How Apple, Google, Amazon, Microsoft and other big tech firms have ‘divided’ Europe

European leaders are divided over how strongly the region should act against major technology companies such as Apple, Google, Amazon and Microsoft as the European Union prepares key decisions on cloud computing and satellite services, according to a report by news agency Reuters. The debate comes as Europe tries to strengthen its own technology industry and reduce dependence on American firms. Officials are discussing whether European companies should receive priority access to important technology infrastructure, including cloud contracts and mobile satellite spectrum, while also balancing concerns over possible tensions with the United States.

Europe divided over limiting Big Tech influence in the region