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Datasciences Corporation Webinar: Navigating the Sovereignty Gap through the Practical Application of AI

TOPIC

Navigating the Sovereignty Gap through the Practical Application of AI

SPEAKER(S)

Rudolf van der Gryp (Senior Business Development Consultant)

SPEAKER(S) BIO

Rudolf van der Gryp is a seasoned ICT specialist focused on the strategic architecture and implementation of enterprise-grade digital solutions. With a career rooted in infrastructure resilience and data integrity, Rudolf focuses on bridging the Sovereignty Gap in the AI era. He advocates shifting from high-risk, public LLMs to private, institutional ecosystems—leveraging advanced technology to protect intellectual property and ensure data residency compliance. Rudolf provides a pragmatic approach for educational institutions to deploy high-impact AI services.

Rudolf.vandergryp@datasciences.co.za

ABSTRACT

This webinar addresses the critical Sovereignty Gap created by global “open” LLMs. We also explore two high-impact use cases in which data sovereignty is critical. The session concludes by highlighting how the right architectural foundation enables the high-performance, secure, and scalable infrastructure required for truly sovereign AI.

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Date
17 Feb 2026
Expired!
Time
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Local Time

  • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Date: 17 Feb 2026
  • Time: 3:00 am - 4:00 am
Location
Online via MS Teams
Organizer
Liezel Prophitius
Email liezel@heitsa.ac.za