Hua Er Jie Jian Wen·2026-01-25 02:19Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Europe, highlighting a potential "decoupling" as Europe seeks to reduce its reliance on American technology infrastructure due to fears of U.S. government intervention [1][2][3]. Geopolitical Tensions - The relationship between the U.S. and Europe is deteriorating, with Trump's threats regarding Greenland symbolizing a deeper rift in shared values [2]. - European officials are increasingly concerned about the potential for U.S. administrative actions that could disrupt access to critical services, leading to a defensive economic strategy [2][3]. Legislative and Business Responses - The European Parliament has passed a "technological sovereignty" resolution, advocating for prioritizing European products in public procurement and supporting local cloud service providers [1][3]. - European officials are pushing for U.S. cloud service providers to ensure that critical industry clients can easily transition to local infrastructure in case of service disruptions [4]. Market Dynamics - Despite efforts for independence, European customers are projected to spend nearly $25 billion on services from the top five U.S. cloud companies in 2024, representing 83% of the European market [3]. - Major U.S. tech companies are responding by restructuring and launching services aimed at addressing European data sovereignty concerns [5]. Policy Shifts and Market Risks - The policy environment for U.S. tech companies in Europe is becoming increasingly challenging, with initiatives from France and Germany aimed at enhancing technological independence [6]. - The potential shift towards substantial market barriers for U.S. tech firms could lead to a reevaluation of their valuations, as a significant portion of their revenues comes from Europe [6].