Russians outsmart Putin with VPNs and multiple phones
#DigitalSovereignty #InternetFreedomRussians increasingly use VPNs and multiple phones to bypass Kremlin internet restrictions, driven by frustration over censorship, rising prices, and war fatigue. Putin's approval ratings have dropped. Users toggle between apps for work and personal communication. read more
Europes Digital Sovereignty Fight Begins
#DigitalSovereignty #EuropeanTechEurope’s deep reliance on US technology for payments, defense, and software creates a strategic vulnerability, handing significant leverage to foreign powers. The article argues for achieving digital sovereignty through EU-wide initiatives, open-source alternatives, and unified markets. read more
Europe Ditches U.S. Tech for Digital Sovereignty
#DigitalSovereignty #TechIndependenceEuropean governments are shifting from US tech services to domestic or open-source alternatives, driven by data security fears and a push for digital sovereignty. This includes France ditching Zoom and Teams by 2027. read more
Europe Ditches US Tech for Digital Sovereignty
#DigitalSovereignty #EuropeanTechFrance is replacing Zoom and Teams with a domestic video system by 2027, part of a broader European push for digital sovereignty. Austria and Germany are also adopting open-source software to reduce reliance on U.S. tech giants over security and privacy concerns. read more