Singapore will now have access to high-performance, air-gapped, and secure cloud computing, data management, and artificial intelligence (AI) services of Oracle.
Singapore’s Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) inked a deal on Tuesday with the U.S. cloud computing giant for the use of its “Oracle Cloud Isolated Region.” This platform is set to strengthen Singapore’s digital capabilities as part of its modernization efforts. The Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), the technology arm of MINDEF, will leverage OCI to enhance operational efficiency, cybersecurity, and scalability.
Enhancing National Defense with Cloud Technology
DSTA’s decision to integrate OCI into its digital infrastructure is aimed at supporting MINDEF’s critical functions.
“The demand for secure and scalable cloud solutions is growing. It is more than just data storage and computing—it will be the foundation for a lot of innovation,” said Ng Chad-Son, Chief Executive of DSTA. “Through this pilot collaboration with Oracle, we will harness advanced cloud and AI technologies to digitalise and transform our operations.”
By utilizing OCI, MINDEF gains access to high-performance computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML) capabilities. This will allow the ministry to improve real-time analytics, streamline decision-making, and fortify cyber resilience against evolving threats.
Why Oracle Cloud?
Oracle’s cloud solutions provide MINDEF with enhanced security features and data sovereignty—critical factors for government agencies handling sensitive information. The collaboration between Oracle and DSTA will ensure that defense-related workloads remain protected while benefiting from the flexibility and cost-efficiency of cloud computing.
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is designed to support mission-critical operations with built-in security, high availability, and compliance with strict regulatory requirements. Oracle Cloud Isolated Region is a sovereign, air-gapped OCI region offering the same services as public OCI regions. Fully disconnected from the internet, it provides MINDEF and SAF with a secure, scalable, and resilient environment for enhanced insights and faster decision-making.
“Oracle has safeguarded the world’s most sensitive data for decades. We are pleased to bring this expertise to support the Singapore defence community’s missions,” said Rand Waldron, Global Defense CTO of Oracle. “Our air-gapped, isolated cloud regions bring the capabilities of our public cloud and defense ecosystem to the world’s most secure networks. Oracle is built to deliver the highest levels of security and performance for governments around the world.”
This new partnership will likely deliver next-generation cloud solutions tailored to the specific needs of Singapore’s defense sector, the authorities believe.
Scalability and Future Readiness
One of the key advantages of adopting OCI is its scalability. As defense operations evolve, MINDEF will require a flexible cloud infrastructure capable of adapting to emerging technologies. Oracle’s cloud solutions offer seamless integration with existing systems, ensuring that future upgrades and expansions can be implemented efficiently.
Additionally, OCI’s global presence and localized data centers provide MINDEF with the ability to scale resources dynamically, optimizing performance and cost-effectiveness. This ensures that Singapore’s defense ecosystem remains agile in responding to new challenges and operational demands.
Singapore’s decision to adopt Oracle Cloud Infrastructure marks a significant step toward a more advanced and resilient defense system. With OCI’s cutting-edge security, AI-driven analytics, and scalable infrastructure, MINDEF is well-positioned to navigate the complexities of modern warfare and cybersecurity challenges.
The latest partnership with Singapore also comes on the heels of another major announcement from last week where Oracle launched an AI Centre of Excellence that will foster innovation across South-East Asia from Singapore.
The cloud computing solutions provider has increased its focus on the region in recent times. It announced $6.5 billion investment for AI and cloud computing in Malaysia, last year, one of the biggest for the region.
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