Valcon and Databricks Launch Disconnected Data Platform for Secure Data Management

• •Valcon and Databricks launched the Disconnected Data Platform for secure data management.
• •The DDP is designed for organizations in sensitive sectors like defense and finance.
• •BAE Systems is the first known user of the DDP, enhancing their data platform security.

Valcon and Databricks have introduced the Disconnected Data Platform (DDP), an on-premise, air-gapped solution designed for sensitive and regulated environments. The DDP aims to enhance data sovereignty in Europe by allowing organizations to utilize modern AI and analytics capabilities while keeping sensitive data secure behind their own firewalls. BAE Systems is the first known adopter of this technology, which is particularly relevant for sectors such as public services, defense, and financial services. The platform addresses the challenges organizations face in modernizing their data estates while ensuring compliance with security and governance requirements. Simon de Timary from Valcon emphasized the growing pressure on organizations to modernize while maintaining stringent security controls. The DDP is positioned as a solution for organizations that may not be ready to fully transition to cloud environments or need to maintain certain data on-premises.