Publication series: Analyses & Studies
A ban on social media for children and young people: public attitudes in Germany and Bavaria
The study by the bidt examines the attitudes of internet users towards a ban on social media for children and young people in Germany and also provides data comparing Bavaria with the rest of Germany.
Working from home at the beginning of 2026
The eleventh survey by the Bavarian Research Institute for Digital Transformation (bidt) examines the use of working from home at the beginning of 2026, in Germany and in comparison with eight other countries. The study also…
The role of AI in Counterspeech: Assessing Risks and Potential
Hate speech harms individuals and digital debates. The study shows how AI can support counterspeech – and what risks need to be considered.
An AI Tutor Enters Academia
Using the AI tool OneTutor as an example, the study examines how generative AI is used in higher education and the experiences of lecturers and students, from usage contexts to perceived learning outcomes.
From Insight to Action: Practical Implications from Interdisciplinary bidt Research Projects for Navigating Digital Change in Organisations
Practical implications from four interdisciplinary bidt projects help organisations navigate digital change – across structures, leadership, collaboration and everyday work – translating research into action.
The bidt-Digitalbarometer 2025
The “bidt-Digitalbarometer 2025” summarises the key findings from a large-scale public survey on digital transformation in a concise and visually engaging format.
Findings report on the bidt-Digitalbarometer 2025
The report on the “bidt-Digitalbarometer 2025” provides comprehensive data on Germany’s digital transformation and compares it with Germany’s 2021 survey data and 2022 international data.
Spread of working from home and organisation of everyday working life at the end of 2024
The tenth survey wave on the prevalence and acceptance of working from home (7–10 October 2024) examines, among other aspects, self-perceived work productivity while working from home as well as opportunities for more flexible…
Prevalence of generative AI in private and professional life 2024
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is used by the population in both private and professional contexts. Compared to last year, usage has remained more or less constant. Only a minority are aware of existing regulatory…
Insults on social media: How affected are users on social media and how do they defend themselves?
Insults on social media are not a new phenomenon. According to a recent bidt study, users experience insults more frequently offline than online. Almost half never report online attacks. These are the reasons.