European digital sovereignty
Our Mission
At Seeend, we're creating secure, sovereign digital infrastructure in Europe — because European businesses deserve technology they can trust, free from legal uncertainty and geopolitical risk.
The Hidden Risks of Relying on Global Tech
For many years, European businesses have relied on cloud services and SaaS solutions from outside the EU, especially the United States. These tools have fueled innovation and growth.
But beneath the surface, there's a problem:
Data hosted with non-EU providers may be exposed to foreign laws and government surveillance.
The Impact of Schrems I & II
Two landmark court decisions have dramatically reshaped this landscape:
Schrems I (2015)
The European Court of Justice invalidated the "Safe Harbor" framework because US surveillance laws failed to protect EU citizens' data rights.
Schrems II (2020)
The Court struck down the "Privacy Shield," again citing US surveillance concerns. The court confirmed that US law allows disproportionate access to personal data, conflicting with European privacy standards.
For European businesses, this means:
- Using US cloud or SaaS providers has become a legal grey zone.
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) are not sufficient on their own; businesses must assess risks and apply additional safeguards.
- Regulators expect rigorous compliance and transparency.
GDPR Compliance — Essential but Complex
GDPR remains Europe's cornerstone for data protection. But compliance can be complex, especially for businesses relying on providers outside the EU. Companies must:
- Understand where data resides and how it's handled.
- Conduct thorough risk assessments for international transfers.
- Implement "supplementary measures" where laws in other countries might compromise data security.
When foreign laws and GDPR clash, businesses are left to navigate a difficult legal and operational landscape.
Digital Sovereignty: A Broader Concern
Privacy is just one part of the story. Digital sovereignty is equally about control and resilience.
A striking example occurred in 2025, when the US imposed sanctions on officials from the International Criminal Court (ICC). As a result:
Microsoft suspended the email and cloud accounts of Karim Khan and other ICC officials, interrupting their work. (AP News)
This incident highlights how foreign policy decisions can suddenly impact access to critical digital services — even for independent international institutions.
For European businesses, it raises important questions:
- Could a similar situation block your access to essential services?
- Is your business dependent on providers who must comply with foreign government orders?
- What are the operational risks if geopolitical tensions escalate?
Why Europe Needs Its Own Infrastructure
At Seeend, we believe Europe must invest in its own digital infrastructure to:
Protect Data Privacy
Keep data under European jurisdiction and aligned with GDPR standards.
Reduce Legal Risk
Avoid conflicts with foreign surveillance laws and reduce compliance uncertainty.
Ensure Operational Continuity
Prevent geopolitical tensions from threatening access to vital digital services.
Foster Innovation
Strengthen Europe's technological independence and digital economy.
Our Commitment
With Seeend, we're building infrastructure designed for European businesses:
- Hosted and operated entirely in the EU.
- Free from foreign legal obligations like the US CLOUD Act or FISA.
- Engineered to meet the highest security and compliance standards.
- Created by Europeans, for European businesses.
Let's Build Europe's Digital Future
Digital sovereignty is not just a policy objective — it's essential for trust, security, and business resilience.
If you're looking for infrastructure you can depend on, built with Europe's values and laws in mind, we're here to help.