Emiel Brok, Author at SUSE Communities

May 7, 2026 7:38 am

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The Black Box Crisis: Why We Are Reclaiming Our Energy Sovereignty

As your Global Sovereignty Ambassador, I often talk about data and software, but we cannot ignore the physical reality of the systems that keep our lights on. During a recent high-level briefing, a stark truth was laid bare: our energy infrastructure is being held hostage by "black boxes." What is Sovereignty for the […]

Categories: Corporate, Digital Sovereignty, SUSE Blog

By: Emiel Brok

March 13, 2026 6:14 am

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Your SUSECON 26 Sovereignty Guide: The Sessions That Will Change How You Think About Control

As we prepare to gather in Prague this April for SUSECON 26, I am frequently asked a specific question: "Is Digital Sovereignty just a European regulation story?" My answer is always a categorical no. As Global Sovereignty Ambassador, I talk to organizations in Singapore, Sao Paulo, and Seattle every week. The pattern is […]

By: Emiel Brok

March 3, 2026 6:29 pm

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The Boardroom Shield: Why Strategic Ownership is Your First Line of Defense

Sovereignty as resilience In the complex geopolitical landscape of 2026, the definition of "corporate resilience" has undergone a fundamental transformation. For the modern Board of Directors, risk management is no longer confined to financial solvency or cybersecurity posture; it now encompasses the very foundation of the digital stack. As organizations increasingly migrate critical […]

Categories: Corporate, Digital Sovereignty, SUSE Blog

By: Emiel Brok

February 26, 2026 8:45 pm

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Beyond the “EU Fortress”: Why Strategic Sovereignty is the New Global Standard for Enterprise Resilience

Strategic Resilience I know what most people think when they hear "sovereignty." They think Brussels. They think regulations. They think it's a European thing. It's not. Or at least, not anymore. In 2026, sovereignty is a matter of survival. Whether you’re a tech leader in New York, Singapore or Sã[…]

Categories: Corporate, Digital Sovereignty, Solutions, SUSE Blog, Website

By: Emiel Brok

February 3, 2026 3:58 pm

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From Policy to Proof: Cracking the ‘Black Box’ of Digital Sovereignty

For years, digital sovereignty felt like a “tomorrow” problem. A complex box to check for the legal department. But now that we are in 2026, the conversation has shifted. It is no longer just about compliance; it is about whether you’re allowed to compete in your own market. With Forrester predicting that […]

Categories: Corporate, Digital Sovereignty, SUSE Blog