France Plans to Replace Palantir AI Systems with Domestic Provider, But Contract Status Is Disputed
France's government announced it will replace Palantir's data-sifting systems with a domestic AI provider, citing a desire to prevent dependence on foreign technology. Palantir says its contract with France's DGSI remains active and in full compliance.
France's government announced it would replace the data-sifting systems provided by Palantir with a domestic AI provider. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said, 'We must use our own AI models; we cannot accept new strategic dependencies in the digital sphere.' According to the Guardian, Lecornu also stated, 'We cannot rely on tools developed by foreign powers. France must have its own tools.' The Bangkok Post reported Lecornu saying France must 'build real autonomy' and 'not depend on the goodwill of certain partners, who are capable of t.' The move is motivated by a desire to prevent dependence on foreign technology.
Palantir stated that its cooperation with the DGSI continues under the existing contractual commitments and in full compliance with the highest standards of security, data protection, regulatory compliance and transparency, according to Gdelt. The timing of the transition is disputed: the government's announcement implies imminent replacement, while Palantir asserts the contract remains in force until 2028, as reported by Gdelt. The DGSI has used Palantir software since 2016, according to Gdelt.
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