GMinds
Request the recording DE | EN

Sovereign in the cloud · Webinar recording

Google Cloud Dedicated: the new sovereign cloud from Google Cloud & Thales

Opportunities and limits — an assessment for regulated industries. The webinar took place on 30 September 2026.

Missed the webinar? Register anyway – we'll send you the recording by email.

Recording 45 minutes Online Free
  • Full control stays in Germany
  • Google Cloud technology under German law
  • Including Q&A with Google Cloud & GMinds
Request the recording

Are you even allowed to move your sensitive data to the cloud?

For public authorities, banks, energy suppliers and other regulated organisations, this is no longer an academic question. The GDPR, the after-effects of Schrems II and concerns about access under non-European laws are holding back many cloud projects — while the real innovation has long been waiting.

With Google Cloud Dedicated, Google Cloud and Thales are bringing a new answer to Germany: a sovereign cloud operated by a new German company wholly owned by Thales — legally and operationally independent of Google Cloud.

Request the recording
GMinds

What to expect in the recording

Four topics at the core of Google Cloud Dedicated — which we put into context together with Google Cloud.

Control stays in Germany

Operated by a new German company wholly owned by Thales — legally and operationally independent of Google Cloud and run by German staff.

Google Cloud technology

The technology and operating model follow PREMI3NS from S3NS, the Thales offering in France. We took a concrete look at which services will be available at launch.

Prepared for regulation

Designed for the BSI C5 requirements and the new C3A framework — tailored to public authorities and highly regulated industries.

The right time

Available in preview. According to Thales and Google, general availability is planned for the end of 2026 – realistically, we expect Q1 2027. If you prioritise use cases now, you can start pilot projects early.

Speakers

Jonas Schwarz

Jonas Schwarz

CEO & Co-Founder, GMinds GmbH
LinkedIn profile
Ricardo Muñoz Núñez

Ricardo Muñoz Núñez

Google Cloud · Head of Sovereign Cloud Partner Development
LinkedIn profile

How your starting point changes

When regulatory clarity meets Google technology, uncertainty turns into a roadmap.

Without a dedicated cloud strategy

  • Uncertainty about whether sensitive data may go to the cloud at all
  • Cloud projects on hold because of open compliance questions
  • Unclear responsibility for keys & operations
  • Regulation slows down the pace of innovation

With Google Cloud Dedicated

  • Operated by a new German company wholly owned by Thales
  • Google Cloud technology for sensitive workloads
  • A clear roadmap for first pilot projects
  • Aligned with BSI C5 & C3A
Request the recording

Frequently asked questions

Is the recording really free?
Yes, the recording is completely free of charge.
How do I get the recording?
Register using the form – we'll send you the recording by email.
Do I need prior knowledge of Google Cloud?
No — the webinar is aimed at newcomers as well as people with a technical background.
Who operates Google Cloud Dedicated?
According to the announcement, it is a new German company wholly owned by Thales, which is legally and operationally independent of Google Cloud and works exclusively with German staff.
When will Google Cloud Dedicated be available?
Available in preview. According to Thales and Google, general availability is planned for the end of 2026 – realistically, we expect Q1 2027.
Who is the webinar particularly relevant for?
For CISOs and IT security officers, data protection officers, IT managers in the public sector and energy supply, and CTOs and management teams of regulated organisations.