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Digital Sovereignty: why Europe must Develop its Tech Future

Elena Moccia
31/03/2025
A stylized map of Europe overlaid with the EU flag’s gold stars, surrounded by concentric circles and binary code in the background, symbolizing Europe’s digital sovereignty.

The current geopolitical shift and the issues raised by the cloud act have shaken the global scene. this debate on digital sovereignty is more urgent than ever. 
Europe must strengthen its independence and digital control if it wants to remain a key player internationally. 

But what exactly is digital sovereignty and why does it matter for Europe?

The Cloud Act and its Impact in Europe

The Cloud Act (Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data Act) is a US law. It allows American authorities to access data stored by foreign companies, even if that data is kept outside the United States.
he law aims to fight transnational crime. However, it creates specific challenges in Europe. In Europe, the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and other local laws focus on protecting privacy and personal data.
The Cloud Act risks sparking legal conflicts and compromising the protection of citizens’ data.

In practice, this US law could bring European data under American jurisdiction. 
This move would undermine trust in the digital infrastructures managed by global providers.

What is Meant by Digital Sovereignty and Why is it Important

Digital sovereignty means that a state or territory controls its own technologies, data, and digital infrastructures. For Europe, digital sovereignty has become both a practical and strategic necessity.

European small and medium-sized enterprises often struggle to manage complex regulations and foreign legal uncertainties. They benefit from operating in a digital environment where data management and protection remain under local control.

Direct control of data and digital infrastructures enables them to guarantee high standards of security and privacy. This control is essential for managing sensitive information and maintaining citizens’ trust.

European Technological Dependence on Foreign Countries

Currently, a significant portion of the IT technologies and infrastructures used in Europe comes from the United States. Today, the European Union relies on 80% of its technology from third countries. While this dependence drives innovation and dynamism, it exposes the continent to geopolitical and legal risks:

Why Build Our Digital Sovereignty

The Cloud Act and other foreign policies may challenge Europe, but they also offer a growth opportunity. Building strong digital sovereignty means gaining technological independence, security, and competitiveness. Investing in this area strengthens our capabilities and lets us adopt technologies that respect safety, privacy, and transparency—core values for Europe.

Let’s break down what relying on our own digital sovereignty means:

In this scenario, Qboxmail stands out with its innovative approach to managing and protecting customer data.
Qboxmail is a European company based in Italy.
It offers business email management services that fully comply with European regulations. Its goal is to guarantee European technological and digital sovereignty in email services.
Thanks to in-house development and complete control over its infrastructure, Qboxmail provides secure email hosting solutions for companies and organizations. Data is stored in highly reliable Italian data centers (Tier IV). This setup ensures GDPR compliance and protects against unauthorized access.

This approach strengthens digital sovereignty and provides small and medium-sized enterprises, public administrations, and organizations with a flexible and secure tool to manage communications. It promotes a more autonomous and resilient European digital ecosystem.

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