Ampere expands European cloud presence with new Arm-based deployments. 2 mins read Ampere Computing is broadening its European footprint as both hyperscale and regional cloud providers roll out new services powered by the company's AmpereOne and AmpereOne M processors. The move reflects growing demand across the continent for energy-efficient, high-performance Arm-based infrastructure. Cloud providers across Europe are increasingly adopting Ampere's latest processors to support workloads that require predictable performance, improved efficiency and greater deployment flexibility. The company says these attributes are translating into practical business gains, including reduced total cost of ownership and expanded options for customers seeking infrastructure aligned with performance, locality or data-sovereignty needs. Ampere's broadened presence spans global cloud platforms as well as regionally focused providers, supporting organisations operating within strict sovereignty or regulatory frameworks. Market analysts forecast strong growth in Europe's sovereign cloud sector, with Grandview Research estimating its value will surpass €100 billion by 2030, driven by rising requirements for data jurisdiction and infrastructure autonomy. While hyperscale platforms offer reach and scalability, regional cloud providers continue to play a key role in delivering localised operations, enhanced data residency and alignment with national regulations. Ampere's processors are intended to provide a consistent compute foundation across this spectrum. "The significant expansion of AmpereOne and AmpereOne M deployments across Europe marks a pivotal moment for cloud infrastructure in the region," said Jeff Wittich, Chief Product Officer at Ampere. "We're seeing unprecedented demand for the performance, efficiency, and flexibility that Arm-based compute provides. By partnering with both hyperscale giants and key regional providers, we are empowering European organisations with an unparalleled choice - enabling them to build cloud strategies that meet their exact needs, from global scale to stringent data sovereignty and localised operational control." As part of this expansion: Oracle is launching new A4 Ampere-based instances in London and Frankfurt, using AmpereOne M processors for general-purpose and AI workloads. Oracle notes that customers with stringent data-residency or compliance requirements may combine these services with offerings such as the EU Sovereign Cloud or Oracle Alloy. Across the regional provider landscape: * Scaleway has introduced AmpereOne instances to expand Arm-based cloud options for European businesses. * Glesys, based in Sweden, is deploying AmpereOne-powered infrastructure for Hardware-as-a-Service, with cloud availability expected in Q2/Q3. * C41.ch in Switzerland is extending its cloud platform with new AmpereOne instances. * Hetzner, which introduced Europe's first Arm-based cloud servers using Ampere processors in 2023, is now qualifying AmpereOne for availability in 2026. * CloudSigma is expanding its AI-as-a-Service portfolio by adding Token-as-a-Service and Model-as-a-Service powered by AmpereOne M processors for sovereign and private cloud environments. These deployments build on existing European partnerships with providers including Ionos, Gcore, Leaseweb and Infomaniak. By enabling new services across both hyperscale and regional platforms, Ampere says it is increasing the range of Arm-based infrastructure options available to European organisations. This includes support for cloud and AI workloads that require global scalability, proximity to users or strict sovereignty assurances. According to the company, the adoption of AmpereOne and AmpereOne M across multiple providers reflects a shift toward more efficient, modern compute architectures designed to operate closer to customers while meeting local regulatory and operational demands.

What's up with... 6G timelines, Wi-Fi 9, Italian towers JV. Mar 19, 2026 * Qualcomm tasked with delivering 6G tech for 2028 Olympics * Never mind Wi-Fi 8, Nokia's mulling Wi-Fi 9! * Italian telcos form towers joint venture In today's industry news roundup: The Trump administration wants Qualcomm to have pre-standards 6G products ready for the July 2028 summer Olympics in Los Angeles; even though Wi-Fi 8 is still a few years away, Nokia has started to pave the way for Wi-Fi 9; Italian telcos Fastweb+Vodafone and Telecom Italia have formed a towers joint venture with plans to build 6,000 new sites; and more! The Trump administration is pressing wireless tech giant Qualcomm to develop and deliver pre-standards 6G chips in time for the Summer Olympics, which will be held in Los Angeles in July 2028, two years before the 3GPP expects to have 6G specifications completed. In a recorded interview with Politico, Nate Tibbit, Qualcomm's senior VP of global government affairs and public affairs, stated: "The US government is very interested in accelerating the timeline for 6G. They have asked us to work to bring 6G forward so that it will be launched in 2029 with pre-commercial devices ready to go for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, so this timeline is accelerating pretty significantly and we want to make sure we have the spectrum and regulatory framework that allow us to deliver on that request." Those timelines tie in with the Mission LA 2028 initiative launched a few months ago by the US National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), which advises the President on communications, broadband and internet policy, and with the strategic collaboration initiative that Qualcomm announced during MWC26 that aims to "accelerate the development and global deployment of 6G" and establish a "clear, milestone-driven roadmap focused on delivering 6G commercial systems starting from 2029 onwards." Whether it's welcome or not, the excitement around 6G developments and collaborations is growing as world-first claims are made, collaborations are announced and new timelines proposed. But next-gen wireless isn't all about 6G: Nokia has just outlined its vision for Wi-Fi 9, which is set to be "designed to support real-time, immersive and AI-driven digital experiences". If you're thinking that we're still in the Wi-Fi 7 era (in terms of commercially available products) and that Wi-Fi 8 is still warming in the oven, then you'd be right - the IEEE standard (IEEE 802.11bn) for what's known as Wi-Fi 8 is not due to be cooked until 2028, but hey, that'll be here before we know it, right!? According to Nokia, "Wi-Fi 9 is expected to evolve alongside future 6G networks as part of a broader, complementary wireless ecosystem, with each technology optimised for different environments and use cases." Fastweb+Vodafone, part of the Swisscom empire, has struck a non-binding partnership with Telecom Italia (TIM) to identify and build up to 6,000 new tower sites across Italy as part of plans to accelerate 5G deployment in the country. The Italian mobile operator will launch a 50/50 joint venture with TIM that, the partners hope, will attract third-party investors in the future, according to Swisscom. The initiative will also offer access to other telecom providers in Italy on an open access model, while allowing the partners to align operational efficiencies. The project will be financed through a combination of debt and, the partners hope, equity from external investors, according to Swisscom's announcement. Scaleway, the cloud and AI infrastructure platform of the Iliad Group, has launched in Italy with a new cloud region in Milan. The move is part of a broader European growth strategy, as Scaleway, which already operates cloud regions in France, Poland and the Netherlands, plans to launch operations in Sweden and Germany. Damien Lucas, CEO of Scaleway, stated: "As a European hyperscaler, we are expanding our presence across Europe, and anchoring our ability to stay close to local markets. The launch of operations in Italy is a crucial step in this direction. Europe cannot rely entirely on foreign hyperscalers to fuel its digital economy. European companies must have access to hyperscale cloud platforms built in Europe, managed in accordance with EU regulations, and aligned with European priorities." - The staff, TelecomTV Spotlight on 5G: Watch TelecomTV's exclusive interviews and expert coverage from MWC26, featuring the telecom industry's leading voices. DSP Leaders World Forum returns to the Fairmont Windsor Park on 19-20 May. Join the senior executives shaping AI-driven networks and new digital services. Spaces are limited - secure your place now.