Europe’s AI Fortress: France Cuts Dependence on US Tech in Sovereignty Push
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Jun 18, 2026, 24:12 IST | Updated: Jun 18, 2026, 24:12 IST
Europe is accelerating its push for AI sovereignty, with France taking steps to reduce reliance on foreign technology providers and strengthen domestic capabilities. The move reflects a broader European effort to build secure, homegrown artificial intelligence systems and digital infrastructure. As AI becomes increasingly central to economic competitiveness and national security, policymakers across Europe are seeking greater control over critical technologies, data, and innovation. The question now is whether Europe can create a powerful AI ecosystem capable of competing with the United States and China.
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