Is it time to break up with US tech? – The Latest

The article discusses the growing concerns among European governments about their reliance on US-based technology companies, particularly in the wake of the Trump administration's actions. The French government has taken a step to reduce its dependence on US digital infrastructure by switching from the American video-conferencing platform Zoom to a French-made alternative. The article highlights the question of how viable it is for European countries to break away from US tech dominance and the potential risks associated with such a move. It suggests that the recent actions by the French government are part of a broader trend among European nations to confront the fact that most of the technology they rely on comes from US companies. The article does not provide a definitive answer on whether it is time for Europe to "break up" with US tech companies, but rather raises the issue as a topic of discussion and exploration.