Half of UK businesses say AI fears mean they want more control over their data as calls for digital sovereignty grow

According to IDC data commissioned by Expereo, 58% of UK organizations see security and privacy as the main barrier to AI adoption. 29% of companies named digital sovereignty a priority, 27% an investment driver, and 26% face pressure from clients and partners for data localization.

• 58% of UK companies see security as barrier to AI
• 29% consider digital sovereignty a high priority
• 27% named sovereignty a driver of tech investments
• 26% of companies pressured by clients and partners for data localization