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Forrester Research report: The state of cloud in Europe, 2026

As AI, digital sovereignty, and geopolitical dynamics reshape the cloud landscape, organizations need greater flexibility over where and how they operate. A hybrid cloud strategy lets organizations mix and match cloud solutions that best fit their needs, spanning major cloud providers, emerging sovereign managed clouds, and on-premise environments. This flexibility can help organizations optimize costs, reduce reliance on any single provider, and gain greater control over their digital infrastructure.

This Forrester Research report, “The state of cloud in Europe, 2026,” explores how AI adoption and growing demands for digital sovereignty and strategic autonomy are reshaping cloud strategies as European organizations seek greater governance, choice, and resilience.

Read the report to learn more.

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