Entering the Era of Digital Sovereignty: AWS European Sovereign Cloud
2026.01.15.
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What the AWS European Sovereign Cloud Means for Businesses and Organizations
AWS launched the AWS European Sovereign Cloud on January 15, 2026 – a new cloud infrastructure built, operated, and governed entirely within the European Union. For businesses and organizations across Europe, this represents a major shift in how sensitive data can be securely managed and processed, in line with data residency and EU sovereignty requirements.
What is the AWS European Sovereign Cloud?
– Built and operated entirely within the EU
– Managed solely by EU-based personnel and legal entities
– Subject only to EU laws and regulations – free from non-EU jurisdiction
– Delivering full AWS capabilities without compromise
Who is it for?
– Government and municipal institutions
– Financial services: banks, insurers, fintech providers
– Healthcare, education, and research organizations
– IT providers and integrators handling EU data
– Multinational enterprises processing regulated or sensitive data
Why it matters?
– Full modernization potential in highly regulated sectors
– Enhanced compliance with GDPR, NIS2, and local frameworks
– True data control and transparency within EU borders
The first steps to get ready
- Update your cloud strategy – identify workloads suitable for migration.
- Conduct a compliance audit – assess data flows and access points.
- Engage with AWS partners, who can help you.
- Start pilot projects – small, measurable migrations are a smart first move.
How we can support your journey
As an AWS Partner with deep expertise with regulated industries, we at TC2 offer strategic advisory, compliance audits, and migration planning tailored to the new Sovereign Cloud landscape.
Schedule a consultation: info@tc2.hu
Digital sovereignty is a competitive differentiator. Get ahead of the curve and prepare for the AWS Sovereign Cloud with our expert guidance!
