Stories from Germany

The chemical recycling of plastics faces challenges in achieving widespread marketability. While the process can break down plastics into reusable components, its ecological benefits are debated. The appeal of plastics in daily life makes avoidance difficult.

AI software developed at the Mannheimer Hochschule is intended to be trained on factory settings.

German authorities have issued a warning regarding critical infrastructure cyber risks. The warning was issued by Cologne authorities and is part of broader guidance released by the United Kingdom and the European Union.

A German court has handed down the longest prison sentence to date for tax evasion, involving a major tax scandal.

The Monopolkommission has criticized the financial situation of health insurance funds, stating that some premiums were systematically increased. The warning was issued by the Federal Office for Information Security. The risk level is currently elevated.

Tesla aims to produce everything from batteries to complete electric vehicles at its Grünheide location starting next year.

Germany's financial supervisory authority, BaFin, in Frankfurt is warning of the increasing danger from cyberattacks.

The German government has approved a plan costing the state 1.6 billion Euros. The initiative aims for better protection of Emperor penguins and tourism management at the South Pole.

Authorities recorded over 300,000 cases of cybercrime last year, with many incidents going unreported. Cybercrime cases are on the rise, correlating with increased internet usage.

Hantavirus cases are increasing, leading to new quarantine measures being implemented. Health officials are monitoring the situation closely.