European nations and companies are actively pursuing alternatives to U.S.-based cloud service providers, driven by concerns over data sovereignty, privacy, and geopolitical tensions. The dominance of American tech giants like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud has prompted European governments and businesses to explore homegrown solutions to reduce reliance on foreign technology.
In the Netherlands, the Dutch parliament has approved motions urging the government to decrease dependence on U.S. software companies. These motions advocate for the creation of a Dutch-controlled cloud services platform and the development of European software alternatives. Lawmakers cited autonomy and cybersecurity concerns, particularly in light of strained relations with the U.S. under President Donald Trump’s administration. Additionally, there are calls to reassess the use of Amazon’s web services for hosting the Netherlands’ internet domain and to prioritize European firms in public tenders…
Time to ditch US tech for homegrown options, says Dutch parliament
