Spain bans public companies from contracting with tech firm Palantir
The Government of Spain has made a significant decision to protect national security and data privacy. Authorities have ordered all public companies to stop contracting the services of Palantir Technologies. This American company is one of the largest in the world in the artificial intelligence and big data analysis sector.
Palantir, founded by entrepreneur Peter Thiel, is globally known for working with intelligence agencies and defense departments. Its software allows for the analysis of large amounts of information to make strategic decisions. However, the Spanish Government has expressed concern over how this company handles sensitive information and the impact this could have on the country's sovereignty.
The main objective of this ban is to ensure that critical data from Spanish institutions does not depend on foreign companies with privacy policies different from European ones. In recent years, Spain and other European Union countries have increased surveillance of major U.S. tech companies to protect their strategic sectors, such as defense and infrastructure.
For the moment, this measure exclusively affects companies that belong to the State or have public participation. Nevertheless, it represents a significant shift in Spain's technology policy. The Government now seeks to promote the use of alternatives that offer greater guarantees of security and transparency to protect the information of institutions and all citizens.