NodeX Cloud
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | NODEXCLOUD AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 150 000 |
| Project duration | January 2026 - April 2026 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | Advanced digitalization - Industrial needs-driven innovation |
| Call | Collaborations with the US in AI, digital infrastructure and cyber security |
Purpose and goal
The project aims to establish a strategic innovation collaboration with Prof. Roman Beck at Bentley University to develop Europe´s first regulation-compliant decentralized cloud storage platform. Goals include strengthening NodeX Cloud´s technology roadmap, validating the approach with US enterprise customers, and positioning Sweden as a leader in sovereign digital infrastructure aligned with the EU´s Digital Decade initiative.
Expected effects and result
Expected results include: governance framework with ethical guidelines, US market analysis identifying 15-20 target organizations, 24-month technology roadmap with post-quantum cryptography strategy, 1-2 research papers submitted to top conferences in the next 24 months, and a complete Step 2 application for continued bilateral collaboration. Effects include strengthened transatlantic partnerships and improved investment readiness.
Planned approach and implementation
The project is implemented in three phases: Phase 1 (February): Preparation with governance framework outline, market research, and meeting scheduling. Phase 2 (February, 2 weeks in US): Intensive collaboration at Bentley University, 12-15 customer meetings, Boston ecosystem integration, and joint research development. Phase 3 (March-April): Completion of deliverables, research paper planning, and Step 2 application. Weekly meetings ensure continuous coordination.