Divided Mood in Start-ups
A third of tech start-ups in Germany report an improved business situation, almost as many report a deterioration. Nine % expect a possible insolvency within a year. Only half would start up again in Germany.
Women gamble longer than Men
According to a representative Bitkom survey, 52% of Germans use a mouse, controller or smartphone at least occasionally. Gaming is also widespread among senior citizens - one in five people aged 65 and over play games.
read more...TÜV-Verband welcomes NIS 2 Implementation, but calls for Improvements
The German Federal Cabinet has passed the national implementation law for the European NIS 2 Directive. The TÜV-Verband sees this as an important step towards greater cyber security, but calls for changes to exemption rules, verification requirements and implementation in practice.
read more...Federal Cabinet approves NIS 2 Implementation: Dispute over Exemptions remains
The German government has passed a cabinet resolution on the national implementation of the EU NIS 2 Directive. Experts welcome the move, but criticize the lack of clarity regarding exemptions and responsibilities.
read more...Impulse Study on International Research
Excessive Decoupling jeopardizes Germany's Innovative Strength
A new short study by the VDMA Impuls Foundation shows: International cooperation remains indispensable for Germany's ability to innovate. The study calls for more strategic knowledge management to ensure a balance between knowledge protection and openness.
read more...AAS Specification published with a Focus on Security
The Industrial Digital Twin Association (IDTA) has published a new bundle of AAS specifications which, with the specification part "Part 4: Security", provides a comprehensive, standardized 'Access Control Model' for the first time.
read more...Decline in sales expected - hope for automatica
The German robotics and automation industry is looking to the current year with concern. Geopolitical uncertainty and growing international competition are causing a reluctance to invest.
read more...VDMA launches "DPP for Machinery" initiative
From 2027, the Digital Product Passport (DPP) will be mandatory in the EU for certain product groups. VDMA is launching the "DPP for Machinery" initiative to support small and medium-sized companies in particular with implementation.
read more...Trade Association calls for a "Race to Catch Up"
Europe must catch up in the global race for AI and automation, according to the VDMA Robotik + Automation Association. It calls on politicians to strengthen the competitiveness of the industry and defines key objectives in a strategy paper.
read more...Criticism of Lack of Clarity for Companies
From February 2, 2025, further provisions of the AI Act will apply in the European Union. The digital association Bitkom expresses concerns about the practical implementation.
read more...»Germany is overregulated and too expensive«
Germany's electrical and digital manufacturers are facing another difficult year. The industry association is calling for a package of reforms. The new federal government must deliver from day one.
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