e& UAE and Core42 Launch Sovereign AI Compute Platform for Enterprises
e& UAE has partnered with Core42 to introduce Sovereign AI Compute, a new AI infrastructure platform designed to give enterprises secure, local access to GPU capacity in the United Arab Emirates. The joint offering combines Core42’s sovereign GPU infrastructure with e& UAE’s connectivity network, enabling organisations to deploy AI applications while keeping sensitive data within the country.
The launch comes as companies across regulated industries increasingly seek infrastructure that can support AI development without creating data residency concerns. According to the announcement, traditional cloud environments may not always provide the local capacity or compliance assurances required by sectors such as financial services. The new platform is intended to address those challenges by providing scalable GPU infrastructure within the UAE.
Core42 will supply the AI accelerators and implementation services for the platform, while e& UAE provides carrier-grade connectivity to link enterprise environments directly to the infrastructure. The companies have also introduced GPU Connect, a bundled service that combines GPU access with premium connectivity.
The platform is designed to support the full AI lifecycle, allowing users to build, train and deploy models with a cost structure that includes zero egress fees and no upfront capital expenditure. It also leverages Core42’s Signature National Disaster Recovery Cloud to help maintain continuity during large-scale disruptions.
In a statement, Esam Mahmoud, Senior Vice President of SMB Sales and Marketing at e& UAE, said AI is becoming central to the way organisations operate. He said the collaboration with Core42 is intended to give UAE enterprises and government entities a faster, simpler and more secure way to access sovereign GPU infrastructure, connect their data and operationalise AI at scale.
Jaafar Al Hashmi, Vice President of Government Relations and Market Development at Core42, said the partnership moves sovereign AI beyond a foundational concept and into an operational capability. He described the joint framework as one that integrates compute, connectivity and implementation into a single deployment-ready offering.
The initiative is aligned with the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, which aims to expand AI adoption across government operations, healthcare, finance, mobility and digital infrastructure.
Industry Analysis
The launch reflects a broader regional shift toward sovereign digital infrastructure, particularly where data residency, performance and regulatory control are strategic priorities. For enterprises in finance and other regulated sectors, local AI compute capacity can reduce dependence on overseas cloud services and may simplify compliance planning.
By combining GPU infrastructure with telecom connectivity and disaster recovery capabilities, the platform also signals growing demand for integrated AI deployment models rather than standalone compute offerings. If adopted widely, such solutions could strengthen the UAE’s position as a hub for enterprise AI development while supporting the country’s digital transformation agenda.
