French NATO commander: Europe has no alternative to Palantir's warfare tech
NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, Adm. Pierre Vandier, stated that Europe currently lacks a viable alternative to Palantir's battlefield AI technology. He emphasized the need for European companies to quickly develop competitive solutions to reduce reliance on U.S. defense technology. The discussion around digital sovereignty in Europe highlights the challenges of dependence on foreign technology and the importance of controlling data.
- ▪Adm. Pierre Vandier warned that Europe must move faster to reduce dependence on U.S. defense tech.
- ▪NATO's recent purchase of Palantir's Maven Smart System was one of the fastest in its history, taking just six months.
- ▪Vandier emphasized that European companies must prove they can deliver equivalent solutions quickly.
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News Cybersecurity and Data Protection NATO commander: Europe has no alternative to Palantir’s warfare tech Those seeking alternatives need to prove they can be delivered quickly, said Adm. Pierre Vandier, NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Transformation. Listen AI generated Text-to-speech Copy Link Copied Share via email Share on X Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Pierre Vandier speaks during a press conference after a Military Committee in Chiefs of Defence Session at the NATO headquarters in Brussels on May 19, 2026.
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