Germany announces ambitious plan for a new high-tech ministry
In a bold move to future-proof its position in the global tech landscape, Germany has announced plans to create a new “super–high-tech ministry” dedicated to research, technology, and aerospace. The initiative, part of the country’s evolving coalition government agenda, signals
Secure ‘quantum messages’ sent over telecoms network in breakthrough
In a significant leap toward realising a future quantum internet, researchers in Germany have managed to send quantum-encrypted messages through a conventional fibre-optic telecoms network—marking a critical milestone in secure communications. The experiment, carried out by Deutsche Telekom in partnership with
Top 10 German tech podcasts to listen to in 2025
Germany has firmly established itself as one of Europe's most influential technology hubs. From Berlin's buzzing startup scene to groundbreaking AI research across the country, there is a constant drive for innovation and progress. Alongside these developments, a vibrant podcast
Frequencies, Germany stops auctions: free licenses for the operators
The German network and telecommunication agency, Bundesnetzagentur, has taken a decision to prolong the frequency usage rights for the operators free of charge. What this means is that Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone and O2 Telefonica will be permitted to continue utilising
Germany Trade & Invest: OpenAI expands to Germany
The company, best known as the creator of the chatbot ChatGPT, said that the new office would open in the coming months. As one reason for its expansion, OpenAI cited the fact that, in Europe, Germany has the greatest number of users, paying subscribers
From Christmas markets to digital detox: a journey through Germany and Austria
For eight unforgettable days, I embarked on a journey through Germany and Austria, immersing myself in the festive spirit of the Christmas season while observing how technology seamlessly integrates into everyday life. From bustling cities to serene Alpine landscapes, the
Harry Potter arrived in Germany with immersive technology
Munich has always been a city of culture, but in 2024, it became a city of magic. The much-anticipated Harry Potter: The Exhibition finally made its way to Germany, opening in the iconic Kleine Olympiahalle on May 9th. Fans across
Why Germany’s green light for €5 billion in aid for chip plants
Germany chip plants: The EU approves Germany’s proposal to create a European TSMC. The German government will provide €5 billion in state aid to enable the creation of a new joint venture to produce semiconductors. It will be called ESMC
Europe’s largest solar power plant has been switched on in Germany
In Germany, Europe's biggest solar power plant, with a 605 megawatts (MW) capacity, went into operation. It is located on Lake Heiner in Witznitz, 25 km from Leipzig, and covers 500 hectares of the site of a former coal mine,