In 2025, sovereignty is not just “where data sits”—it’s about who can compel access, how keys are controlled, and whether operations and AI use respect local laws and customer policies. The winning SaaS pattern separates control and data planes, offers in‑region processing and storage, gives customers cryptographic control (BYOK/HYOK), minimizes cross‑border metadata, and publishes a … Read more
Data localization has become a practical necessity for SaaS vendors expanding internationally. Beyond marketing “local presence,” governments increasingly expect resident data to stay and be processed within their jurisdiction, while buyers demand clear guarantees about where their data lives and who can access it. Getting this right unlocks market access, speeds security reviews, and reduces … Read more
Cross-border compliance is a product capability and an operating discipline. The goal: let customers operate globally while keeping personal and sensitive data processed lawfully, stored in the right regions, and accessible under strict controls—with clear evidence for auditors and buyers. Core principles Regulatory landscape (practical view) Tip: Treat new laws as variants on the same … Read more