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Digital Sovereignty

Compliance

It’s like a country wanting to use its own tools and keep its data inside its borders.

Definition

The principle that a country or organization should have control over its digital infrastructure, data, and technologies.

In plain English It’s like a country wanting to use its own tools and keep its data inside its borders.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Helps nations reduce dependency on foreign tech giants and ensure data governance aligns with local values.

Example

Example: France’s push for European cloud providers is part of a digital sovereignty effort.