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EU Cybersecurity Chief Calls for Private Cloud Innovation

1/5/2026

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Miguel De Bruycker, director of the Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium, says full EU data storage is unrealistic due to US dominance.
He argues EU AI regulations hinder innovation and investment, drawing backlash from domestic and US stakeholders.
De Bruycker proposes the EU back private initiatives to strengthen cloud computing and digital identification, urging collaboration like Airbus.
He emphasizes building European capabilities rather than merely opposing US tech giants.

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Miguel De Bruycker, director of the Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium, says full EU data storage is unrealistic due to US dominance.
He argues EU AI regulations hinder innovation and investment, drawing backlash from domestic and US stakeholders.
De Bruycker proposes the EU back private initiatives to strengthen cloud computing and digital identification, urging collaboration like Airbus.
He emphasizes building European capabilities rather than merely opposing US tech giants.