Skyddspolisen Alerts on Data Center Risks in Finland
Skyddspolisen highlights risks associated with over 100 data centers under construction in Finland, calling for regulatory reform. A proposed law aims to enhance government oversight of foreign investments in critical infrastructure due to potential threats from authoritarian states.

Over 100 data centers are currently under construction in Finland, raising concerns from Skyddspolisen regarding potential ownership by authoritarian states such as China and Russia. A proposed amendment to the corporate acquisition law seeks to improve early-stage transparency for authorities regarding these data center projects.
The lack of ownership disclosure can obscure connections to foreign interests, complicating risk assessment. Notably, incidents such as the Dutch police seizing 800 servers in May, linked to cyberattacks by Russian hackers, underscore the tangible risks involved. The situation necessitates stronger regulations to mitigate potential threats to national security and international relations.




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