The partners will leverage Telia’s and Brookfield’s prior AI work to position Sweden as a leader in AI by tapping into KTH’s research ecosystem.

An AI test bed and venture-creation activities will be explored, hosted by KTH, linked to Brookfield’s multibillion-krona AI infrastructure program and Telia Cygate’s system integration role.

Telia Cygate will operate and deliver sovereign AI services on Brookfield’s AI infrastructure, which comes with Brookfield’s pledge to invest up to SEK 95 billion (about $10 billion) in Sweden’s AI infrastructure.

The partnership aligns with Sweden’s broader goals for long-term technology leadership and aims to attract talent, investment, and research to the country.

Plans include creating an AI test bed and AI ventures hosted by KTH, giving researchers access to advanced technologies and helping entrepreneurs bring innovations to market more quickly.

A memorandum of understanding has been signed among Telia, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and Brookfield to build sovereign AI capabilities in Sweden, combining Telia’s secure networks, KTH’s research strengths, and Brookfield’s infrastructure investments.

KTH is highlighted as Sweden’s largest technical university with a strong global presence and active AI and innovation programs, including initiatives like KTH Innovation.

The collaboration aims to develop scalable sovereign AI services, including large language model–based solutions and KTH-developed software, targeting healthcare, education, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure.

Key quotes emphasize the urgency of sovereign tech, the importance of partnerships, and the objective of strengthening Europe’s AI leadership.

The initiative is designed to accelerate innovation, attract talent and capital, and strengthen Europe’s AI ecosystem while expanding access to cutting-edge AI technologies for Swedish researchers and entrepreneurs.

Background materials describe Telia as a leading Nordic-Baltic telecom operator, KTH’s historical academic strengths, and Brookfield Asset Management’s global AI infrastructure footprint.

The initiative is framed as a step to reinforce Sweden’s and Europe’s competitiveness in advanced digital technologies and AI.