Data Sovereignty Concerns Drive UK Businesses Away from US Tech Giants

Amid economic uncertainty and the Trump era, dependence on American tech is a growing concern for UK businesses. A survey of 1,000 IT leaders reveals data sovereignty as a top priority. 84% worry geopolitical events threaten data access and control, with 60% believing the UK government should stop procuring cloud services from US companies. Nearly half are considering repatriating data, fearing US government seizure. However, experts warn completely eliminating reliance on global hyperscalers is difficult, with migration proving more complex than anticipated.