"Trump effect" fuels Europe's digital sovereignty push from US tech.

• Europe aims to reduce its reliance on US digital platforms and infrastructure due to political friction and technological vulnerability.
• The "Trump effect" and geopolitical competition are driving Europe's push for digital sovereignty.
• Examples like X (formerly Twitter) and Starlink highlight Europe's concerns over concentrated power and distant control by US firms.
• Europe's strategy involves robust regulation (e.g., DSA, DMA, GDPR) and fostering homegrown alternatives like Gaia-X.
• The goal is to achieve digital sovereignty, balancing openness with strategic resilience, rather than protectionism.

Why It Matters: Europe's push for digital independence from US tech impacts its strategic future.