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Restrictive data regulations hinder R&D efficiency by preventing the use of large datasets for innovation. This regulatory barrier drives pharmaceutical and tech innovation to countries with more open data frameworks.

Impact: Germany risks losing its status as a leading innovation hub, particularly in high-value sectors like biotech and AI, where data access is critical for development.

— from Germany's Aging Capital Stock and Investment Crisis · bto – der Ökonomie-Podcast von Dr. Daniel Stelter· Feb 04, 2026