Finland’s data center boom raises national security concerns amid political disputes and calls for stricter oversight

Finland is poised to become a major hub for data centers, with over a hundred projects expected in the coming years, driven by the country’s cool climate and affordable electricity. However, the Finnish Security Intelligence Service (Supo) has raised concerns that the economic benefits of these investments may overshadow potential national security risks, particularly when foreign operators are involved. The warnings have reignited political debate, with former Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman claiming that his earlier concerns were dismissed before being validated by Supo.