Can the EU Break Free from US Tech Dominance?

The European Union is restructuring its digital infrastructure to reduce its 80% reliance on non-EU technology providers, addressing vulnerabilities from extraterritorial jurisdiction and economic sanctions. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasizes the need for technological autonomy to maintain operational continuity. Concerns about data privacy and US surveillance, highlighted by the Patriot Act and Edward Snowden's revelations, drive this initiative. The EU's digital market is concentrated, with US companies dominating cloud computing. To mitigate risks, EU nations are adopting open-source software and developing domestic platforms. The European Parliament directs the European Commission to reduce reliance on foreign providers, aligning with the upcoming Cloud and AI Development Act.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.