Louis Mosley, Palantir's Executive Vice President for the UK and Europe, stated that European businesses are lagging behind US firms in AI adoption. He noted that while American companies actively integrate AI, European firms often view the technology primarily as a risk, potentially repeating the missed opportunities of the internet era.
Mosley identified the Dutch company ASML as a rare European exception, highlighting its status as the region's largest firm due to its focus on semiconductor manufacturing technology. Palantir, which provides software for government and business AI integration, positions itself as a key indicator of AI adoption rates across the economy.
The company faces significant public and political opposition in Europe, particularly regarding its contracts with government agencies. In September, more than 44,000 individuals filed legal objections against the processing of their medical data on the UK's NHS platform, which utilizes Palantir software.
Mosley argued that political criticism of Palantir's international contracts, such as those with the US administration or the Israel Defense Forces, hinders domestic progress. He suggested that AI could significantly improve public sector efficiency by reducing administrative burdens for healthcare and police staff.
In July 2025, SAP CEO Christian Klein also addressed the regional strategy, advising European companies to prioritize practical AI applications over the construction of large-scale data centers. Klein argued that attempting to match US infrastructure investment would be an inefficient use of resources.
