Sovereignty Update 02-02-2026#
A lot can happen within a week and with risks becoming more apparent the need for action is felt more and more.
Atlantic Council - “Digital sovereignty: Europe’s declaration of independence?” (January 14, 2026) This comprehensive report examines how Trump administration hostility toward EU tech regulation has accelerated Europe’s push for digital independence from US tech companies. It traces the evolution from data privacy concerns (Snowden revelations) to current fears about dependency on US cloud services, analyzes key friction points like the CLOUD Act and content moderation laws, and explores whether Europe can realistically build alternatives.
Wall Street Journal - “Europe Prepares for a Nightmare Scenario: The U.S. Blocking Access to Tech” (January 23, 2026) European officials and lawmakers are seeking to reduce dependence on US technology in discussions that would have been “unthinkable” six months ago. The US’s Greenland dispute sparked concerns about Washington potentially cutting off European access to American tech. Denmark’s national security minister asked companies to prepare exit plans for such a scenario, reflecting a dramatic shift in how Europe views its reliance on US digital infrastructure.
