France to Ditch US Video Conferencing Tools, Launch Own 'Visio' by 2027
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Firstpost•27-01-2026, 11:59
France to Ditch US Video Conferencing Tools, Launch Own 'Visio' by 2027
- •France plans to phase out US video conferencing services like Microsoft Teams and Zoom from its public administration by 2027.
- •The country will replace them with a domestically developed platform called "Visio" to enhance digital sovereignty and reduce reliance on foreign tech.
- •Minister David Amiel stated the move is crucial for securing official discussions and internal communications, citing "overly dependent" on foreign platforms.
- •Developed by DINUM, Visio is a "100 per cent French-made" solution, expected to improve data protection and save millions in contract renewals.
- •Separately, France's National Assembly approved a bill to restrict social media access for children under 15, mirroring Australia's efforts.
Why It Matters: France is boosting digital sovereignty by replacing US video conferencing with its own Visio app by 2027.
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