Are we locked in the Cloud?

This article critically examines the growing discourse around cloud sovereignty and reducing dependence on US tech giants like AWS, Azure, and Google. The author categorizes common advocates (sovereignty influencers, advisors, open-source fanatics) and questions their practical advice. It discusses legal aspects like the CLOUD Act, cites examples from Denmark, Germany, Estonia, and France, and highlights the current heavy reliance on Microsoft 365 in Norway. The author, a business owner, argues for a logical approach focusing on stability, security, and cost, and questions whether true replacement is feasible. The article promises to explore if we are truly locked in and how to approach alternatives.