In a world where geopolitical tensions are increasing, we are frequently asked whether the Tygron Platform depends on American cloud providers. In this blog, we explain why this is not the case and how we have deliberately chosen complete independence.
Digital Ecosystem
The motivation for independence from US cloud providers
The core of the decision to develop the Tygron Platform independently of US cloud providers lies in the Patriot Act, which was introduced in 2001 in response to the September 11 attacks.
This law gives the US government the authority to demand access to data processed by US companies and their subsidiaries - even if that data is physically stored in Europe.
This means that data processed via US cloud services is subject to US legislation. US companies are required to hand over data, regardless of location. For Tygron, this is not workable.
Data ownership and privacy as a core value
For Tygron, data ownership and privacy are essential core values, making this an unacceptable approach. Want to learn more about the core values of the Tygron Platform? See our Privacy Policy.
Setting Up an Independent Cloud Environment
Many organizations choose American cloud solutions like Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS) because they make it easy to set up a scalable IT infrastructure. These cloud solutions take care of much of the complex management.
Setting up an independent cloud environment means you must consider the following tasks:
Hardware management – Purchasing, installing, and maintaining servers in a private data center.
Scalability – Ensuring computing power and storage capacity grow with demand.
Security and compliance – Meeting security standards, authentication, firewalls, and data protection certifications.
Maintenance and updates – Regular software updates, security patches, and backups.
Usability and integration – Developing APIs and tools for seamless application and data integration.
In short, a good cloud solution takes care of the heavy lifting behind the scenes, allowing users to focus on their workflows and applications instead of infrastructure management.
Although using major cloud providers like Microsoft Azure or Amazon may seem attractive, we have deliberately chosen an independent path with the Tygron Platform.
The Tygron Platform provides a complete and independent cloud solution that manages all essential elements – from computing power and scalability to security and compliance – allowing users to fully focus on their workflows and applications.
The power of the Tygron Platform
The Tygron Platform is renowned for its unmatched computing power for integrating, improving, simulating, and sharing spatial data. To achieve this, the Tygron team has developed a custom cloud-based supercomputer.
This cloud environment is fully self-managed, ensuring maximum control over performance, security, and data protection. This was not the easiest path for Tygron, but it is the safest in terms of privacy and data protection.
Security and independence: the measures taken by the Tygron Platform
The Tygron Platform combines technical and organizational measures to keep data and intelligence outside the influence of U.S. legislation.
Technical Measures
Encryption and security protocols – Advanced SSL encryption and the latest TLS versions protect data during transmission and storage.
Firewalls and access restrictions – Specialized firewalls prevent unauthorized access; only approved IP addresses are allowed.
Penetration and vulnerability testing – Regular security tests identify and fix weaknesses.
Organizational Measures
ISO 27001 certification – Confirms our commitment to high security standards.
Data management – Users retain full control over their own data; Tygron does not use data for other purposes.
Confidentiality and access control – Domain administrators can manage access rights; two-factor authentication is available.
Backup and recovery strategy – Weekly backups are stored on servers in the Netherlands.
GDPR compliance – The platform complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and reports data breaches in accordance with the law.
For more information on the Tygron Platform security policy, see here: https://support.tygron.com/wiki/Platform_security
Conclusion
By investing in our own cloud environment and operating fully independently, the Tygron Platform provides a secure, powerful, and future-proof solution for our users.
At Tygron, we believe in full control over data, privacy, and performance. That is why we do not use American cloud providers – and that is a deliberate choice.
