A European-built and European-owned cloud

Current world events necessitate that European businesses begin looking for homegrown solutions for their cloud computing needs. Merrymake, a leading European cloud provider based in Denmark, is at the forefront of this shift, offering cutting-edge services that prioritize data protection and technological sovereignty.

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It’s all about ensuring that data stays in the EU

With growing concerns about data privacy and security, the demand for GDPR compliant cloud services that guarantee data remains within EU borders has surged. Merrymake's Danish compute cloud provides a robust solution, ensuring that all data is stored and processed exclusively within the European Union. This commitment to keeping data in the EU not only aligns with GDPR requirements, but also addresses the broader concerns surrounding the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework.

If you want to get technical, it all revolves around the European Commission's third adequacy decision in July 2023 and the US Executive Order 14086 (EO 14086), which leaves significant concerns regarding GDPR compliance. The adequacy decision does not provide a legal basis for US cloud providers to disclose EU-based data to US authorities, as it only covers transfers to self-certified US recipients. Furthermore, EO 14086 and the new Data Protection Review Court (DPRC) fail to address fundamental issues with US surveillance laws, such as FISA 702, which conflict with GDPR requirements. These US laws can compel US-based providers to disclose data processed in the EU, violating GDPR principles of data protection and potentially undermining EU data sovereignty. Coupled with current US affairs, the head of The Danish Data Protection Agency (Datatilsynet) recommends Danish (and by extension, European) companies to have a plan ready for leaving the big US clouds.

Merrymake is not a lesser-but-European-alternative to US clouds - it’s a more advanced, next generation cloud, enabling better software, and more productive and happier developers

It’s a myth, that Europe is only great at old tech like cheese-, wine- and watchmaking. Merrymake's European cloud offering goes beyond traditional and serverless solutions provided by global tech giants. Our innovative infraless computing model represents a significant leap forward from services like AWS Lambda, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Run. By abstracting away not just compute resources but also additional services and infrastructure components, Merrymake allows developers to focus solely on writing code, dramatically reducing operational overhead and accelerating the transition from DevOps to NoOps.

This advanced approach positions Merrymake's compute cloud at the cutting edge of cloud technology, offering European businesses a powerful, compliant, and innovative platform for their digital transformation journey. By choosing Merrymake, companies not only benefit from state-of-the-art cloud services but also actively support the growth of Europe's tech sector and the continent's push for digital sovereignty.

As the demand for secure, compliant, and innovative cloud solutions continues to grow, Merrymake stands ready to meet the needs of businesses across Europe. Our Danish cloud services offer a perfect blend of advanced technology, strict data protection, and commitment to European values, making us the ideal partner for companies looking to thrive in the digital age while keeping their data secure within EU borders.

If you're ready to experience the next generation of compute cloud, developed, funded and owned in the EU, go straight to the tutorial, or get in touch on our Discord or by booking a meeting!