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Europe's Tech Independence Push: EU Moves to Reduce Reliance on US Giants

The European Union is stepping up efforts to reduce its dependence on American technology companies by prioritising European firms in cloud computing contracts and boosting domestic chip production. The move is part of a broader push for "tech sovereignty" aimed at strengthening Europe's digital independence and economic resilience. Supporters argue that relying heavily on foreign technology providers creates strategic vulnerabilities, while critics warn that greater protectionism could increase costs.

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