European Values are being Rewritten by U.S. Big Tech | Digital Sovereignty, Geopolitics, AI & Ethics

U.S. Big Tech is reshaping Europe — from culture and language to regulation, geopolitics, and digital identity. In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda break down how American platforms, AI systems, and tech power are influencing the European Union’s values, sovereignty, and future.We explore:Why U.S. tech companies dominate European digital infrastructureHow American social media standards are shifting European culture and linguistic diversityThe impact of AI models built on U.S. values and biasesWhether the EU can still preserve its cultural identity in a digital-first worldHow geopolitics, NATO, security, and economic dependence tie Europe even closer to the U.S.The controversial EU “digital omnibus” deregulation effortWhether Europe is too late to build its own sovereign technology stack⏰Chapters 00:00 The Impact of US Tech on European Values06:57 Tech Players and Their Influence15:18 Geopolitical Implications of Tech20:37 Affordability Crises and Geopolitical Implications23:16 EU's Stance on Climate Change and Global Conflicts26:04 Cultural Values and Nationalism in Europe28:32 Technology Sovereignty and European Identity36:01 The Future of European Values in a Globalized World📌 Stay Connected🔗 Website: rethinkingtech.co📰 Substack: rethinktech.substack.com🎧 Spotify: Rethinking Tech🍏 Apple Podcasts: Rethinking Tech📸 Instagram: @rethinking_tech💼 LinkedIn: Rethinking Tech Podcast👉 Subscribe for more deep dives into protests, politics, tech, and global power struggles.