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Europe moves to ditch US software and build sovereign tech stacks fast

Technology
Published on 27 April 2026
Europe moves to ditch US software and build sovereign tech stacks fast

It is about security guarantees, not just independence

Across Europe, governments are accelerating plans to rely less on American software providers and more on “sovereign” alternatives. The push blends data sovereignty, supply-chain risk concerns, and demands for stricter security assurances. While the goal is independence, officials must navigate interoperability, cost, and time—making the transition as political as it is technical.

  • Governments want less dependence on American software providers
  • The shift centers on data and security sovereignty
  • Supply-chain risk is driving urgency across public services
  • Interoperability and costs could slow adoption
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