Feb 28, 2025 | Posted by Abdul-Rahman Oladimeji
Microsoft has completed its EU Data Boundary for the Microsoft Cloud data sovereignty project. According to TechCruch, the boundary means that European commercial and public sector customers can store and process customer data and “pseudonymized” personal data for core cloud services within the EU and European Free Trade Agreement (EFTA) regions.
In a Microsoft blog post written by Julie Brill, corporate VP and chief privacy officer, and Paul Lorimer, corporate VP of Microsoft 365, the company said: "The EU Data Boundary reflects Microsoft’s commitment to delivering unmatched cloud services that support European transparency, protect privacy, and enhance customer control. It’s a reflection of our commitment to Europe and is part of a wide range of residency capabilities and solutions we provide to our customers."
The EU is known for its stricter data privacy and sovereignty rules than the likes of the US. The EU's Cybersecurity Act was adopted in 2019 and formed the legal basis for EU-wide certification of cloud providers. In December 2020, EU cybersecurity agency ENISA began public consultations toward a revised set of rules.
