France’s domestic intelligence agency, the DGSI, is set to replace artificial intelligence tools supplied by US technology firm Palantir with those from the French company ChapsVision, as part of a broader initiative to reduce reliance on foreign technology providers and bolster European tech sovereignty. The move was announced by French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, who framed it as a necessary step to secure France’s strategic autonomy in the digital domain.

Lecornu emphasized the importance of developing indigenous AI capabilities, stating that France cannot depend on technology controlled by foreign entities. He referenced recent restrictions imposed by the US government on access to cutting-edge AI models developed by Anthropic, which limited availability for foreign nationals due to national security concerns. This incident has intensified fears among European policymakers about dependency on American technology firms, reinforcing calls for the continent to build its own alternatives.

ChapsVision, founded in 2019, will gradually take over the role previously held by Palantir in supporting DGSI’s intelligence operations, although the transition is expected to extend over several years. This delay is partly because Palantir renewed a multiyear contract with the DGSI in 2025, marking over a decade of collaboration. Palantir has confirmed that its existing contract remains valid and that it continues to provide services in compliance with stringent security, data protection, and regulatory standards. The company also expressed ongoing support for the French government wherever its technology is required.

ChapsVision reported revenues of approximately €200 million in 2025, considerably smaller than Palantir’s $4.5 billion, but positioned itself as a growing domestic alternative capable of becoming the core technology provider for multiple French public agencies handling critical data processing tasks.

France’s shift away from Palantir mirrors similar developments elsewhere in Europe, where concerns about foreign control over sensitive technologies have led to growing skepticism of US tech companies. For instance, Germany recently selected ChapsVision’s data tools over American competitors, and countries such as Denmark and the Netherlands have also signaled intentions to reduce reliance on US-based software providers. Meanwhile, the UK has placed Palantir’s contracts under greater scrutiny, including a veto by London’s mayor on one deal involving the Metropolitan Police.

President Emmanuel Macron has been a leading advocate for European technological self-sufficiency, encouraging moves to reduce dependence on American software and hardware. Earlier this year, the French government mandated a switch for millions of public employees from Microsoft Teams and Zoom to the locally developed video conferencing platform Visio.

In line with these broader policies, Lecornu announced plans for an additional investment of €655 million in artificial intelligence initiatives through 2030, alongside equipping government workers with AI-powered assistants developed in France, specifically referencing the country’s homegrown model Mistral.

This strategic push underlines France’s determination to establish greater control over its digital infrastructure and protect its democratic values amid shifting geopolitical and technological landscapes.