Brussels: Europe and the Arabs
Twelve NATO member states have committed to developing and deploying a new digital network by 2030 through the NATO High-Visibility (HVP) Software for Cloud and Edge (ACE) Project. The ACE project will enable field personnel to securely create, distribute, and store classified information, according to a statement issued by NATO Headquarters in Brussels. He added, "This initiative will provide participating Allies with a shared digital service and improve operational interoperability through more efficient data sharing. It will also support data-driven decision-making by leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning."
Initial funding for the ACE project will reach €45 million, and participating Allies are expected to allocate additional resources to specific tasks. The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) will lead the project implementation on behalf of participating Allies.
The ACE project will form the basis of a scalable, software-based approach to defense capabilities, making the development and delivery of critical applications and services faster and more secure. This, in turn, will enhance NATO's ability to respond rapidly to evolving operational requirements, ensuring that digital systems remain responsive, up-to-date, and ready for use.
Participating countries are Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States.