Germany risks losing its competitive edge in the European race for leadership in AI technology. While countries like the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and the Netherlands solidify their positions, Germany has slipped to sixth place. Just a year ago, it held third. This trend highlights a significant gap between ambitious AI strategies and their implementation, according to a new Cisco study.
The adoption of artificial intelligence among German companies has reached an all-time high, underscoring the rapid pace of digital transformation in the economy. According to a recent survey by the Federal Statistical Office, one in five businesses in Germany—20 percent—now utilises AI technologies. This marks a sharp increase from last year, when just 12 percent of companies reported using AI. When compared to 2021, when only 11 percent of businesses adopted AI, the progression is even more striking.
