All the Ways Europe Is Ditching American Technology (opens original article in a new tab)

European governments and organizations are increasing efforts to reduce reliance on American technology, driven by political tensions and concerns over data control, with several adopting open-source or local alternatives.

• Europe is accelerating moves to reduce dependence on US tech due to political and data control concerns.
• Several European entities are switching to open-source or local alternatives like Qwant, LaSuite, and Euro-Office.
• The shift is part of broader 'digital sovereignty' efforts, though US tech still dominates many digital sectors.