EU Unveils Ambitious Tech Sovereignty Package to Diminish US Dependence

The European Commission has launched its long-awaited technological sovereignty package, aiming to reduce reliance on American and Asian tech. The proposal includes a revised Chips Act and a Cloud and AI Development Act. These measures empower the Commission to prioritize chip orders during shortages and assess cloud sovereignty risks. The package seeks to secure critical workloads from non-EU firms while fostering local alternatives. However, member states remain divided over implementation. Questions linger about the effectiveness of previous ambitious goals not yet met.