Software Mandates

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A cinematic image showing a complex digital network with data flows and server infrastructure, overlaid with a subtle European flag, symbolizing the challenge of achieving digital sovereignty.

'Buy European' Software Mandates Are a Dangerous Oversimplification of Digital Sovereignty

'Buy European' software mandates are a simplistic solution to the complex problem of digital sovereignty. True autonomy lies not in a product's national label, but in controlling its underlying dependencies.

Sophie Laurent·April 8, 2026