Core Insights - SAP has launched the EU AI Cloud, consolidating its digital sovereignty initiatives into a framework tailored for Europe, offering customers various options for data sovereignty and deployment [1][3] - The platform is designed to meet EU data residency and regulatory compliance requirements, allowing enterprises to incorporate AI into core business processes while adhering to local regulations [2][3] Deployment Options - The EU AI Cloud provides multiple deployment options, including SAP Sovereign Cloud, on-site models, and partnerships with approved European cloud providers, ensuring compliance with European regulations [3][5] - AI workloads are hosted in European data centers, ensuring independence from non-European hyperscalers, which is crucial for maintaining data sovereignty [4] Partnerships and Collaborations - SAP has partnered with Cohere to integrate agentic AI capabilities into the SAP Business Technology Platform, enhancing AI integration for enterprises with data residency constraints [2] - Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has been selected to support SAP's cloud and generative AI transformation under a five-year agreement, focusing on streamlining IT operations and enhancing AI capabilities [6][7]