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- 1Russia places German retailer Metro's assets under temporary administration●Russia puts German retailer Metro's assets under temporary administration amid Ukraine tensions
Russia has placed the Russian assets of German retail group Metro under temporary administration, a move reported by Reuters and linked to rising tensions over the war in Ukraine. The step puts control of Metro's operations in Russia in question and adds to a pattern of Western companies' assets being seized or restricted since the invasion. It is likely to strain German-Russian business ties further and raise concerns among foreign firms still operating in Russia.
- 2German court rules Meta liable for scam ads●German court rules Meta liable for scam ads on Facebook and Instagram
A German court has ruled that Meta is legally responsible for scam advertisements run on Facebook and Instagram. The decision means the company can be held liable for fraudulent ads that appear on its platforms, even when it did not place them itself. The ruling is being closely watched across Europe, where it could open the door to similar claims and pressure platforms to vet advertisers more aggressively.
- 3Fifth of German companies say climate change already hurting business▼# Germany 21% of German companies in the survey said that climate change already creates an adverse impact on their busi
A new survey finds 21% of German companies report that climate change is already having an adverse impact on their business operations. The figure suggests climate effects such as extreme weather and supply disruptions are moving from long-term risk to present-day reality for parts of the German economy, prompting debate about how firms are adapting and what it means for Europe's largest economy.
- 4Insta360 explores camera glasses as new product category●Insta360 lotet Kamerabrillen als neue Produktkategorie aus Insta360 prüft Kamerabrillen als neue Geräteklasse. Im Fokus
Camera maker Insta360 is examining camera glasses as a potential new device class. According to a report by German tech outlet Heise, the focus of such glasses would be on straightforward capture of high-quality photos and video rather than AI features, distinguishing them from smart glasses offerings from other manufacturers. The company, known for its 360-degree action cameras, has not confirmed a launch date or product details.
- 5Goldman Sachs gives United Internet a Buy rating▼United Internet AG : Goldman Sachs gives a Buy rating
Goldman Sachs has issued a Buy rating on United Internet AG, the German internet services company behind brands such as GMX and IONOS. The endorsement from a major investment bank puts the spotlight on the stock, with investors watching for any published price target or detailed analyst commentary to follow.