Europe pushes digital sovereignty, drops big tech

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Many European countries are now using different digital services. They want to stop using tools from big US technology companies.

This move is for \"digital sovereignty\" and data privacy worries. Governments fear US companies could cut off access to their tools.

France will replace US video tools for government workers by 2027. They will use Visio, their own video conference system, for security.

There is now strong support to reduce risk from US tech companies. An incident with the ICC showed companies could stop services suddenly.

Countries are choosing open source software like LibreOffice for work. This helps them be independent and also saves money on licenses.

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Why are European countries changing their digital services?

They want to stop using tools from big US technology companies.

What is the goal of this change?

The goal is for 'digital sovereignty' and to address data privacy worries.

What will France use instead of US video tools?

France will use Visio, their own video conference system, by 2027.

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