The sovereignty debate explained with Nine23

Jun 17, 2026

Who really owns your data?

Data sovereignty has become one of the defining issues shaping digital infrastructure, cloud strategy and AI adoption. But what does it actually mean, and why has it become a board-level discussion for so many organisations?

In Episode 4 of Perspectives from the Edge, Pulsant's Wendy Shearer is joined by Steve Jewell, CEO of Nine23, to explore data sovereignty and its relationship to security, resilience and digital transformation.

As organisations become increasingly reliant on cloud services, AI and interconnected digital ecosystems, understanding where data resides, who controls it and how it can be accessed is becoming critical.

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In this episode, Wendy and Steve discuss:

  • The difference between data residency, security and data sovereignty
  • Why data sovereignty has evolved from a niche concern to a strategic business priority
  • How AI is creating new challenges around data governance and control
  • Why resilience is becoming as important as security
  • How organisations can take a pragmatic approach to sovereignty based on their specific requirements

Whether you're responsible for technology, data, security, compliance or business strategy, this conversation offers practical insights for navigating an increasingly complex digital landscape.

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