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In the rush to pursue #digitalsovereignty , there must be a temptation to consider whatever isn't foreign-owned and -controlled to be sovereign. But sovereignty is only real if it supports the foundational values of the nation; Canadian digital resources that erode charter rights or democratic […]

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#Digitalsovereignty is big in Austria 🇦🇹

At the Nextcloud Enterprise Day in Vienna, we’ve had many conversations with the country’s educational and public sectors.

Jan Vales shares his experience with building a sovereign platform at TU Wien.

More in our blog: 👇
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We need to build support for Digital Sovereignty in Canada!
#canada #canpoli #digitalSovereignty
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Forum InCyber 2026 : comment se préparer à un kill-switch américain ? | LeMagIT Les débats du premier jour de la 18e édition du Forum InCyber, placée sous le thème de la dépendance numérique, ont naturellement porté sur la place de l’Europe dans un environnement géopolitique inst...

InCyber Forum, themed around digital dependency, focused on 🇪🇺’s place in an unstable geopolitical environment, where the 🇺🇲 holds life-or-death power over 🇪🇺 #digitalsovereignty

With General Watin-Augouard, Virkkunen presenting 🇪🇺 strategies & Bruno Lemaire on ASML

🇨🇵 www.lemagit.fr/actualites/3...

'OVHcloud will compete with AWS and Azure for sensitive military data in Europe and launch a service tailored to defense organizations. Announced at InCyber_Europe, this offering targets military forces and government agencies'

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#EUdefence #DigitalSovereignty

RE: https://mastodon.uno/@Grub_09/116339992607478199

Questa guerra sta cambiando molti equilibri mondiali, ovviamente internet non fa eccezione. La domanda giusta secondo me é: Ha ancora senso una rete centralizzata e dipendente da pochi "single point of failure"?
Il modello del mega datacenter […]

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Most social purpose orgs rely on US Big Tech in ways that only show up when something breaks. Like a data centre in the Middle East 💥

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#TechFreedom #DigitalSovereignty

Good evidence for why #DigitalSovereignty is so important.

Your data belongs to you, not the algorithm. In Cypheria, we reclaim digital sovereignty—owning our narratives, securing our minds, and building a future free from opaque surveillance. 🛡️🌐 #Cypheria #DigitalSovereignty

True sovereignty isn't granted; it's built in the open source. At Cypheria, we reject centralized control and champion digital independence. Build your future on protocols you own, not servers you rent. 🌐🔒 #Cypheria #DigitalSovereignty

A table comparing various CDN providers (Cloudflare, KeyCDN, OVHcloud, Arvancloud) based on criteria such as SSL, subdomains, DNS/Proxy, complexity, cost, EU compliance, and general rating. Each provider is

Es gibt aktuell kein echtes Cloudflare-Äquivalent in Europa.
Warum?
Weil Cloudflare nicht „nur CDN“ ist, sondern ein integrierter Stack:
DNS + SSL + Reverse Proxy + Edge + Security – und das im Free-Tier.
Europäische Anbieter wie Bunny, OVH oder Gcore sind stark – […]

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U.S. cites Canada's cloud sovereignty push as a trade irritant - The Logic Ottawa’s sovereign cloud initiative joins other digital issues on the U.S. Trade Representative’s annual list of trade concerns.

So, the fact that Ottawa wants to bar foreign governments from accessing Canadian data is a trade irritant to the US? Since when is enabling espionage a part of trading?
#digitalsovereignty #trade

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In Rostock gibt es am 05.04. wieder einen #DigitalIndependenceDay! Wenn ihr Big Tech loswerden wollt, aber nicht so richtig wisst wie, kommt ab 15:00 ins #hackspace #Rostock. Wir freuen uns auch immer über Austausch und Hilfe von erfahrenen Leuten […]

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#privacy #AI #tech #regulation #digitalsovereignty

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Un aspetto del software libero un po' tecnico ma di vitale importanza è l'hosting della quasi totalità dei sorgenti open source su piattaforme proprietarie come github. Software libero gestito dalle big tech, una contraddizione in termini.
Per fortuna ci sono alternative

https://codeberg.org/ […]

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Euro-Office is making headlines and Soverin is proud to be part of the founding coalition.

Twelve European companies, working on one open source office suite, all under European law.

We're just getting started.

#DigitalSovereignty #EuroOffice #Soverin

Europe’s digital laws are not bargaining chips - European Digital Rights (EDRi) In reaction to the recent plan to “open a formal dialogue” with the US government on EU tech rules, EDRi and other civil society organisations urge the Commission to halt this plan that risks giving B...

🇪🇺 Europe’s digital laws are not bargaining chips

European civil society organizations urge the European Commission to halt plans that risks giving US Big Tech a back door to weaken the EU digital rules and enforcement.

#sovereignty #digitalsovereignty #Europe #bigtech

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The Sovereign Tech Agency is doing something special: we invest in and support the open digital infrastructure that modern economies and societies rely on.

We’re currently #hiring for several roles:
- HR Generalist
- Program Manager #SovereignTechFund
- Executive Assistant

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Digital sovereignty starts with procurement: Interview with Prof. Dr. Dennis-Kenji Kipker - Nextcloud Can Europe turn digital sovereignty into reality? Prof. Dr. Dennis-Kenji Kipker shares his insights ahead of the Nextcloud Summit 2026.

#Digitalsovereignty is the goal, but how do we get there?

We spoke with Prof. Dr. Dennis-Kenji Kipker ahead of #NextcloudSummit about law, policy, and real-world action.

Read the interview, including practical steps for organizations to achieve #dataindependence 👇

nextcloud.com/blog/digital...

Card with text: “Europe is still handing its most sensitive data to external powers.”

Card with text: “But Europe already has the technology, so what’s missing isn’t capability.”

Card with text: “So why isn’t Europe acting? If the tools exist, what’s holding us back?”

Card with text: “The discussions shaping Europe’s digital future are happening now. Join the Nextcloud Summit! June 9th, 2026 | Munich, Germany”

Let's be honest 😲

Europe wants #digitalsovereignty, but we're still relying on infrastructure from #BigTech we don’t control.

What’s holding us back from choosing European options? Join the conversation at the #NextcloudSummit.

📅 June 9
📍 Munich, Germany

Register here: 👉 nextcloud.com/summit

#PortPhillip #Stonnington #DigitalSovereignty
#opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localIT #DigitalSovereignty #Melbourne #MelbourneBusiness #OpenSourceTechGuy #CraigLambie42 #CraigLambie
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A screenshot of the Utodia mobile app interface showing a peaceful social feed. At the top left is the Utodia leaf logo. The featured post is by user Zoe Laroche, who writes about her daily gratitude practice: 'I am grateful for the sound of rain on glass and the reminder that I don't have to be anywhere else.' Below the text is a warm, atmospheric photograph of a golden sunset over urban transit lines. The interface looks clean and minimalist, with subtle icons for gifting and interaction.

Is the algorithm eating your brain? 🧠💤

I found an exit: Utodia. A sanctuary for intent, not ads.
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✨ On-device AI.
✨ Real humans.

I have 3 "Rescue Keys" for Android creatives. Reply/DM for a key. 🗝️🕊️

#Utodia #DigitalSovereignty #Privacy #Android

I have just deleted a workspace with 237 git repositories from bitbucket.org. These have all been migrated to personal hosting. What a thrill! Quite some emotions!

gh.com is next :)

#DigitallySelfSufficient #DigitalFreedom #DigitalSovereignty

Estonia to relaunch Skype as Europe’s sovereign platform Estonia is reportedly exploring a plan to buy Skype back from Microsoft and relaunch it for Europe’s digital sovereignty.

Please let this not be an April 1st joke:
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#digitalsovereignty #skype

Russia promotes Max platform as questions grow over user data security   Russian daily communication has been disrupted in recent weeks, as familiar digital channels are experiencing problems under mounting regulatory pressure, disrupting the rhythms of everyday communication.  What appears at first glance to be a technical inconvenience is in fact a deliberate realignment of the country's information ecosystem that has been going on for several years. A domestically developed alternative known as Max has been elevated by authorities in parallel to globally embedded messaging platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram, while authorities restrict access to these platforms.  There is no subtlety or incident in the shift. It is an assertive attempt to redefine the boundaries of digital interaction within the state's sphere of influence. Millions of users are directed towards a platform that remains closely aligned with Kremlin interests in terms of architecture and governance. With Max, introduced in 2025 by VK, the platform becomes much more than just a conventional messaging platform, marking a significant escalation in this strategy. By consolidating communication tools with state-linked utilities, such as access to government services, financial transactions, and the development of a digital identity framework, it provides the functionality of an integrated digital ecosystem. Despite bearing structural similarities to WeChat, the implementation is in line with Moscow's long-standing pursuit of technological autonomy. Although adoption is a voluntary process, infrastructure incentives and regulatory constraints have combined to create conditions in which disengagement has become increasingly difficult. A secure and sovereign alternative has been framed by endorsements from Vladimir Putin, reinforcing the policy direction, as noted by internet governance scholar Marielle Wijermars, that has culminated efforts to reconfigure the nation's internet architecture toward tighter state oversight.  As part of the transition, technical integration and controlled accessibility are being implemented. Max has been pre-installed on numerous domestically sold consumer devices since September, reducing entry barriers while subtly standardizing its presence.  A number of features are included in the interface, including private messaging, broadcast channels, and user engagement, which minimize friction for new users as it mimics established platforms. However, its differentiation lies in its privileged network status: by being included on Russia's approved "white list," the company ensures uninterrupted connectivity during periodic connectivity restrictions, which authorities attribute to defensive measures against external threats.  Furthermore, geopolitical considerations also play a role, as initial restrictions on Russian and Belarusian SIM cards have been expanded selectively to a limited group of countries who are considered politically aligned.  Although the platform has been widely distributed in countries such as the European Union and Ukraine, these markets are notably absent, even as the platform becomes enmeshed in larger information dynamics, including its perceived role as a means of countering rival cross-border coordination applications such as Telegram and WhatsApp.  Russia itself continues to receive uneven receptions, suggesting an increasing divide between state-driven digital consolidation and a population long accustomed to more open communication systems. As a result of this transition, established communication patterns are disrupted, which has already begun to affect professionals who rely on continuity and reliability as part of their workflows.  Before routine connectivity began to fail without warning, Marina, a freelance copywriter based in Tula, had been relying on WhatsApp for both client interactions and personal exchanges. There has also been little success in shifting conversations to Telegram, reflecting a broader trend experienced by millions as Roskomnadzor imposed restrictions on voice and messaging functions across the country's most widely used platforms in mid-August.  There have been concerns about the timing of these limitations, which coincide with the rapid deployment of the state-backed Max ecosystem. With WhatsApp's user base estimated at approximately 97 million, and Telegram's user base estimated at 90 million, this disruption goes far beyond inconvenience, reaching into the foundations of social and economic interaction on a daily basis.  These platforms have been providing informal digital backbones for many years, facilitating everything from family coordination and residential management groups to hyperlocal commerce in areas lacking conventional internet access. For example, message applications often serve as a substitute for broader digital infrastructure in remote parts of the Russian Far East, enabling services such as ride coordination and small-scale transactions as well as information sharing within the community.  In addition to implementing end-to-end encryption, both platforms have also implemented security architectures that prevent intermediaries, including service providers, from gaining access to communications' contents.  Russian authorities assert that the restrictions are justified by compliance failures, particularly the refusal to localize user data within national borders, along with concerns over fraud. Based on available financial sector data, however, most scams remain perpetrated through traditional mobile networks rather than encrypted applications, according to data available to the financial sector.  Analysts and segments of the public view these measures as part of a broader effort to improve visibility into interpersonal networks and information flows, with a less technical but more strategic interpretation. According to Marina, who requested anonymity due to concerns about possible consequences, the shift is not simply one of technology, but one of social space narrowing, with the ability to maintain connections outside of state-mediated channels gradually becoming increasingly restricted.  Through regulatory pressure as well as institutional dependency, Max is being reinforced within everyday workflows.  To maintain access to essential services, individuals across sectors report a growing requirement for the platform. In her experience, Irina describes being forced to utilize Max to communicate with her children's school communications and navigate the Gosuslugi, where patient appointments are increasingly coordinated.  Across corporate and educational environments, similar patterns are emerging as employers and schools standardize their internal communication platforms. The public visibility of Max is also increasing as celebrities and digital influencers migrate their content ecosystems to Max, enhancing its normalization, parallel to this structural push.  According to analysts such as Dmitry Zakharchenko, the campaign has been unusually strong, comparing it to the centrally orchestrated messaging efforts of earlier eras, which has nonetheless been able to accelerate adoption to approximately 100 million users within a short period of time.  In terms of technical characteristics, the platform represents a broader trajectory of Russia's "sovereign internet" initiative, which prioritizes control over data flows and infrastructure over international interoperability. As opposed to Telegram and WhatsApp, Max does not utilize end-to-end encryption technology, and its data governance framework requires that all user information be stored on domestic servers, thereby making it subject to the jurisdiction of government regulators and security agencies.  Many users express only a limited level of concern, regarding compliance as inconsequential when there is no perceived risk. However, others have sought alternatives, including IMO, or have refused to adopt Max altogether. However, this resistance appears to be increasingly constrained as Max's structural integration into critical services increases. Even among skeptics, prevailing sentiment indicates that participation may soon become unavoidable as the country's digital environment narrows toward a state-defined center of gravity. For policymakers, technologists, and civil society observers, Max's trajectory provides a valuable example of how digital sovereignty and user autonomy are evolving in an increasingly dynamic environment.  By rapidly integrating the platform into essential services, people can see how infrastructure can be a subtly effective tool for shaping behavioral compliance, particularly when alternatives are systematically restricted. As a result, centralized control over communication ecosystems raises further concerns regarding transparency, data governance, and long-term consequences.  Russia is likely to continue to grapple with a defining tension as they advance this model in order to balance national security objectives with individual privacy rights. This type of system will ultimately be determined by the level of state enforcement as well as the level of trust among users, the resilience of alternative networks, and the worldwide response to fragmented digital environments.

Russia promotes Max platform as questions grow over user data security #CyberGovernance #datalocalization #DigitalSovereignty

The Sovereignty Prerequisite The EU's sovereignty framework scores Open Source at roughly 4%. It should be a prerequisite, not a rounding error.

The EU's sovereignty framework scores Open Source at roughly 4%. It should be a prerequisite, not a rounding error. dri.es/the-sovereig... #OpenSource #DigitalSovereignty

It’s better to use European competitors of #instagram anyway.
For example:
🇫🇷 BeReal
🇱🇺 Monnett
🌐 Pixelfed
#DigitalSovereignty #BuyEuropean 🇪🇺💪
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A German region is rewriting the rules on tech independence and took a bold step toward digital sovereignty.

A local administration migrated 110 million emails and calendar entries away from Microsoft, saving millions and championing open-source innovation. #DigitalSovereignty

Turkey 5G Rollout Plan: Nationwide Coverage Within 2 Years Turkey plans nationwide 5G rollout within two years, promising 10x faster speeds, ultra-low latency, and major transformation across industries and digital infrastructure.

President Erdogan: “Turkey to Roll Out 5G Nationwide Within Two Years” businessturkeytoday.com/president-er...

#Turkey5G #TayyipErdogan #DigitalTransformationTurkey #5GTechnology #SmartCitiesTurkey #CyberSecurityTurkey #DigitalSovereignty #TelecomTurkey #5GRollout #FutureOfConnectivity

Euro-Office Your sovereign office. Euro-Office has 20 repositories available. Follow their code on GitHub.

Is this gonna be a Microsoft Office alternative in Europe? github.com/Euro-Office

So far it actually looks pretty good 👀
More info: www.howtogeek.com/this-new-ope...

#opensource #EUtech #digitalsovereignty #eurooffice