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Canberra, Australia - May 15, 2025 - Trellis Data, a leading Australian artificial intelligence company, applauds the Albanese government's recognition of sovereign capability as a policy priority for its second term. The Department of Industry, Science and Resources' new responsibility for "Economic security and sovereign capability as it relates to Australian industry, science and resources" aligns with Trellis Data's long-held position on the critical role of sovereign AI capability to unlock new opportunities for innovation and build resilience.
"We are excited to see the government taking concrete steps towards prioritising sovereign capability," said Michael Gately, CEO of Trellis Data. "We hope this new policy priority will explicitly recognise the importance of sovereign AI capability in promoting economic security and national interests, particularly in today's increasingly complex and uncertain global landscape."
By adopting Australian-made AI solutions, the government can demonstrate its commitment to national security, protect sensitive information and intellectual property, and support the development of AI tools designed by Australians for Australians. Since 2018, Trellis Data has been at the forefront of developing secure, disconnected AI applications for government and commercial enterprises.
The benefits of Sovereign AI Capability for Australia include:
Enhance national security by reducing reliance on foreign AI systems and data
Protect sensitive information and intellectual property from unauthorised access
Promote economic growth and innovation by developing a domestic AI industry
Improve the competitiveness of Australian businesses in the global market
Ensure AI systems are developed and deployed in a way that aligns with Australian values and interests
Furthermore, investing in local AI capabilities can create high-skill jobs, drive technological innovation, and build a more resilient and adaptable economy. By using Australian-made AI solutions, sensitive information can be kept onshore, reducing the risk of data breaches by malicious actors overseas and preserving the things that make Australia unique.
Trellis Data's bespoke and sovereign AI solutions, including Trellis Secure Chat, Trellis Secure Speech, and Trellis Secure Vision, are designed to operate in a disconnected environment, ensuring sensitive data remains on-premises and under the control of customers. These solutions leverage Trellis Data's unique AI research and development capabilities, which have yielded several world-first innovations, including the first real-time explainer of Deep Neural Networks (2019) and the fastest Large Language Model (LLM) decoder, D3 (2024), enabling faster results and delivering up to 68.4% less power consumption.
"We look forward to working closely with the government and other local partners to develop and deploy sovereign AI capabilities that meet the needs of Australian organisations and promote economic security and national interests," said Mr Gately. "We are committed to playing a leading role in this effort, delivering secure, efficient, and tailored AI solutions that unlock new possibilities for innovation and growth."
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About Trellis Data
Trellis Data is a cutting-edge artificial intelligence company specialising in delivering secure, disconnected AI applications for customers with high-security requirements. Our mission is to empower organisations to unlock the true potential of AI, while maintaining control over their sensitive data and ensuring the highest standards of security and compliance. We provide bespoke AI solutions for enterprise, with flexible deployment options, including secure cloud, disconnected on-premises, as well as hardware integration such as digital mobile radios.