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Startup Ground A has developed a mobile laser weapon for drone defense, set for serial production next year. The system requires about one second of laser exposure per drone and has a one-hour battery life. Legal adjustments are needed in Germany for its deployment, unlike in France.
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The planned transport budget for 2027 includes cuts to rail infrastructure, bridge repairs, and climate-friendly measures. Despite a special fund for infrastructure and climate neutrality, associations and the opposition criticize the reduction of funds for maintaining and expanding the rail network, as well as for e-buses and cycling.
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US startup Tau Robotics offers humanoid robots for home cleaning at approximately €26 per hour. These robots are increasingly handling complex tasks, though they are still remotely controlled. Concerns exist regarding data privacy due to recordings used for AI training.
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The VW plant in Osnabrück is to be sold to investor Aurelius and the state of Lower Saxony and converted into a center for security and defense technology. The production of air defense systems is planned, with around 1,200 of the 1,800 employees expected to have a future.
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Volkswagen is selling its Osnabrück plant to the state of Lower Saxony and Israeli investor Aurelius. The facility will be converted into a defense industry center, starting with the production of air defense systems.
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The UN has adopted a document in Geneva regulating autonomous weapons systems, reaffirming the need for human control. Several states, including the USA and Russia, reportedly attempted to weaken the text.
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Turkey plans to privatize the two Bosphorus bridges and eight highways for 30 years, with ownership remaining with the state. The awarding of operating rights is expected to be completed by the end of 2031.
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A new bike path in Ettlingen features lights that cannot be switched on due to a lack of permits and environmental concerns. Responsibility for activating the lighting remains unclear.
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Germany is considering the purchase of approximately 400 US Tomahawk cruise missiles. This procurement would significantly expand the military capabilities of the Bundeswehr.
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Four German states are calling for increased federal investment in inland navigation infrastructure and support for ships capable of operating in low water. They argue that waterway maintenance is lagging behind needs, while road and rail receive greater funding.
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