EU finalizes tech sovereignty package to reduce reliance on US technology
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Mathieu Pollet
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Summary
The European Commission is finalizing a package of measures to boost the EU's tech sovereignty and reduce reliance on American technology companies. The initiative targets four key areas: data centers, artificial intelligence, microchips, and software. The package, expected to be published on June 3, aims to strengthen Europe's digital independence and competitiveness in critical technology sectors where the bloc currently depends heavily on US providers.
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4 ways Europe wants to wean off US tech
The European Commission is finalizing a package that aims to reduce the bloc's reliance on American data centers, artificial intelligence, microchips and software.
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