Cloud Sovereignty Is Europe's Answer To Gaining A Digital Advantage
DCD, Monday, April 6th, 2026
Europe's push to strengthen its digital economy is being shaped by two powerful forces: rapidly evolving technologies - notably AI - and the region's growing dependence on non-European cloud providers.
As new technologies become more deeply embedded in business and public services, European leaders are under increasing pressure to rethink how cloud infrastructure is built, owned, and governed across the continent.
At the heart of this debate is the question of competitiveness and control. Policymakers, regulators, researchers, and industry leaders are exploring how Europe can strengthen its own cloud providers' local propositions. The aim is to help them scale, compete globally, and drive innovation. Crucially, this must be achieved without losing control over where European data is stored, processed, or accessed.