Tag: Germany
Germany tightens measures against welfare-benefit abuse
(de-news.net) – Through increased data sharing, new enforcement powers, and legislative changes, Germany is stepping up its response to welfare-benefit abuse. While local government organizations…
Germany supports EU plan to tighten social media rules for children
(de-news.net) – Germany’s federal government and education officials have welcomed the European Commission’s proposed “Kids Act,” which would introduce graduated age restrictions on social media…
Germany unveils plan to combat social-benefit fraud and worker exploitation
(de-news.net) – A 37-point plan to combat worker exploitation, social benefit fraud, and related criminal structures has been presented by the German Labor Ministry. The…
Organized crime landscape in Germany shifts as criminal networks go digital
(de-news.net) – The Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) reports in its 2025 national situation report that organized crime is evolving in Germany. While criminal networks…
Germany searches for response as geopolitical tensions drive fuel prices higher
(de-news.net) – German Economy Minister Katherina Reiche (CDU) is advocating for targeted direct payments, potential energy-tax reductions, and a reexamination of the commuter tax allowance…
Germany rejects calls to slow AI as Europe faces global technology race
(de-news.net) – Germany has argued that Europe must bolster its technological sovereignty while addressing new security threats, rejecting calls to halt AI development. Public and…
Germany faces new education debate after low PISA results
(de-news.net) – Calls for a national education summit and improved federal-state coordination have been rekindled by relatively low PISA results in Germany. The results show…
Drone attack and power-grid sabotage spur security push in Germany
(de-news.net) – Following an attempted drone attack on Leipzig/Halle Airport and suspected power substation sabotage, Germany is taking steps to bolster security of vital infrastructure….
