NLnet awards 47 open-source projects grants to advance digital autonomy
The NLnet Foundation and NGI Zero awarded grants to 47 open-source projects in the twelfth open call of the NGI Zero Commons Fund. Supported by the European Commission and SERI, the projects span hardware, software engineering, infrastructure and applications to strengthen digital autonomy in Europe. (APC)
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Netherlands halts Microsoft 365 rollout over digital sovereignty
NetherlandsNews
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration cancelled its Microsoft 365 cloud deployment due to digital sovereignty, security and encryption concerns. An on-premises email and calendar system will use Microsoft software, with open-source storage and collaboration tools planned for 2027–28. (ZDNET)
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EU-funded team tests universal satellite connector standard
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An EU-funded SPACE USB project team has developed and tested a universal, USB-like connector standard to enable easier repair, upgrade and servicing of satellites in orbit. The prototype, tested against three existing European interfaces, aims to reduce Europe’s dependence on non-EU satellite components and support in-
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NHS trusts in England reject Palantir patient data platform
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Freedom of Information responses show multiple NHS trusts in England have declined to use Palantir’s £330m federated data platform, citing superior or equal alternatives. Some trusts reported improved scheduling, while others called the system duplicative or retrograde. The rejection highlights concerns over foreign tech dependency in critical healthcare infrastructure.
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US GAO warns agencies lack quantum defences for digital identity
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A Government Accountability Office audit finds none of 24 major US federal agencies has fully prepared for quantum threats to digital identity systems ahead of an October 22 planning deadline. The report highlights widespread failures in identifying vulnerable cryptographic systems, assessing funding needs and testing post-quantum cryptography. Biometric Update
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Palantir expands European contracts amid digital sovereignty concerns
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A cross-border investigation finds Palantir software deployed in European militaries, police forces and healthcare systems. Multiple governments seek alternatives due to concerns over digital sovereignty, strategic dependencies and security risks. The US tech firm faces growing political pressure across the continent. netzpolitik.org reports. (NETZPOLITIK.ORG)
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Norway fines Xandr EUR 8.6 million for unlawful data processing
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Norway’s data protection authority fined Xandr Inc. EUR 8.6 million for processing Grindr users’ personal data without valid consent, including sensitive information on sexual orientation. The decision, issued on 2 October 2026, highlights GDPR enforcement against ad-tech firms relying on invalid consent mechanisms. The case originated from
