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Thales launches European AI alternative to Palantir

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18 September 2026

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Fusion42 · 18 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

French defense contractor Thales has launched HexaForce, a European AI-powered military command and control system designed to provide faster battlefield insights and reduce reliance on US technology like Palantir. The platform supports interoperability across NATO partners, processes data from multiple domains, and aims to handle up to 1,000 targets daily, positioning itself as a sovereign alternative emphasizing European technological independence.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Defense Tech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You must rethink military AI strategies as European alternatives like HexaForce cut reliance on US systems, opening new opportunities for sovereign tech providers. This is a clear signal to engage now with defence agencies seeking control over their data and operational autonomy.

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