du & Oracle Launch Hyperscale Cloud & AI for UAE Government

In a strategic move, du, a subsidiary of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), announces its collaboration with Oracle Alloy to introduce cutting-edge hyperscale cloud and sovereign AI services tailored for the UAE government and public sector entities. This initiative focuses on serving Dubai and the Northern Emirates, aligning with the nation’s vision for digital transformation.

The signing ceremony, held during the prestigious AI Retreat under the patronage of H.H Sheikh Hamdan bin Muhammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, underscores the commitment of du and Oracle Alloy to drive innovation and efficiency in the region’s technological landscape. Attended by decision-makers, industry leaders, and AI experts, the event highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships in navigating the challenges and opportunities posed by AI.

Oracle Alloy, renowned for its comprehensive cloud infrastructure platform, empowers partners like du to offer a wide array of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services alongside bespoke cloud solutions. This collaboration positions du as the pioneering local hyperscale cloud provider, delivering a holistic suite of cloud services under its brand.

The services will be meticulously tailored to meet the unique requirements of UAE markets and industry verticals, ensuring compliance with local regulations. Leveraging Oracle Alloy, du aims to expedite its internal digital transformation while modernizing its IT and engineering ecosystem.

Furthermore, du stands to benefit from the synergies between Oracle and NVIDIA, facilitating the provision of sovereign AI capabilities and GPU-as-a-Service to government entities in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. This collaboration combines Oracle’s distributed cloud and AI services with NVIDIA’s accelerated computing platform, enabling rapid deployment of AI solutions for public sector clients.

Fahad Al Hassawi, CEO of du, emphasized the significance of this milestone, stating, “The deployment of Oracle Alloy marks a pivotal moment in our journey as a cloud services provider. With the UAE witnessing rapid adoption of cloud solutions, including AI and machine learning, we are poised to meet the evolving needs of our customers with agility and innovation.”

Nick Redshaw, Senior Vice President, Technology, and UAE Country Leader at Oracle, highlighted the importance of du’s local capabilities in driving Oracle’s distributed cloud strategy. He expressed confidence in du’s ability to empower government entities with high-performance, secure, and scalable cloud solutions.

Operating from its own data center in the UAE, du ensures seamless migration to the cloud while maintaining control over operations and security, thereby supporting digital sovereignty objectives. Oracle’s unique position as the sole hyperscaler offering AI and a comprehensive suite of cloud services across dedicated, public, and hybrid environments worldwide further solidifies this partnership’s significance in advancing the UAE’s digital agenda.