Advancing European Digital Sovereignty

Founded by Eric Dumont in February 2025, Alternatives to America is a non-profit dedicated to empowering citizens, businesses, and public and private institutions to strengthen European Digital Sovereignty.

We help stakeholders transition to European and open-source IT solutions, reducing geopolitical and cybersecurity risks while ensuring privacy and compliance with EU data protection standards. Through expert advisory and alternative technology roadmaps, we enable the development of sustainable, independent digital infrastructures that align with Europe’s strategic sovereignty goals.

European Digital Sovereignty

European Digital Sovereignty is about ensuring control, independence, and resilience in Europe’s digital future. Its key objectives include:

• Reducing dependence on foreign – mostly US – tech giants by fostering European alternatives.
• Strengthening data protection & privacy through GDPR compliance and local data control.
• Enhancing cybersecurity to mitigate geopolitical threats.
• Driving innovation by investing in European tech startups and open-source solutions.
• Promoting open standards & interoperability to prevent vendor lock-in.
• Developing ethical AI & digital rights protections in line with European values.
• Building robust digital infrastructure in critical sectors like cloud computing, AI, and semiconductors.

At Alternatives to America, we believe a strong, sovereign digital Europe is not just possible—it’s essential.