Tag: Technology
Debate over expanding federal cyber defense powers in Germany
(de-news.net) – As part of a new political debate over proposed German cybersecurity reforms that would expand the powers of multiple security agencies to respond…
Artificial intelligence between public good, regulation, and ethical constraint
(de-news.net) – Business representatives in Germany have emphasized the need for regulatory clarity with regard to artificial intelligence (AI), as well as educational modernization, advocating…
Germany’s social-media ban debate confronts legal and constitutional limits
(de-news.net) – Germany’s debate over restricting minors’ access to social media has intensified amid competing arguments over youth protection, parental responsibility, constitutional rights, and EU…
Federal Cabinet endorses Digital Identity Act ahead of 2027 launch
(de-news.net) – The Federal Cabinet has approved draft legislation for the European Digital Identity (EUDI) Wallet, a smartphone-based digital identity system intended to store official…
Major electric vehicle incentive program launched
(de-news.net) – Thousands of applications were received soon following the debut of Germany’s new electric vehicle subsidy scheme, indicating high early demand. The program is…
Germany advances digital welfare and AI strategy
(de-news.net) – Germany is pursuing a broad dual-track digital strategy focused on both the modernization of public social services and the expansion of investment in…
Cabinet approves digital overhaul of car-driver training
(de-news.net) – Germany’s Federal Cabinet has approved a far-reaching reform of the country’s driver training and licensing system aimed at reducing the cost of obtaining…
Germany launches new digital initiatives to modernize public administration
(de-news.net) – Germany’s Federal Ministry for Digitalization is advancing administrative modernization through a citizen-focused hackathon initiative and expanded regulatory ‘real-world laboratories’ intended to foster innovation,…