As Europe seeks to reduce its technological dependence on the US, an unlikely partner is emerging on the other side of the Atlantic: Canada.
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October 21, 2026
Can Europe and Canada build a tech alliance to rival the US?
Geopolitical tensions are pushing two tech ecosystems closer together. But can they overcome barriers to collaboration?
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