Well it's not even the right point to discuss. A lot of great software is developed in Europe (not necessarily by companies with European headquarters). But why

Well it's not even the right point to discuss. A lot of great software is developed in Europe (not necessarily by companies with European headquarters). But why should software companies be tied to a specific region. Great software can come from the US, Australia, Asia, Europe, ... Because in the end it comes from people and the entrance barrier gets lower and lower. What you point to is probably more a question of finance and ownership.