Part 4: Search engine sovereignty in Europe: progress, compromises and hard truths

European search is no longer just a niche or a statement - it works. Ecosia and, to a lesser extent, Qwant deliver solid results, good performance and meaningful privacy advantages. But the reality is more complex: core search infrastructure still depends heavily on Google and Bing, and true independence will take time. This article evaluates today’s European search engines in detail and explores…