Across Europe, conversations are taking place about reducing dependence on US tech and moving towards European technology solutions. In a world which at times feels like it has shifted on its axis, it’s becoming clear that this movement is about more than just technology. The shift away from US tech is about reducing reliance and protecting infrastructure, but also about protecting the fundamental principles that define us as a society. Europe’s focus on data privacy, transparency, and democratic values can often feel in direct conflict with the US approach. In this article, we look at what’s at stake and what Europe is doing about it.
