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Europe Pushes for Digital Sovereignty Amid US Dominance

8/18/2025

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European cloud providers, such as OVHCloud, assert they can guarantee data sovereignty, unlike US firms dominating 70% of the market.
Rising concerns about a potential US "kill switch" have intensified discussions on digital sovereignty in Europe.
European public bodies are seeking alternatives to US technology, facing challenges from limited local options.
Germany and Denmark are piloting open-source solutions, signaling a gradual move towards technological independence.

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European cloud providers, such as OVHCloud, assert they can guarantee data sovereignty, unlike US firms dominating 70% of the market.
Rising concerns about a potential US "kill switch" have intensified discussions on digital sovereignty in Europe.
European public bodies are seeking alternatives to US technology, facing challenges from limited local options.
Germany and Denmark are piloting open-source solutions, signaling a gradual move towards technological independence.