EU Plans to Prioritize European Companies Over Foreign Firms in AI and Cloud Services

The European Union is developing plans to give preference to European companies over foreign competitors in the artificial intelligence and cloud computing sectors. The initiative aims to ensure the bloc maintains control over critical services and data infrastructure. The move reflects growing concerns among EU policymakers about technological dependence on non-European companies, particularly in strategic sectors that handle sensitive information and essential digital services. The policy would represent a significant shift toward digital sovereignty as the EU seeks to build greater autonomy in key technological areas.