digital sovereignty

  1. EU’s Cloud Sovereignty Push: Moving from Microsoft Azure to European Providers

    The European Union’s evolving stance on digital sovereignty is entering a consequential phase as reports emerge of the European Commission seriously weighing a migration of its cloud services from Microsoft Azure to a European provider, potentially OVHcloud. According to investigative reporting...
  2. Denmark’s Bold Shift: Moving from Windows to Linux and LibreOffice for Greater Digital Sovereignty

    Denmark’s Ministry of Digital Affairs is embarking on a bold and closely watched transformation: phasing out Windows and Office 365 in favor of Linux and LibreOffice across a major segment of its governmental IT infrastructure. With the announcement by Minister Caroline Stage Olsen, Denmark...
  3. European Cloud Sovereignty: OVHcloud's Move Against US Giants in Digital Independence Shift

    For years, the European technology landscape has been defined—sometimes hampered—by a dependency on American cloud giants. Now, in an era marked by shifting geopolitical winds and mounting concerns over digital sovereignty, the tides appear to be turning. French cloud provider OVHcloud has found...
  4. EU Moves Toward Digital Sovereignty: OVHcloud Could Replace Microsoft Azure

    In a potentially transformative moment for the European tech landscape, the European Commission is actively considering a move away from Microsoft Azure as its primary cloud service provider, with France-based OVHcloud emerging as the leading candidate. This shift, which has come to light...
  5. Microsoft Sovereign Cloud Revolutionizes Data Sovereignty in Europe

    As data sovereignty rapidly ascends the list of priorities for European enterprises, Microsoft’s newly announced Sovereign Cloud program represents one of the tech industry’s most consequential responses to mounting regulatory, geopolitical, and privacy pressures. With the nuances of digital...
  6. Denmark Switches to Linux and LibreOffice for Greater Digital Sovereignty in 2025

    Denmark's Ministry of Digitalization has announced a significant shift in its IT infrastructure, planning to transition from Microsoft's Windows operating system and Office 365 suite to open-source alternatives, specifically Linux and LibreOffice. This move is set to commence in June 2025, with...
  7. Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty: Enhancing Digital Independence in Europe

    Microsoft's recent introduction of the Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty aims to address the growing demand for digital sovereignty among European organizations. This initiative seeks to empower entities to operate independently, securely, and autonomously within the cloud environment. However...
  8. Windows 11 Account Lockout Controversy Sparks Privacy and User Choice Debate

    In the rapidly evolving landscape of Windows operating systems, a recent incident has thrust Microsoft’s user policies into the spotlight, sparking heated debate across social media, forums, and mainstream tech outlets. On June 17th, a Windows 11 user shared a deeply frustrating experience on...
  9. European Governments Shift from Microsoft to Open-Source Software for Digital Sovereignty

    Few developments in European government IT have made as many international waves as the current trend of public institutions ditching Microsoft software in favor of open-source alternatives. This phenomenon, which recently accelerated with high-profile moves by Denmark and Germany’s...
  10. Microsoft’s Sovereign Cloud: Ensuring Data Privacy and Digital Autonomy in Europe

    Amid mounting concerns over digital sovereignty and data privacy, Microsoft is taking significant steps to reassure its European customer base that their data will remain protected and under local control. The expansion of Microsoft’s Sovereign Cloud offering is more than just a technical...
  11. European Cloud Sovereignty Makeover: AWS Leads the Digital Independence Race

    The revolution underway in European cloud computing can be measured by one word that has come to dominate policy, purchasing, and technology roadmaps alike: sovereignty. In an era where the geopolitical contest for digital control intensifies, Amazon Web Services’ (AWS) launch of its European...
  12. EU Shifts Cloud Services from Microsoft to OVHcloud for Digital Sovereignty

    The European Commission is reportedly in advanced negotiations to transition its cloud services from Microsoft Azure to OVHcloud, a leading French cloud provider. This strategic move underscores the EU's commitment to digital sovereignty, aiming to reduce reliance on non-European technology...
  13. Microsoft Launches Sovereign Cloud Solutions to Enhance European Data Sovereignty

    Microsoft has recently unveiled a suite of solutions under its Sovereign Cloud initiative, aiming to bolster digital sovereignty for European organizations. This move ensures that European data remains within the continent, managed exclusively by local personnel, and provides customers with...
  14. Microsoft Expands Sovereign Cloud in Europe Amid Rising Data Privacy Demands

    As Europe intensifies its calls for greater data control and digital sovereignty, Microsoft has responded with a sweeping expansion of its Sovereign Cloud offering—a move that signals both the mounting regulatory pressures within the European Union and the adaptive strategies of global tech...
  15. Windows 11's Next-Gen AI: Autonomous Settings, Granular Privacy, and Future Innovation

    Windows 11 is making bold strides into the era of artificial intelligence, evolving from a mere operating system into an increasingly intelligent platform where daily user tasks can be streamlined, customized, and enhanced by machine learning. Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build...
  16. Microsoft 365 Local: Enhancing Data Sovereignty & GDPR Compliance in Europe

    Microsoft has recently unveiled "Microsoft 365 Local," a tailored version of its cloud-based productivity suite designed to address the European Union's stringent data protection regulations. This initiative underscores Microsoft's commitment to aligning its services with the EU's General Data...
  17. Microsoft Launches Cloud Sovereignty Solutions for Europe: Data Control & Compliance

    Microsoft has recently unveiled a suite of cloud sovereignty solutions aimed at providing European organizations with enhanced control over their data within the cloud environment. This initiative underscores Microsoft's commitment to aligning with Europe's stringent data protection regulations...
  18. Microsoft Completes EU Data Boundary to Enhance Data Residency & Privacy

    Microsoft has recently completed its EU Data Boundary initiative, a significant step aimed at enhancing data residency and control for European customers. This initiative ensures that customer data for core services—including Microsoft 365, Azure, Dynamics 365, and Power Platform—is stored and...
  19. Microsoft 365 Local: The Future of Sovereign Cloud and On-Premises Productivity

    Microsoft is rewriting the rulebook for cloud productivity with the introduction of Microsoft 365 Local, an on-premises variant of its signature productivity suite, specifically designed for sovereign cloud deployments. This bold initiative, first revealed in a June 2025 announcement, reflects...
  20. End of Windows 10 Support in 2025: Embracing Linux for Security, Sustainability, and Control

    As October 14, 2025 approaches, the world stands on the threshold of a dramatic shift in personal and enterprise computing. Millions of users—ranging from home enthusiasts to Fortune 500 corporations—are confronting an inevitability: Microsoft will end all official support for Windows 10. This...