The digital world is changing rapidly – and with it, geopolitical tensions. On April 30, 2025, Microsoft announced five concrete digital commitments for Europe. The goal is to regain trust, particularly with regard to data protection, cybersecurity, and technological independence.
For companies like us, this is a strong signal: Europe’s digital future is being taken seriously – and we explain what this means for you.
1. Expansion of Cloud and AI Infrastructure in Europe
Microsoft plans to double its data center capacities in Europe by 2027. The cloud is set to become faster, more secure, and more local – focusing on 16 European countries. This benefits all software providers that rely on European cloud solutions.
2. Securing Europe’s Digital Resilience
Microsoft contractually commits to legally challenge any instruction to shut down European services – regardless of which government issues it. A strong sign of sovereignty and reliability.
3. Stronger Protection of Data Privacy Rights
GDPR compliance not only remains in place but is even being expanded. Microsoft wants to give European users even more control over their data – a development that Engelmann Software has also been implementing for years.
4. Focus on Cybersecurity
Investments in European security teams, partnerships with governments, and targeted defense against attacks such as in Ukraine show: Digital defense is becoming a core task.
5. Promoting European Innovation Power
Microsoft aims to support European small and medium-sized businesses and open-source approaches. The goal: A resilient AI ecosystem that is no longer dependent on non-European tech giants.
What Does This Mean Specifically for Engelmann Software?
As a German software company, we have been supporting these exact values for years: data protection, digital independence, and innovation. Microsoft’s new commitments provide tailwind for our work – and for all companies that rely on European standards.
Conclusion:
The ‘European Digital Commitments’ mark a turning point. Now it’s up to the economy to actively use these new opportunities – Engelmann Software is ready.
