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Palantir logo on a modern building facade, symbolizing the influence of American software in Europe

Digital blackmail: Why Europe cannot give up American Palantir software

Technology 08/06/2026, 15:51
🇪🇺 The EU and NATO are trapped in dependence on American Palantir software. Despite politicians' concerns due to co-founder Peter Thiel's ties to Donald Trump and criticism from human rights activists, European countries cannot find a replacement. 🛑 Why is there no alternative? 🔹 Lack of sovereign analogues in NATO for data analysis and combat management. 🔹 Deep integration during crisis moments (terrorist attacks, pandemic). 🔹 Use of software by industrial giants (Airbus, BMW). 🇫🇷 France and other countries are trying to create their own systems (ChapsVision, Artemis), but for now, it is not working. Experts warn: without replacing the software, abandoning American infrastructure is impossible.
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