The DFINITY Foundation has introduced Cloud Engines, a sovereign cloud platform designed to support AI workloads and maintain operations during cyberattacks or data center outages. The platform operates on the Internet Computer network and allows organizations to deploy private subnets with custom node provider and hardware configurations.
The system utilizes canisters to bundle code and state, while supporting features such as HTTPS outcalls and verifiable randomness for AI applications. Early-access testing is currently underway, with a commercial release scheduled for mid-November 2026. Developers can access the platform via coupons distributed through opencloud.org starting the week of November 10, 2026.
The project follows a revenue-sharing model known as Mission 70. Under this framework, 20% of revenue generated by Cloud Engines is allocated to buy back and burn ICP tokens, while the remaining 80% is distributed to node providers. The initiative was first announced in November 2025 as part of the Internet Computer 2.0 update, with initial pilot testing conducted in Switzerland in January 2026.
DFINITY is positioning the platform as an alternative to major cloud providers like AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure, focusing on data sovereignty and interoperability. While the platform is in its early stages, the company intends for the revenue-linked token burn to impact the supply of ICP. Future success will be measured by the commercial launch schedule and the volume of enterprise adoption.
