The French technology conglomerate Atos faces potentially pivotal changes. After the company announced that it would need financial resources of 1.1 billion euros for the next two years, several takeover offers have been received. Among the interested parties, according to reports by "Les Echos" and "Le Figaro," are Czech businessman Daniel Kretinsky, David Layani, CEO of Atos's largest shareholder OnePoint, and the US investment fund Bain Capital. In addition, there is an offer from the creditors, who hold about half of the corporation's debt.

These Developments are of Particular Importance, as Atos is Not Only a Key Supplier for the French Military and Intelligence Services, but Also Plays a Central Role in National Cyber Defense. Atos' Technologies are Used for Nuclear Test Simulations and Artificial Intelligence, Among Other Things. The Company's Products are Found in "Scorpion" Tanks and "Rafale" Fighter Jets, and Atos is Also Involved in Security Measures for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

The significance of Atos for France's national security has led Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire to consider the state acquisition of company divisions relevant to security. In this context, state-controlled groups such as Thales and Dassault Aviation could play a role.

The review of the current offers by the Executive Board of Atos, which reportedly took place on Sunday evening, marks a critical moment for the company, which finds itself in a profound crisis. The decisions that will be made in the coming days could have far-reaching implications for the future of Atos and its role in the French and global technology landscape.