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Resources for journalists, bloggers, and media professionals covering European digital sovereignty and the EU tech ecosystem.

Key Facts & Figures

500+
EU Services Listed
Curated European cloud services and alternatives
27
EU Countries Covered
Services from across the European Union
50+
Categories
From cloud hosting to productivity tools
10K+
Monthly Visitors
Developers and CTOs seeking EU alternatives

Statistics are placeholders and will be updated with actual data.

About Star Stack

Short version (50 words):

Star Stack is a comprehensive directory of European cloud services and technology alternatives. It helps businesses make informed decisions about their technology stack with a focus on European digital sovereignty, featuring detailed assessments of jurisdiction, ownership, and data residency.

Full version (150 words):

Star Stack is the definitive resource for organizations seeking European alternatives to US-dominated cloud services. Founded with a mission to promote European digital sovereignty, the platform offers a curated database of 500+ EU-based services across 50+ categories, from cloud hosting to productivity tools.

Each listing includes a multi-dimensional sovereignty assessment covering jurisdiction, ownership, governance, data portability, licensing, and community factors. The platform's Stack Builder tool helps organizations plan their migration from US to EU services, while maintaining complete editorial independence—no paid placements or sponsored rankings.

Built entirely on European infrastructure, Star Stack serves developers, CTOs, and procurement teams across Europe who are navigating GDPR, NIS2, DORA compliance requirements or simply prefer to support the European tech ecosystem.

Logo & Brand Assets

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Brand Colors

EU Blue
#003399
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EU Gold
#FFCC00
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#166534
Success/sovereignty indicators
Slate
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Usage Guidelines

  • Maintain minimum clear space around the logo equal to the height of the "E"
  • Do not alter colors, proportions, or add effects to the logo
  • Use the light logo on dark backgrounds and vice versa
  • Minimum display size: 24px height for digital, 10mm for print

Key Messages & Talking Points

Digital Sovereignty

  • European businesses face uncertainty with US cloud services due to changing political landscapes
  • GDPR, NIS2, DORA regulations require careful consideration of data residency
  • Star Stack provides objective sovereignty assessments across 6 dimensions

The European Tech Ecosystem

  • Europe has a thriving ecosystem of cloud providers often overlooked
  • Many EU services match or exceed US alternatives in features
  • Supporting EU tech strengthens the European digital economy

Our Mission

  • Make EU alternatives discoverable and comparable
  • Provide transparent, objective information (no paid placements)
  • Help organizations make informed decisions about their tech stack

Press Releases

January 15, 2025Placeholder

Star Stack Launches Comprehensive European Cloud Directory

New platform helps European businesses discover and adopt EU-based cloud services with multi-dimensional sovereignty assessments covering jurisdiction, ownership, and data residency.

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December 1, 2024Placeholder

Stack Builder Tool Helps Companies Plan US-to-EU Migration

Interactive migration planning tool allows organizations to map their current tech stack to European alternatives, with export and sharing capabilities for team collaboration.

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October 15, 2024Placeholder

Sovereignty Assessment Methodology Published

Star Stack releases transparent methodology for evaluating European cloud services, enabling objective comparison across six key dimensions.

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Press releases shown are placeholders. Actual releases will be added as they are published.

Media Coverage

TechCrunch Europe·Jan 20, 2025Placeholder

European companies scramble to reduce US cloud dependency amid policy uncertainty

With the shifting political landscape in Washington creating uncertainty around data agreements, platforms like Star Stack are seeing surging interest from European CTOs looking to de-risk their infrastructure.
Handelsblatt·Jan 10, 2025Placeholder

Digitale Souveränität: Warum Unternehmen jetzt auf EU-Cloud setzen

Angesichts geopolitischer Spannungen und unsicherer Datenschutzabkommen ermöglichen Plattformen wie Star Stack es Unternehmen, schnell europäische Alternativen zu evaluieren.
Euractiv·Dec 15, 2024Placeholder

NIS2 deadline pushes enterprises toward EU-hosted solutions

As NIS2 compliance deadlines approach, directories of European cloud services are becoming essential tools for procurement teams navigating new supply chain requirements.
The Register·Nov 20, 2024Placeholder

Post-election jitters fuel European cloud sovereignty push

Political changes in the US have accelerated interest in European alternatives, with platforms cataloguing EU-based services reporting record traffic.

Media mentions shown are placeholders. Actual coverage will be added as it is published.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who founded Star Stack?

Star Stack was founded by [Founder Name] in [Year], based in [Location].(Placeholder)

How is Star Stack funded?

Star Stack is funded through sponsorships from EU-based companies, affiliate partnerships, and community support. We maintain strict editorial independence—sponsorship never influences our sovereignty assessments or rankings.

How do you determine sovereignty scores?

Our sovereignty assessment evaluates services across six dimensions: jurisdiction, ownership, governance, data portability, licensing, and community. See our full methodology for details.

Can I interview someone from Star Stack?

Yes! We're happy to discuss European digital sovereignty, the EU tech ecosystem, and our platform. Contact press@starstack.eu to arrange an interview.

Do you have high-resolution images available?

Yes, our press kit includes high-resolution logos, screenshots, and founder photos. Download the complete press kit above or contact us for specific assets.

Press Contact

For media inquiries, interview requests, or additional information, please contact our press team.

We typically respond to press inquiries within 24 hours on business days.