EU Sues IBM and Partners Over Border System

The European Union has taken legal action against IBM, Atos, and Leonardo regarding developmental issues and missed deadlines for its new automated border system. The eu-LISA agency stated the ongoing proceedings will not impact the current operation of the immigration tracking network.

Xurve View
Insights:
FILE PHOTO: The IBM logo is displayed during the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting, in Davos, Switzerland, January 20, 2026. REUTERS/Romina Amato/File Photo

The European Union sued INTL BUSINESS MACHINES CORP, ATOS SE, and LEONARDO SPA on Monday over development delays in its border IT system. The legal action targets contractors behind the automated Entry/Exit System designed to track third-country nationals. Officials initiated proceedings after years of disputes over missed deadlines and penalty fines.