In a recent announcement, Oracle revealed its agreement to provide Singapore’s defense technology arm with secure cloud computing and AI services, marking the company’s inaugural partnership of this kind in Southeast Asia. Governments in this region are increasingly targeted by cyber espionage and supply chain attacks, emphasizing the need for heightened security measures.
Under this arrangement, Oracle will supply Singapore’s armed forces and defense ministry with an isolated cloud computing infrastructure, known as “air-gapped,” which will be disconnected from the internet and linked exclusively to classified networks via encrypted devices. Rand Waldron, Oracle’s Global Defense Chief Technology Officer, emphasized the integration of generative AI tools into these isolated environments, enabling advanced AI data and imagery capabilities such as video analysis for faces, license plates, and vehicle details.
Although Oracle did not disclose the specific financial details of the deal, the company’s strategic focus in Southeast Asia is evident. In a separate initiative, Oracle recently announced plans to invest over $6.5 billion to establish a cloud region in Malaysia.
