Russian data centers ordered to save 10% of capacity for state use following new Putin orders
- Putin orders private data centres to reserve 10% of their capacity for state use
- State authorities can request reserved computing resources with 24 hours' notice
- Private operators retain ownership while the government gains access to reserved capacity
Russian President Vladimir Putin has directed privately operated data centres to make part of their computing resources available for government information systems.
The measure requires affected facilities to set aside 10% of their capacity, giving authorities access when state digital services require additional computing resources.
According to Russian media outlet Astra, the directive appeared on the country's official legal information website on November 2 2026, introducing a strict implementation deadline.
Moscow tightens controls
Operators have been given 10 days to meet the new requirement, although they can continue using the reserved resources during ordinary business operations.
A special government subcommission will determine when the state can demand access, with facilities required to provide...
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