperative of digital sovereignty

Digital sovereignty revolves around a nation’s or an organisation’s ability to maintain ultimate control over its digital destiny. This encompasses physical hardware, software ecosystems, and…