Europe is worried that America is using its power over technology (like the internet and top tech companies) to get its own way politically, even with its allies

 

America's Digital Supremacy Confuses Europe: Is It Time for Disengagement?

Europe is entering a delicate juncture in its relationship with American technology, as growing evidence suggests Washington is using its digital supremacy as a tool of political pressure, even against its closest allies.

With the growing influence of tech giants, the issue is no longer limited to economic dominance or technological innovation, but has extended to levels that impinge on European countries' digital sovereignty and undermine their independent digital decision-making.

Given the continent's reliance on American digital infrastructure, from cloud computing services to artificial intelligence and data processing, European concerns are growing about the fragility of its position in the global technological power equation. These concerns are heightened by emerging indications that this digital influence could be used as a geopolitical tool, threatening European governments' ability to fully control their data and technology policies.

Faced with this reality, Europe is now seeking to recalibrate its digital balance through strategic projects and strict legislation aimed at reducing dependency and promoting local innovation. This is an attempt to forge a more independent and sustainable technological future that protects the continent from being held hostage by external decisions it does not make, but for which it may pay the price.