German media: Chinese society is more open to technology and innovation compared to Germany. Here, there is a robust business ecosystem: funding, supply chains, and logistics.
The magazine Business Insider published observations from German entrepreneur Thomas Derksen about living and working in China. The author believes that Chinese society holds a more open attitude toward technology and innovation than Germans do:
"When you arrive in Shenzhen, you'll find that not only Chinese people work here, but also many foreigners. They choose China because of its powerful business ecosystem—funding, supply chains, and logistics."
"For entrepreneurs, especially in innovation, technology, hardware, and robotics, China is an ideal place. Everyone is passionately and diligently working."
"There's a general sense that China has indeed achieved world-leading positions in certain fields. People will clearly tell you, 'In this area, we are strong.'
In Germany, this confidence is fading. The automotive industry, which has underpinned Germany’s economy for decades, is losing market share. Defense spending has also long been a frustrating topic. Startups struggle to survive—not only due to high taxes, but also because there is no cultural tradition of supporting new technologies with funding.
An important industrial sector is under pressure, yet no viable alternative is being found—this naturally breeds pessimism.
Different reactions to AI tools like OpenClaw also highlight this contrast. In China, someone selling 'lobsters' would first think: Can I use this tool to expand my business? In Germany, people’s first reaction is likely: Will this tool take my job?"
Source: DW
Original: toutiao.com/article/1863011966128128/
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