Published: Apr 21, 2026, 23:00 IST | Updated: Apr 21, 2026, 23:00 IST
European nations are ramping up efforts to reduce reliance on U.S. tech giants amid fears of a potential “kill switch” in critical cloud services. A report by the Future of Technology Institute highlights risks to defence systems, while the European Commission is investing in homegrown cloud
infrastructure to boost digital independence.