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Europe's Tech Future: Embracing Sovereignty Amid US Pressure

2/4/2026

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Martin Hullin, Director of the Network for Technological Resilience and Sovereignty, spoke with FRANCE 24 about digital sovereignty.
He said US political pressure through big tech firms gives Europe a chance to explore funding alternatives.
He advocates a strategic approach to ensure technology serves society rather than dominating it.
This perspective highlights the importance of redefining technology's role in European society.

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Martin Hullin, Director of the Network for Technological Resilience and Sovereignty, spoke with FRANCE 24 about digital sovereignty.
He said US political pressure through big tech firms gives Europe a chance to explore funding alternatives.
He advocates a strategic approach to ensure technology serves society rather than dominating it.
This perspective highlights the importance of redefining technology's role in European society.