AI is Changing Everything – But Are Policymakers Paying Attention?

Fabian Westerheide, Gründerszene/Business Insider, January 2025

As Germany approaches a pivotal election, AI remains shockingly absent from most party platforms—a critical oversight given its transformative impact on industries and the economy. In Gründerszene, Fabian Westerheide, Partner at AI.FUND, highlights the urgency for stronger political commitment to AI and startups. He critiques the lack of venture capital incentives, slow innovation transfer, and excessive bureaucracy that hold Germany back.

For AI and startups to thrive, the next government must act decisively: more investment, better policy frameworks, and a digital-first mindset. Without these, Germany risks falling behind in global innovation.

To find out more, read the full article by Fabian Westerheide in Gründerszene.

Original Article Text: GERMAN


Source: Gründerszene/Business Insider

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