Euro-Office challenges Microsoft dominance as Europe pushes sovereign office software

A European coalition led by IONOS and Nextcloud has introduced Euro-Office, a sovereign office suite now in preview, as governments reassess reliance on US software. The project hinges on seamless Microsoft file compatibility and coordinated execution across multiple vendors. Early testing will prove critical, as public sector buyers weigh control and reliability against the risks of adopting an unproven alternative in daily workflows.