Editor’ s Note
Welcome to the latest edition of Intelligent CIO Europe. Europe’ s technology landscape is entering a defining period of transformation. From communications infrastructure and data governance to digital sovereignty and AI-ready infrastructure, organisations across the continent are being challenged to rethink how they operate, compete and grow in an increasingly complex environment.
In this issue, we explore the businesses and ideas shaping that evolution. Our cover feature examines the next phase of growth for Gamma Communications. Having built its reputation as a disruptive force in the telecommunications sector over the past two decades, the company is now accelerating its expansion across mainland Europe. With significant investments in Spain, the Benelux region and Germany, Gamma is positioning itself at the centre of Europe’ s digital transformation agenda.
Bill Tanner Editor
On page 14, CEO of Gamma Enterprise Markets, David Macfarlane, explains why the convergence of cloud communications, AI and enterprise demand is creating new opportunities for growth and innovation.
Data remains the foundation of every modern organisation, yet many businesses still struggle to govern, value and commercialise it effectively.
On page 24, Aga Strandskov, Head of Data Strategy at Digital Isle of Man, discusses the Isle of Man’ s pioneering Data Asset Foundations framework. Designed to provide a statutory structure for qualifying data assets, the initiative seeks to establish clearer governance, ownership and commercial pathways for one of the world’ s most valuable business resources.
On p35, we examine Finland’ s emergence as one of Europe’ s most attractive destinations for hyperscale and AI-ready data centres. Supported by abundant renewable energy, strategic geography and a growing pipeline of development opportunities, the Nordic nation is attracting global operators at an impressive pace. However, questions around taxation, permitting and long-term power resilience will play a critical role in determining the sustainability of this rapid expansion.
We also explore the growing debate around European payment sovereignty on p18. New research from Enfuce reveals mounting concern among both consumers and payment providers that geopolitical tensions could impact access to critical payment infrastructure. As digital payments become increasingly embedded in everyday life, the resilience and independence of these systems are moving higher on the agenda for policymakers and businesses alike.
That’ s just a sample of what’ s inside – enjoy the read.
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