Cloud and AI Development Act
A framework of measures to strengthen Europe's cloud and AI ecosystem. Its article 16 establishes a Union cloud computing sovereignty framework with FOUR ASSURANCE LEVELS defined in Annex II. Level 1: data processed and stored on infrastructure located in the Union. Level 2: independence from third countries and transparency over the software supply chain. Level 3: the provider is owned and controlled from the Union, with criteria extending to the nationality of personnel. Level 4: full transparency and control over the software supply chain, and no interference from a third country.
Who Cloud computing service providers, and public sector bodies choosing their assurance level according to their risk assessment.
Authority Audits conduits par les États membres
in preparation our third-party-call measurement bears on level 2 — independence and supply-chain transparency — but awards no level
Procedure 2026/0138(COD). The stated ground: three non-EU providers control over 70% of the European cloud market, and answer to jurisdictions whose extraterritorial laws may conflict with European law.
⚠️ Commission proposal — legislative procedure under way, not yet applicable
Deadlines 3 June 2026 — Proposal adopted by the Commission