An intense day of exciting discussions and clear words on Europe's role in a world of change.

Our CEO Alexander Maresch was a guest at the WELT Wirtschaftsgipfel (Economic Summit) 2026 in Berlin this week – one of the central forums for dialogue between politics, business, and technology.

The impressive line-up of top national politicians such as Friedrich Merz, Lars Klingbeil, and Karsten Wildberger, strong voices from Europe such as Ebba Busch and Mette Frederiksen, and leading figures from the digital and AI industry such as Satya Nadella, Christian Klein, and Alex Karp provided interesting thought-provoking insights.

Alexander's key takeaways

1. Competitiveness is not a given. It comes from speed, decisiveness, and the will to reduce complexity.
2. AI is the key growth driver. Technology, data, and AI have long been geopolitical factors – and are crucial for economic sovereignty.
3. Germany and Europe now need the courage to reform and must stand together. In terms of economic and security policy.

Thanks to PREMIUM-GRUPPE and Axel Springer for the invitation!