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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 2mo ago
Yesterday we hosted an event on how the UK can build Digital Sovereignty. Our panel explored open source and the Digital Commons in creating a more resilient, transparent and equitable future. Catch up on the event with @jim@social.openrightsgroup.org, @megafreda.eurosky.social and @jmaris@eupolicy.social. Watch now ⬇️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/vCymXic7CWUNXgY5iXMY99#digitalsovereignty #techsovereignty #opensource #bigtech #ukpolitics #ukpol
From Digital Dependence to Digital Sovereignty
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From Digital Dependence to Digital Sovereignty

The UK’s over reliance on a small number of foreign technology companies is putting our economy, security and democracy at risk. But now the movement away from Big Tech and towards Digital Sovereig...

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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 2mo ago
UK digital sovereignty, if done right, could ensure we have a thriving software ecosystem. Ecological digital sovereignty is where digital systems are diverse, interoperable, locally adaptable, and not controlled by any single point of power. ORG’s @JamesBaker@social.openrightsgroup.org writes for Green Isles ⬇️ https://www.greenisles.uk/ecological-digital-sovereignty-monocultures-to-ecosystems/#digtialsovereignty#digitalsovereignty #techsovereignty #opensource #bigtech #ukpolitics #ukpol
Ecological Digital Sovereignty: Monocultures to Ecosystems - Greenisles.uk
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Ecological Digital Sovereignty: Monocultures to Ecosystems - Greenisles.uk

By James Baker, Platform Power and Free Expression Program Manager at the Open Rights Group. As a child, I remember journeys before screens were commonplace. Sitting with my head against the cool window of a car or train, feeling the vibrations and watching landscapes roll past. The views of nature and the countryside were amazing,

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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 2mo ago
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We must end the UK's digital subservience to US tech. It has put the systems that underpin our public services and the State at risk of digital ransom from US powers of service withdrawal or data extraction. We need a Digital Sovereignty strategy based on open source. Sign the petition ⬇️ https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/stop-trump-s-kill-switch-secure-our-digital-sovereignty#digitalsovereignty #techsovereignty #opensource #bigtech #ukpolitics #ukpol
you.38degrees.org.uk

Stop Trump’s Kill Switch: secure our Digital Sovereignty | 38 Degrees

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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 2mo ago
Boosted by @trending@homestead.social
TOMORROW ⏰️ We're hosting a special event on UK Digital Sovereignty. We'll explore how the UK can build back control over our digital infrastructure, data and tech with open source. Hear from @jim@social.openrightsgroup.org, @megafreda.eurosky.social and @jmaris@eupolicy.social. 🗓️ 15 July 🕧️ 6-8pm BST 💻️ Online Register now ⬇️ https://www.openrightsgroup.org/events/from-digital-dependence-to-digital-sovereignty/#digitalsovereignty #techsovereignty #opensource #ukpolitics #ukpol
From Digital Dependence to Digital Sovereignty
Open Rights Group

From Digital Dependence to Digital Sovereignty

The UK’s over reliance on a small number of foreign technology companies is putting our economy, security and democracy at risk.

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NGI Commons @NGICommons@eupolicy.social
· 3mo ago
🇪🇺 The @NGICommons@eupolicy.social #webinar #report is now available! Our webinar on: Europe's Tech Sovereignty Package brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and digital commons experts to discuss the EU's new technological sovereignty package. 📄 Download the report to explore the key takeaways, expert insights, and upcoming opportunities to engage👇 : https://commons.ngi.eu/2026/07/03/europes-tech-sovereignty-package-insights-from-the-ngi-commons-community/ #NGICommons #DigitalCommons #TechSovereignty #EU #DigitalPolicy @openfuture@eupolicy.social @OpenForumEurope@mastodon.cloud @cnrs@social.numerique.gouv.fr @martelinnovate@eupolicy.social @EC_NGI@ec.social-network.europa.eu
Europe's Tech Sovereignty Package: Insights from the NGI Commons Community - NGI Commons
NGI Commons

Europe's Tech Sovereignty Package: Insights from the NGI Commons Community - NGI Commons

On 22 June, the NGI Commons project organised a webinar bringing together officials from the European Commission, private-sector leaders, experts...

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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 3mo ago
Burnham could hoof Palantir out of the NHS if he becomes PM. A good start, but he needs to go further. It’s time to completely break our dependency on US tech firms. With open source tech, we don't have to start again with a new platform when changing vendors. Go big, go for UK Digital Sovereignty! https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2026/07/02/burnham-set-to-ditch-palantir-from-nhs/ #digitalsovereignty #techsovereignty #nhs #burnham #palantir #bigtech #opensource #ukpolitics #ukpol
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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 3mo ago
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Handing out contracts to Big Tech platforms is a rip off. If we don't like the over-charging, tax-dodging and exporting profits overseas, we face the nightmare of vendor lock-in. They own the software, so love it or lose it. We call for Digital Sovereignty to turn the tide. Sign and share ⬇️ https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/stop-trump-s-kill-switch-secure-our-digital-sovereignty #digitalsovereignty #techsovereignty #nhs #palantir #bigtech #opensource #ukpolitics #ukpol
you.38degrees.org.uk

Stop Trump’s Kill Switch: secure our Digital Sovereignty | 38 Degrees

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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 3mo ago
Public money should be spent on public code that benefits us all. We call for Digital Sovereignty with open source tech, so we can switch providers without changing systems. End the #BigTechRipOff that keeps us dependent and out of pocket. Tell your MP to back an amendment to the Cybersecurity Bill by 16 June ➡️ https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-end-big-tech-rip/?mtm_campaign=big-tech-rip-off&mtm_source=mastodon#digitalsovereignty #techsovereignty #bigtech #opensource #palantir #ukpolitics #ukpol
Tell your MP: End the Big Tech Rip-Off
Open Rights Group

Tell your MP: End the Big Tech Rip-Off

What’s going on? MPs will vote on amendments to the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill next Tuesday 16 June. Victoria Collins MP, has tabled amendment NC13, that would require the Government to publish a Digital Sovereignty Strategy. This is urgently needed to reduce the UK’s dependence on a small number of foreign-owned technology companies for critical public services and infrastructure. The UK government relies on risky and costly big foreign companies to provide it’s digital infrastructure.

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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 3mo ago
The UK's digital infrastructure is a strategic asset. But being dependent on US tech firms is a critical weakness. Our systems can be hit with sanctions, our economy is damaged and our tech policy curbed. Tell your MP we need Digital Sovereignty by 16 June ➡️ https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-end-big-tech-rip/?mtm_campaign=big-tech-rip-off&mtm_source=mastodon #BigTechRipOff #digitalsovereignty #techsovereignty #bigtech #opensource #palantir #ukpolitics #ukpol
Tell your MP: End the Big Tech Rip-Off
Open Rights Group

Tell your MP: End the Big Tech Rip-Off

What’s going on? MPs will vote on amendments to the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill next Tuesday 16 June. Victoria Collins MP, has tabled amendment NC13, that would require the Government to publish a Digital Sovereignty Strategy. This is urgently needed to reduce the UK’s dependence on a small number of foreign-owned technology companies for critical public services and infrastructure. The UK government relies on risky and costly big foreign companies to provide it’s digital infrastructure.

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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 3mo ago
The UK's love affair with Big Tech is toxic ☢️ A small bunch of US firms have captured our critical systems from the NHS to defence. We need a #DigitalSovereignty strategy to secure independence and economic growth with open source. ORG's @jim@social.openrightsgroup.org explains ➡️ https://peertube.openrightsgroup.org/w/8x4qi2BaEpGDLDvfwf8wj6 Write to your MP by 16 June to support the amendment to the #CybersecurityBill ➡️ https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-end-big-tech-rip/?mtm_campaign=big-tech-rip-off&mtm_source=mastodon #BigTechRipOff #techsovereignty #bigtech #opensource #palantir #ukpolitics #ukpol
The case for Digital Sovereignty
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The case for Digital Sovereignty

UK digital infrastructure is on shaky ground. Our dependency on Big Tech must end. We

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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org
· 3mo ago
Boosted by @trending@homestead.social
How to fix Ripped Off Britain? 🔴 BOOT: Palantir and Big Tech grifters. 🟢 TOOT: Digital Sovereignty and open source. Tell your MP to stop forking out to a handful of US companies that over-charge and under-deliver. Invest in open source and put the UK in charge instead. Act now to back an amendment in the Cybersecurity Bill ➡️ https://action.openrightsgroup.org/tell-your-mp-end-big-tech-rip/?mtm_campaign=big-tech-rip-off&mtm_source=mastodon #digitalsovereignty #techsovereignty #bigtech #opensource #palantir #ukpolitics #ukpol
Tell your MP: End the Big Tech Rip-Off
Open Rights Group

Tell your MP: End the Big Tech Rip-Off

What’s going on? MPs will vote on amendments to the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill next Tuesday 16 June. Victoria Collins MP, has tabled amendment NC13, that would require the Government to publish a Digital Sovereignty Strategy. This is urgently needed to reduce the UK’s dependence on a small number of foreign-owned technology companies for critical public services and infrastructure. The UK government relies on risky and costly big foreign companies to provide it’s digital infrastructure.

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