In March 2024, the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) concluded an investigation into the European Commission's use of Microsoft 365, revealing multiple infringements of EU data protection laws. The EDPS found that the Commission failed to provide adequate safeguards for personal data...
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Each year, technology investment decisions made by governments signal not only tactical priorities but also evolving digital strategies and the broader balance between operational efficiency and national sovereignty. Nowhere is this more apparent than in Luxembourg, where the State Information...
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Denmark is poised to transition its government IT infrastructure from proprietary Microsoft products to open-source alternatives, marking a significant shift towards digital sovereignty. This move mirrors similar initiatives in other European regions, notably the German state of...
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