{"id":137858,"date":"2026-04-20T12:32:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T11:32:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intelligentcio.com\/me\/?p=137858"},"modified":"2026-07-15T16:20:32","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T15:20:32","slug":"resilience-in-the-age-of-ai-securing-the-hybrid-cloud-with-veeam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intelligentcio.com\/me\/2026\/04\/20\/resilience-in-the-age-of-ai-securing-the-hybrid-cloud-with-veeam\/","title":{"rendered":"Resilience in the Age of AI: Securing the Hybrid Cloud with Veeam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In this interview, Amin Hanafir, Sales Director for Middle East and CIS at Veeam, discusses how the Veeam Data Platform helps organisations achieve cyber-resilience and recover from ransomware attacks. The interview highlights the recent launch of Agent Commander, which gives enterprises control over AI agents, and explains how the acquisition of Securiti AI strengthens Veeam’s portfolio for data security and compliance. The interview covers Veeam Data Cloud adoption in the region, the company’s partner ecosystem and how organisations can safely adopt AI at scale while maintaining data protection across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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Amin Hanafir, Sales Director for Middle East and CIS at Veeam<\/strong><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

As organisations across the region double down on cyber-resilience and ransomware recovery, how does the Veeam Data Platform help customers bounce back?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When we examine the architecture of true cyber-resilience, the objective is clear: enabling organisations to recover with both velocity and absolute certainty. It is a matter of ensuring that data remains untainted, fortified and primed to restore commercial momentum at a moment\u2019s notice. Through the Veeam Data Platform, enterprises are equipped to execute accelerated recovery protocols following a critical disruption, whether that stems from a targeted ransomware campaign or a systemic infrastructure outage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This level of market trust is sustained through a commitment to continuous innovation. A definitive example of this is the recent unveiling of Agent Commander, a sophisticated solution designed to empower the enterprise with the requisite oversight to govern AI agents effectively. By establishing these guardrails, we ensure that emerging technologies remain an asset rather than an unmanaged risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ultimately, our mission is to deliver comprehensive operational assurance. By securing the data layer, we provide organisations with the peace of mind to focus on strategic evolution and future growth. The goal is to move beyond the anxieties of historical breaches or potential threats, allowing leadership to focus squarely on what lies ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many enterprises are accelerating AI initiatives while tightening security controls. How is Veeam helping customers adopt \u2018safe AI at scale\u2019? What role does data resilience play in ensuring AI workloads remain protected, portable, and recoverable across hybrid and multi\u2011cloud environments?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ubiquity of Artificial Intelligence has created a modern paradox: while the drive for rapid deployment is universal, it must be balanced against the absolute necessity of robust security protocols. This intersection is where Veeam\u2019s strategic value becomes most apparent. By integrating Securiti AI into our ecosystem, we have established a sophisticated, unified platform that bridges the gap between traditional data protection and contemporary AI trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our framework ensures that whether workloads are deployed in the cloud or managed on-premises, both data assets and AI models remain resilient and secure. By aligning these technologies with rigorous internal policies and external regulatory requirements, we enable enterprises to innovate at scale without compromising their compliance posture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the recent acquisition of Securiti AI, how is Veeam strengthening its portfolio to address emerging challenges in data security and compliance?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The integration of Securiti AI into our strategic framework represents a significant advancement in our technological capabilities. We are now providing our clients with the comprehensive ability to safeguard their data, oversee privacy, and enforce security protocols alongside AI trust, all within a singular, unified environment. This consolidation is essential for modern enterprises navigating the complexities of a digitised landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By leveraging Securiti AI, we are specifically addressing the inherent risks associated with the deployment of autonomous AI agents. Our approach ensures that organisations retain absolute sovereignty over their data, regardless of how their technical stack evolves. It is about providing a future-proof foundation that grants full control, ensuring that as AI becomes more autonomous, it remains fundamentally secure and aligned with the enterprise’s core objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Veeam is known for its strong partner and alliance ecosystem. Can you share how this network helps drive innovation and customer success in the region?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The strength of our ecosystem comprising our Alliance Network, sovereign service providers, and hyperscalers, serves as a primary strategic advantage for Veeam. By maintaining a deep, collaborative synergy with both regional and global partners, we are uniquely positioned to deliver bespoke solutions tailored precisely to the intricate demands of our clientele.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ultimately, our philosophy is rooted in providing organisations with unparalleled choice and high-calibre support. In a market defined by volatility, this collaborative approach ensures that our solutions remain agile, aligning perfectly with the evolving business requirements and technical complexities our customers face daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are you seeing in terms of Veeam Data Cloud (VDC) adoption in the region? How are customers leveraging VDC for digital transformation and resilience?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The adoption of the Veeam Data Cloud is gaining significant traction across the region, reflecting a broader market shift towards maturity. We are observing a growing number of organisations migrating to SaaS-based backup and recovery models, primarily driven by the need for operational efficiency. By offloading the complexities of traditional infrastructure, enterprises are finding that they can streamline their digital overheads considerably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The appeal of this model lies in its inherent simplicity and robust architecture. With compliance protocols natively integrated and deployment timelines drastically reduced, the Veeam Data Cloud ensures that critical data remains perpetually available. This transition allows IT departments to pivot from reactive maintenance to strategic oversight, confident that their data residency and availability requirements are being met with rigorous precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What makes Veeam special compared to other data protection vendors, especially in today\u2019s rapidly evolving IT landscape?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Veeam\u2019s position as a market leader is a direct result of our relentless pursuit of innovation and our singular focus on data resilience. Our platform provides enterprises with the essential toolkit for the modern age: instantaneous recovery capabilities, robust ransomware protection, and, critically, the ability to deploy trustworthy AI at scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our architectural philosophy differs fundamentally from the competition by prioritising total freedom for the customer, avoiding the constraints of vendor lock-in. With over 500,000 organisations worldwide now entrusting their digital assets to our care, we remain both humbled and invigorated. It is a testament to our efficacy that global enterprises continue to select us as their primary partner in the pursuit of absolute data resiliency.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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