Dutch Bank Uses German Cloud Company.
The Dutch Central Bank is working with a German company. This is to reduce the Netherlands’ use of US cloud services. The goal is to make the country’s digital systems stronger and safer.
The Dutch government has made an agreement with StackIT, a German cloud provider. The government wants to use more European cloud services. They are worried about relying on US companies. This is especially true for DigiD, a key Dutch online service. The move will help protect the country’s data and improve its digital defenses.
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Highlights
DNB Partners with German Cloud
The Dutch Central Bank is working with a German cloud company.
Government Signs Agreement with StackIT
The Dutch government has signed an agreement with StackIT.
Reducing US Dependence
The move aims to reduce reliance on US cloud services.
Boosting Digital Resilience
The agreement strengthens the country’s digital infrastructure and security.
DigiD Concerns Drive Shift
Concerns about DigiD are driving the move to European solutions.