Von der Leyen cites Iceye as EU tech success, unveils AI and China-dependency initiatives

In the State of the Union address, EC President von der Leyen spotlighted Polish-Finnish satellite firm Iceye as a European tech champion, signaling a policy push to bolster EU strategic autonomy. She announced new AI initiatives and measures to reduce Europe's dependence on China, though specifics remain unclear. This marks a continued EU effort to strengthen its technological and geopolitical position.