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Rackspace Technology has earned VMware Sovereign Cloud Partner status for its UK Sovereign Services, strengthening its position in data-sovereign cloud infrastructure for regulated sectors. The designation confirms that Rackspace\u2019s UK-based private cloud meets strict requirements for data residency, jurisdictional control, and security. 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