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Germany's sluggish response to the digital revolution is another contributing factor to the current economic decline. While the United States surged ahead as a technological leader, Germany struggled with initiatives that would position it for future success. Ineffective policies, such as investments in outdated technologies, have exacerbated the digital gap.
The anecdote about a graphic designer delivering a file by horse instead of relying on slow internet serves as a stark metaphor for the stark irony of digital inadequacy in a nation known for its engineering excellence. This technological oversight has left Germany vulnerable as innovation increasingly rests outside its borders.