ZAWYA: Cisco to build sovereign AI infra in Qatar with Mannai

By Staff Writer

Cisco, a global technology leader driving innovation in AI-powered digital infrastructure, is advancing plans to develop sovereign AI infrastructure in Qatar to support the country’s digital transformation, focusing on secure and locally controlled AI environments.

Working with its longstanding partner Mannai Corporation, through Mannai Technologies – Networking & ELV, Cisco is bringing together computing, networking, cybersecurity and infrastructure management capabilities to help meet the growing demand for secure and resilient AI infrastructure.

The initiative reflects the increasing importance of digital sovereignty as governments and enterprises accelerate AI adoption, placing greater emphasis on data control, operational independence and the security of critical digital infrastructure.

Cisco’s Sovereign Critical Infrastructure portfolio brings together integrated technologies across networking, security, collaboration and observability. Designed for…