Soverli’s architecture allows multiple operating systems to operate simultaneously on a single device, creating a hardened environment that is logically isolated from Android or iOS. This design enables organizations to maintain operational continuity during cyber incidents, misconfigurations, or targeted attacks affecting the primary mobile OS. By separating critical applications into an independent software stack, the platform reduces reliance on the security posture of consumer operating systems alone.
Early adoption of the technology is focused on mission-critical use cases, particularly within the public sector. Emergency services, law enforcement agencies, and firefighting units are among the first groups testing the platform, where uninterrupted communication and system availability are essential. By isolating essential workflows from the main operating system, these users can continue operating even if Android experiences failures or security breaches. The same isolation model is also relevant for journalists and human rights workers, who face elevated surveillance risks and require secure communication channels that remain protected under hostile conditions.
According to Soverli’s leadership, the platform represents a shift in how mobile security is approached. Rather than assuming that the primary operating system will always remain secure, the company’s model is built around resilience and continuity. The sovereign layer is designed to stay operational even when Android is compromised, while still allowing users to retain the familiar smartphone experience they expect.
Beyond government and critical infrastructure use cases, the platform is gaining attention from enterprises exploring secure bring-your-own-device programs.
The technology allows employees to maintain a personal smartphone environment alongside a tightly controlled business workspace. This separation helps protect sensitive corporate data without intruding on personal privacy or limiting device functionality. The system integrates with mobile device management tools and incorporates auditable verification mechanisms to strengthen identity protection and compliance.
The underlying technology was developed over four years at ETH Zurich and does not require specialized hardware modifications.
Engineers designed the system to minimize the attack surface for sensitive applications while encrypting data within the isolated operating system. Users can switch between Android and the sovereign environment in milliseconds, balancing usability with enhanced security. Demonstrations have shown secure messaging applications operating inside the sovereign layer, remaining confidential even if the main OS is compromised.
Soverli’s approach aligns with Europe’s broader push toward digital sovereignty, particularly in areas where governments and enterprises demand auditable and trustworthy infrastructure.
Smartphones, often considered a weak link in enterprise security, are increasingly being re-evaluated as platforms capable of supporting sovereign-grade protection without sacrificing usability.
Backed by $2.6 million in pre-seed funding, the company plans to expand its engineering team, deepen partnerships with device manufacturers, and scale integrations with enterprise productivity tools. Investors believe the technology could redefine mobile security expectations, positioning smartphones as resilient platforms capable of operating securely even in the face of OS-level compromise.
