- 21 Jan 2026, Wednesday
- 9:30am-1:00pm (SGT)
- Sofitel Singapore City Centre
Data Sovereignty – Navigating Risk in a Dynamic World
ABOUT THIS EVENT
Data is the lifeblood of economic growth, competitiveness, and innovation. Ensuring this vital asset remains subject to the laws and governance structures of the nation in which it is located—data sovereignty—has become a complex and pressing challenge.
The rapid evolution of cloud computing, coupled with the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence, has made data sovereignty a critical and urgent accountability for technology leaders across Asia.
As mobile-data traffic in the region is projected to quadruple by 2030 (GSMA), the competition over data infrastructure and control has become a defining feature of commercial and national strategy.
Recent research commissioned by Pure Storage and conducted by the University of Technology Sydney highlights that the risks of inaction are no longer theoretical; they are looming realities.
For organisations in Singapore, these are compounded by a dynamic regulatory environment, including the updated Singapore Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) and broader ASEAN initiatives on cross-border data flows.
Furthermore, 92% of global experts surveyed believe that failing to address data sovereignty adequately can lead to significant reputational damage.
Themed “Data Sovereignty: Navigating Risk in a Dynamic World,” this exclusive Executive Forum is designed to equip you with the insights and strategies to face these mounting pressures. We will move beyond theory to address the practical implications for your organisation, covering:
- The tangible risks of inaction: Examining the potential for service disruption from non-domestic providers, the challenges of foreign influence, and the financial and reputational fallout highlighted in global case studies.
- Building sovereign capabilities in a complex region: Navigating the intricate supply chains for advanced technologies like AI and addressing the critical sustainability trade-offs, as data centre energy demands in ASEAN are projected to soar.
- Proactive data strategies for Singapore: Exploring how a hybrid approach can marry sovereignty with operational flexibility, and how to evaluate partners and platforms to ensure compliance, resilience, and architectural independence.
This forum will provide a confidential platform for senior peers to discuss how to reassess data sovereignty within your overall IT strategy, ensuring your organisation is resilient, compliant, and competitive.
Your leadership in navigating this new era is crucial. We look forward to the privilege of your presence.
Who should attend?
- CIO, CTO, CISO
- Directors and Head of Data / Storage
- Directors and Heads of IT Infrastructure
- Directors and Heads of Cloud Architecture
- Head of Data Management
- Directors of Heads of IT
In partnership with:
AGENDA
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 9:30am | Registration & Morning Refreshments |
| 9:45am | Opening Remarks Senior representative, PURE STORAGE |
| 9:50am |
Keynote: Data Sovereignty Brief Findings & Enterprise Data Cloud
This session will share the critical concept of data sovereignty — what it means, why it matters, and how it’s reshaping data strategies in 2026?
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| 10:10am | Keynote: Achieving Cyber Resilience This session dives into cyber resilience use cases Lawrence Ang, Consulting Solutions Architect, APJ, PURE STORAGE |
| 10:30am | Keynote: Use Cases Sharing on Data Resilience/Protection |
| 10:50am |
Panel Discussion: Navigating Risks and Data Sovereignty in a Changing Era
In 2025-2026, Singaporean organisations face a convergence of data sovereignty risks: geopolitical service disruption, stringent regulations like the PDPA, and the AI-driven energy crunch. A proactive, hybrid strategy is critical to safeguard data, ensure operational resilience, and maintain customer trust in this new era. Inaction risks severe financial and reputational damage.
Allan Tan, Group-Editor-in-Chief, CXOCIETY Panelist: Matthew Oostveen, CTO, APJ, PURE STORAGE |
| 11:35am | Closing remarks |
| 11:40am | Networking Lunch |
| 1:00pm | End of Event |
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
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