GEOPOLITICS2 May 2026· 9 min
European Tech Sovereignty: Where Does Europe Really Stand in 2025?
Europe controls less than 4% of global cloud infrastructure yet ambitions to lead the next digital decade. A deep dive into the real state of European tech sovereignty — the gaps, the gains, and the strategic stakes.
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