GEOPOLITICS3 May 2026· 10 min

European Tech Sovereignty: Where Does the EU Really Stand in 2025?

Europe is spending billions to reclaim its digital independence, yet US and Chinese platforms still dominate. A rigorous assessment of the EU's progress, gaps, and strategic bets.

InekIA Editorial Team

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[1]Synergy Research Group – European Cloud Market Share Report, Q4 2024

[2]SEMI Europe – European Semiconductor Industry Report, Q1 2025

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