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Oct 19, 2026 at 11:07 PM ET
Merz urges German businesses to embrace AI
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Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged businesses to embrace artificial intelligence at an industry summit in Berlin, as Nvidia announced planned investments in four German startups. Merz and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang are also set to unveil a joint AI pact intended to speed the integration of AI products across German industry.
WHO: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Nvidia
WHAT: Merz urged businesses to embrace AI as Nvidia announced planned investments in four German startups.
WHEN: Reported Oct 19, 2026 at 10:16 PM ET
WHERE: Berlin, Germany
WHY: Merz urged businesses to embrace AI as part of efforts to speed AI integration across German industry.
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