In a move to bolster digital sovereignty and network security across Europe, Adva Network Security from Germany has taken the helm of a pioneering EU project under the umbrella of the Important Projects of Common European Interest (IPCEI). This ambitious initiative seeks to forge a future where cloud infrastructure and services are not only optimized for the cloud but are imbued with unprecedented levels of cybersecurity.
The project, part of the IPCEI on Next-Generation Cloud Infrastructure and Services (IPCEI-CIS), is backed by German national funding and marks a concerted effort to establish a robust, scalable, and real-time cloud ecosystem capable of handling mission-critical and sensitive data at the network’s edge.
Adva Network Security’s endeavor is part of a broader collaboration involving 19 German companies, all united in their goal to craft an independent European cloud platform. This platform aims to facilitate the swift processing of crucial data at the network edge, a necessity in today’s rapidly digitizing environment, according to Adva Network Security. Adva is tasked with developing a secure network access technology that integrates an edge cloud and software solution, designed to ensure reliable and robust operations.
Quantum Threats, European Cloud
The project addresses two major concerns in network security: the threat posed by quantum computing to existing security mechanisms and the need for fast, reliable data processing at the edge of networks. Wolfgang Keil, Senior Director of Cybersecurity Project Management at Adva Network Security, highlights the project’s dual focus on addressing these challenges while simplifying operations through automation. Leveraging their expertise in quantum security and high-security network operations, Adva aims to create a secure access pathway to the European cloud, incorporating protected hosting for virtualized network functions. This approach would ensure that sensitive data can be processed safely on-site before secure transmission to the cloud.
The project, dubbed TRUsted cloud connectivity for automated Endpoint SECurity (TRUE-SEC), kicked off on January 1, 2024, and is slated for completion over three years. With financial backing from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection and the European Union, the initiative would reflect a significant investment in the future of European digital infrastructure. According to Adva Network Security, this project highlights both its reputation in the high-security networking space and its dedication to developing cloud technology that complies with strict security and legal requirements.
Michael Roth, General Manager of Adva Network Security, underlined the importance of continuous innovation in safeguarding sensitive and mission-critical data. Through IPCEI-CIS, Adva seeks to enhance the security and sovereignty of European cloud infrastructure and services. The initiative would also serve as a platform for Adva to expand its network security competence center in Berlin, attracting a growing team of specialists dedicated to advancing cloud service security. “This project not only represents a stride towards a secure digital future for Europe but also showcases Adva’s commitment to leading the charge in the development of cutting-edge, secure cloud technologies,” Mr. Roth concluded.
