GEOPOLITICS5 July 2026· 10 min
European Tech Sovereignty: Where Does Europe Actually Stand in 2025?
Europe spends €12B+ annually on digital sovereignty initiatives, yet remains 72% dependent on non-EU cloud providers. A rigorous intelligence assessment of where the continent truly stands.
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