Palantir says NATO AI system cannot be shut off amid European concerns over US tech dependence
Palantir has said it cannot shut down an AI system used by NATO, drawing attention to the difficulty of ending dependence on a major US technology provider once its software is embedded in critical defense infrastructure.
European governments and other stakeholders are concerned that this level of reliance could give Washington disproportionate influence over sensitive security systems. The episode illustrates a broader tension between operational continuity and sovereign control: removing an established AI platform may carry risks, while retaining it can reinforce dependence on a foreign supplier.
The statement also raises questions about who should have authority over the continued operation of AI systems used in multinational defense contexts. Palantir says the system cannot be deactivated, but the Reuters report does not specify the technical or contractual reasons behind that position.