{"id":144352,"date":"2025-06-02T08:00:37","date_gmt":"2025-06-02T08:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-state-acquires-atos-supercomputers-as-reported-by-teknomers\/"},"modified":"2025-06-02T08:00:39","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T08:00:39","slug":"the-state-acquires-atos-supercomputers-as-reported-by-teknomers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-state-acquires-atos-supercomputers-as-reported-by-teknomers\/","title":{"rendered":"The state acquires Atos supercomputers, as reported by Teknomers."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"\">\n<h2>State Acquires Atos&#8217; Supercomputer Division: A Strategic Move<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"article__media\">\n    <picture class=\"article__media\"><source   alt=\"Le BullSequana XH3000, un supercalculateur cr\u00e9\u00e9 par Atos, \u00e0 Paris, le 16\u00a0f\u00e9vrier\u00a02022.\" width=\"664\" height=\"443\"><\/source>\n    <\/picture>\n    <noscript><br \/>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/d1064af_sirius-fs-upload-1-busmcgpcq5ew-1748846161103-000-322t7p4.jpg\" alt=\"Le BullSequana XH3000, un supercalculateur cr\u00e9\u00e9 par Atos, \u00e0 Paris, le 16\u00a0f\u00e9vrier\u00a02022.\"\/><br \/>\n    <\/noscript><figcaption class=\"article__legend\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Le BullSequana XH3000, un supercalculateur cr\u00e9\u00e9 par Atos, \u00e0 Paris, le 16\u00a0f\u00e9vrier\u00a02022. <span class=\"article__credit\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00c9RIC PIERMONT\/AFP<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">In recent developments, the \u00a0French government\u00a0 has made significant strides in reinforcing its presence in the \u00a0high-tech sector\u00a0. Following the impactful \u00a0nationalization\u00a0 of the submarine telecommunications cable manufacturer ASN in November 2024 for \u20ac350 million, the French Economy Ministry has announced another bold move. On June 2, 2025, it confirmed a firm offer for acquiring the \u00a0supercomputing\u00a0 division of the IT group Atos, which has been accepted. This acquisition is expected to be a pivotal step in advancing France&#8217;s technological capabilities. According to announcements from the Ministry, \u201cThis step paves the way for the signing of a binding agreement in the coming weeks.\u201d The government aims to finalize the transaction by mid-2026, allowing time for all necessary legal operations.<\/p>\n<h2>The Financial Landscape of the Acquisition<\/h2>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">The total \u00a0enterprise value\u00a0 of the Atos supercomputing activities is reported to be \u20ac410 million. This valuation includes \u20ac110 million in additional price contingencies based on performance indicators for the fiscal years 2025 and 2026. Interestingly, this amount falls short of an initial range of \u20ac500 to \u20ac625 million that was floated during the negotiation phases. The \u00a0differential\u00a0 in valuation has been attributed by Atos to the \u00a0restricted scope\u00a0 of the transaction. Notably, the deal excludes the Vision AI branch, which encompasses the British video analytics startup Ipsotek that Atos acquired in 2021. This strategic separation highlights Atos\u2019 intention to focus its resources and not dilute its core offerings in the supercomputing arena.<\/p>\n<h2>Significance of the Acquisition<\/h2>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">The pursuit of such an acquisition is not merely a matter of financial gain for the state but also a move to bolster \u00a0national security\u00a0 and \u00a0technological sovereignty\u00a0. Supercomputers play a crucial role in various fields, including \u00a0climate modeling\u00a0, \u00a0biomedical research\u00a0, and, increasingly, in \u00a0artificial intelligence\u00a0 applications. By bringing Atos&#8217; supercomputing capabilities under state control, the French government positions itself to harness these technologies for national interests. Analysts suggest that this acquisition may create opportunities for collaboration between governmental agencies and scientific communities, propelling France to the forefront of \u00a0global tech innovation\u00a0.<\/p>\n<h2>The Broader Context of Nationalization in France<\/h2>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">This recent transaction reflects a broader trend of increased \u00a0state involvement\u00a0 in strategic industries across Europe. France has made it clear that it seeks to retain \u00a0control over key technological assets\u00a0. The nationalization of ASN and now Atos demonstrates the government\u2019s willingness to intervene in the market to secure assets that are deemed critical for national interests. This wave of nationalization is indicative of a \u00a0shifting\u00a0 global landscape, where nations are increasingly reliant on strategic interventions to safeguard their technological infrastructures.<\/p>\n<h2>The Future of Supercomputing in France<\/h2>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">As France prepares to finalize this acquisition, it will pave the way for a \u00a0new era in supercomputing\u00a0. The capability of high-performance computers is expected to play a vital role in driving advancements in various scientific fields. With the integration of Atos\u2019 technology and expertise, the French government aims to enhance the nation\u2019s ability to perform large-scale simulations and complex computations, which can fuel developments in sectors ranging from public health to climate science.<\/p>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">Moreover, the acquisition is expected to create jobs and stimulate economic growth in the tech sector, further enhancing France&#8217;s reputation as a \u00a0leader in high-tech innovation\u00a0. France&#8217;s investments in supercomputing are poised to provide a solid foundation for collaboration among research institutions and tech companies, leading to a future of enhanced public service capabilities and global competitiveness.<\/p>\n<p>The move towards acquiring Atos&#8217; supercomputing division aligns with the government&#8217;s broader objectives of ensuring national technological sovereignty while boosting economic growth. With advancements in technology moving at an unprecedented pace, France&#8217;s proactive approach to securing its technological assets will likely serve as a model for other countries aiming to fortify their own high-tech industries.<br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>State Acquires Atos&#8217; Supercomputer Division: A Strategic Move Le BullSequana XH3000, un supercalculateur cr\u00e9\u00e9 par Atos, \u00e0 Paris, le 16\u00a0f\u00e9vrier\u00a02022. \u00c9RIC PIERMONT\/AFP In recent developments, the \u00a0French government\u00a0 has made significant strides in reinforcing its presence in the \u00a0high-tech sector\u00a0. Following the impactful \u00a0nationalization\u00a0 of the submarine telecommunications cable manufacturer ASN in November 2024 for [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":144353,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[23832],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-144352","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-finance"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/144352","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=144352"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/144352\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/144353"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=144352"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=144352"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=144352"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}