Agreement signed at GISEC Global 2026 coincides with the launch of sovereign cloud environments to support critical government and AI workloads.
September, 2026, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign enabled cloud and AI infrastructure, signed an agreement with the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) to advance Signature Sovereign AI Cloud in the UAE. The two organizations will leverage Core42’s existing Signature Private Cloud offerings with advanced AI infrastructure, designed around the country’s sovereignty requirements.
The agreement was signed at GISEC Global 2026 in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, and Talal M. Al Kaissi, Chief Executive Officer of Core42.
Government entities and regulated industries are adopting cloud and AI for increasingly critical operations. Doing so requires environments that protect national data, provide clear operational control and meet the security standards of critical government systems. The collaboration brings together the CSC’s national cybersecurity mandate and Core42’s sovereign enabled cloud capabilities to address these needs.
Signature Sovereign AI Cloud is suitable for organizations running Secret and Top-Secret cloud and AI workloads that require greater control over their data, infrastructure and operations while leveraging the versatility of a platform suitable for AI enablement. Core42 and the CSC will work together to define how the platform can support the UAE’s specific security and sovereignty requirements.
The agreement also covers cybersecurity knowledge exchange, threat awareness, technical engagement and preparedness. This may include workshops, working sessions, conferences, educational visits and training programs focused on emerging cyber risks and the resilience of ICT and sovereign cloud environments.
H.E. Dr. Mohamed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, said, “As AI becomes part of critical government operations, cybersecurity and the ability to run on approved sovereign infrastructure must be considered from the beginning. Our role is to ensure these technologies are adopted within frameworks that protect national data, strengthen resilience and maintain trust. Working with Core42 allows us to bring that perspective directly into the development of sovereign AI cloud environments.”
Talal M. Al Kaissi, Chief Executive Officer of Core42, said, “For government and national security workloads, AI adoption is inseparable from the question of strict control. The data, infrastructure and operating environment must all meet clearly defined national requirements. This agreement gives us a practical route to translate those requirements into a clear plan for Signature Sovereign AI Cloud in the UAE.”
About Core42:
Core42, a G42 company, empowers individuals, enterprises and nations to unlock the full potential of AI through its comprehensive enablement capabilities. As a leading provider of sovereign enabled cloud and AI infrastructure, our mission is to accelerate the achievements of others and help them reach their most ambitious goals. We are building the digital backbone that powers AI-native societies. These foundations are essential to deploy advanced AI, unlock organizational value from proprietary data, and drive real outcomes.
About UAE Cyber Security Council:
In November 2020, the UAE Cabinet established the UAE Cyber Security Council to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and ensure a safe and strong cyber infrastructure, as a part of the UAE vision to strive toward a more secure digital transformation. The Council, led by the UAE Government’s Head of Cyber Security, aims to contribute to the nation’s legal and regulatory frameworks for cybersecurity and to secure both current and emerging technologies. It is also responsible for building a vibrant ecosystem for cyber security across the UAE, driving innovation and stimulating economic growth in cyber through collaboration with industry, academia and international cyber diplomacy. The Council is also responsible for pioneering and implementing awareness & capacity development initiatives across the UAE to enhance the safety and security of the UAE populace, in line with leadership’s vision.
