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HCLSoftware Unveils Sovereign AI: A Game Changer for Data Privacy

On July 10, 2025, HCLSoftware, a global leader in enterprise software solutions, announced the launch of HCL Domino 14.5, targeting specifically the needs of governments and regulated organizations with a keen focus on data privacy. The new release is set to enhance the capabilities of the existing collaboration solutions under the Domino+ umbrella, featuring the introduction of Domino IQ, a robust sovereign AI extension. This new AI tool is designed to safeguard organizations' data privacy while ensuring information security.

HCL Domino's users will benefit extensively from a powerful AI that can automate tasks, analyze data, and more, with the option to choose models developed by their own organizations or trusted sources. In light of compliance measures like the European AI Act, which aims to regulate AI development within the EU, Domino IQ empowers organizations to exercise enhanced control over their AI investments, ultimately reducing their reliance on foreign cloud-based services.

In a statement, Richard Jefts, Executive Vice President and General Manager of HCLSoftware, emphasized the increasing concerns among governments and regulated entities regarding data sovereignty and digital independence, particularly in a volatile geopolitical landscape. He noted, 'The significance of ensuring data sovereignty and steering clear of undue influence from foreign governments transcends typical SaaS and AI solutions. With the launch of Domino+ 14.5, HCLSoftware assists over 200 government agencies in safeguarding their sensitive data, particularly concerning collaboration and sensitive information shared through emails, online discussions, video recordings, and documents.'

Achim Weiss, CEO of IONOS, a leading European cloud service provider, supported this initiative, stating, 'In today's digital age, true digital sovereignty is key to Europe's future. At IONOS, we take pride in providing sovereign cloud infrastructure for HCL's collaboration solutions. Our platform is powerful, secure, and, importantly, devoid of any foreign access. Together, we exemplify responsible innovation and digital self-determination, which is crucial for businesses and institutions in regulated sectors with particularly sensitive requirements.'

Key Features of Domino+ 14.5 Release

The latest iteration of Domino+ comes loaded with essential features to ensure a robust and compliant user experience, including:

• - BSI Certification for Information Security and enhanced Security Event and Incident Management (SEIM) tools.
• - Compliance with the European Accessibility Act, improving the web experience for professional users.
• - Ready-to-deploy tools and enhanced solutions for sovereign online discussions and meetings.

About HCLSoftware

HCLSoftware stands at the forefront of software innovation and is the software division of HCLTech. The company designs, markets, and sells transformative solutions while providing essential support across various industries, including business and industry, intelligent operations, overall experience, data and analytics, and cybersecurity. With a commitment to client success and core values rooted in integrity, inclusion, value creation, human focus, and social responsibility, HCLSoftware delivers top-tier software products that enable organizations to achieve their goals. With a rich heritage and forward-thinking ethos, HCLSoftware services over 20,000 organizations, the majority of whom are on the Fortune 100 list, with nearly half on the Fortune 500 list.

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