Translated with AI from the Russian original.
Starting September 1, 2027, a ban on the use of foreign corporate cloud software for storing and processing personal data may come into force in Russia. This is stated in a letter from the Minister of Digital Development, Maksut Shadaev, to the Minister of Industry, Anton Alikhanov, which "Vedomosti" has reviewed.
The restrictions will not affect small and medium-sized businesses, individual entrepreneurs, and individuals. It concerns a phased ban for large companies, including those with state participation.
A complete blocking of foreign platforms is not planned, but the use of services such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud in the corporate environment is intended to be reduced due to the risk of data loss and loss of access to infrastructure.
The Ministry of Digital Development proposes developing relevant draft laws by May 2026 in conjunction with the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Similar measures have already been in place for government structures since 2024.
The transition to domestic cloud solutions will increase the country's digital independence and reduce the risk of sudden disconnection from critical services, which many Russian companies have already faced. It is expected that the new ban will stimulate the development of the Russian IT sector and increase demand for local cloud platforms.
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