Navigating Open Strategic Autonomy for EU’s Digital Future

This side session will delve into the GLOBSEC report on open strategic autonomy (OSA) in the digital domain, focusing on cloud security and Artificial Intelligence applications. Panelists will share their insights on the core principles of OSA, its emergence within the EU, and the future of EU digital security in this context. A key discussion point will be the alignment of OSA principles with the governance of new and emerging technologies, including the EU's AI Act. Additionally, the session will examine the role of OSA in cloud security, framed within the broader themes of technological sovereignty.