News Summary

A coalition of over 80 European tech industry leaders and organizations is urging the European Union to take decisive action to reduce reliance on foreign tech infrastructure and services. In an open letter addressed to EU leaders, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the coalition emphasizes the need to support homegrown digital technologies to ensure economic resilience and security. The coalition advocates for a ‘Buy European’ mandate in public procurement to foster demand for European tech solutions. They also propose establishing a Sovereign Infrastructure Fund to invest in critical areas like chips and cloud computing. The letter criticizes current EU efforts as insufficient and calls for industry-led strategies to enhance digital sovereignty. The coalition includes major companies and associations such as Airbus, OVHCloud, and the European Startup Network, highlighting the urgency of developing a robust European digital infrastructure.