Turkey’s national AI platform EVREN exceeds 8,000 users
The national Turkish artificial intelligence (AI) platform EVREN, developed under the Presidency of Defence Industries (SSB), has rapidly achieved more than 8,000 active users.
The initiative is a key component of Turkey' s strategy to strengthen the country' s technological independence and ensure digital data sovereignty, underscoring the importance of nationally developed technology solutions for critical infrastructure and defence. EVREN represents a strategic move for Turkey to reduce its reliance on foreign technology within the field of artificial intelligence.
The platform is designed to offer a robust and secure infrastructure for the development and implementation of AI applications across various sectors.
By providing a national solution, Turkey is addressing the need for full control over its own data and algorithms, particularly in sensitive areas such as defence and public administration. The fact that the platform has been developed under the Presidency of Defence Industries highlights its strategic significance.
The SSB is the primary institution responsible for Turkey' s defence-industrial development, procurement, and technological transformation.
Their involvement indicates that EVREN is not merely a general AI platform, but one intended to support national security objectives and foster innovation within defence technology.
This contributes to the integration of advanced AI into military and security-related applications. The concept of technological independence is central to many nations that wish to secure their position in the digital age.
For Turkey, this means building the capacity to develop and maintain its own digital infrastructure and software, rather than depending on foreign suppliers.
Data sovereignty refers to a nation' s right to regulate and control data generated and stored within its borders.
With EVREN, Turkey intends to ensure that all data processed by the platform remains within national borders and is subject to Turkish legislation, which is especially important for state institutions and critical sectors.
This minimises the risk of data breaches, unauthorised access, or external political influence. The fact that EVREN has reached over 8,000 active users in a short period is a sign of the platform' s rapid adoption and relevance.
This user count suggests a significant need among Turkish institutions, researchers, and developers for a national AI solution.
A growing user base will accelerate the development of new AI applications, foster competence building, and create an ecosystem for innovation within artificial intelligence in Turkey.
This could have positive ripple effects for universities, private companies, and government agencies seeking to leverage AI for efficiency and new services. Although the platform is rooted in the defence industry, the potential for EVREN extends far beyond military applications.
A national AI platform can support the digitalisation of public services, improve efficiency in the industrial sector, and contribute to development in areas such as healthcare, transport, and energy.
By providing a common platform, Turkey can standardise approaches to AI development, share best practices, and thus accelerate the general technological maturity of the country.
This also provides opportunities for Turkish companies to develop competitive AI solutions for export. The development of EVREN places Turkey among the countries investing heavily in nationally owned and controlled AI infrastructure.
This trend is evident globally, as nations recognise AI as a critical technology for both economic growth and national security.
For international partners, including NATO countries and Europe, Turkey' s focus on national AI represents an increased capacity that may be relevant for cooperation in research and development, given the strict requirements for data protection and sovereignty.
Source: TRT Haber
