Key Takeaways:

• Swisscom has introduced beem, the a sovereign SASE service fully embedded in a telco network, powered by Versa’s Sovereign SASE platform.
• beem delivers unified cybersecurity and connectivity services, hosted entirely within Swisscom’s infrastructure and governed by Swiss data protection regulations.
• The solution eliminates the need for external agents or overlays, enabling secure, Zero Trust access for devices including smartphones and IoT endpoints.

Swisscom, Switzerland’s leading telecommunications and IT provider, has partnered with Versa to launch beem, a converged networking and cybersecurity service hosted entirely within Swisscom’s national infrastructure. Powered by Versa’s Sovereign SASE architecture, beem represents a global first: a fully telco-delivered SASE platform that is natively embedded into both fixed and mobile networks.

Unlike traditional solutions that depend on third-party SaaS tools or require software agents, beem delivers integrated security through the network itself. With no apps or VPNs required, devices authenticate at the network level—starting from the SIM card—enabling seamless Zero Trust access and native identity-aware controls.

“beem brings together the simplicity of network-based protection with the strategic control of sovereign infrastructure,” said Egon Steinkasserer, Chief Technology Officer B2B at Swisscom. “Powered by Versa, it allows us to offer integrated internet connectivity and cybersecurity services with full data sovereignty.”

Versa’s Sovereign SASE platform, which supports this deployment, enables Swisscom to deliver carrier-grade secure access services from its own infrastructure. The platform provides a complete suite of services—including SD-WAN, Zero Trust, and Secure Service Edge (SSE)—while maintaining end-to-end control, regulatory compliance, and operational transparency.

“With beem, Swisscom is redefining what it means to be a telco in the digital era,” said Apurva Mehta, Chief Technical Officer at Versa. “This launch sets a blueprint for how national carriers can deliver secure, high-performance access services while retaining full sovereignty over data and operations.”

Why beem Matters

• First of Its Kind: Swisscom is the first telecom operator globally to embed SASE directly into its network infrastructure, offering high-assurance, low-friction access without third-party security layers.
• True Sovereignty: beem is fully operated and governed in Switzerland, offering complete data residency and alignment with regional regulations like GDPR and NIS2.
• Unified Connectivity and Security: With Versa Sovereign SASE, beem consolidates networking and security into a single modular platform, reducing complexity and accelerating enterprise adoption.
• Scalable for All Businesses: beem is built to serve small businesses, critical infrastructure providers, and public sector agencies alike—enabling secure access at every scale.

One of the most innovative aspects of beem is its native compatibility with mobile devices and IoT. By embedding access policies and identity authentication at the SIM card level, Swisscom removes the need for dedicated apps or tunneling protocols. This simplifies deployment and maintenance while delivering strong, identity-aware security from the moment a device connects.

Global Implications

beem not only positions Swisscom as one of the first movers in sovereign network services, but also signals a shift in how telcos globally may approach security and connectivity. As data sovereignty and regulatory scrutiny intensify, Versa’s Sovereign SASE provides a repeatable model for national providers looking to modernize infrastructure while preserving control.

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