Understanding Europe: Digital Sovereignty

Digital Sovereignty is an elusive term which can be defined in various ways. In this episode, Brendan and Charelle sat down with Dr. Mariëlle Wijermars, an expert in the field, to discuss the term Digital Sovereignty and the wider ramifications the concept has on the world. Link to sources: Interview with EVP Commissioner Margrethe Vestager Secondary sources: Laura DeNardis (2014) The global war for internet governance Nothias, T. (2020). Access granted: Facebook’s free basics in Africa. Media, Culture & Society, 42(3), 329-348.