News Summary

• The switchover will begin with computers at the French government’s digital agency, DINUM.
• The French government can no longer accept that it doesn’t have control over its data and digital infrastructure.
• This is the latest effort by France to reduce its dependence on U.S. tech giants and use technology and cloud services originated within its borders.
• In January, the European Parliament voted to adopt a report directing the European Commission to identify areas where the EU can reduce its reliance on foreign providers.