Topic: Digital society
How can society successfully undergo digital transformation? From the state of digitalisation in Germany to questions regarding its benefits for the common good, social change requires a dialogue prioritising knowledge transfer.
Distribution and Acceptance of Generative AI in Germany and in German Workplaces
Generative AI is gaining importance in the workplace. The study examines the use, perception, and concerns about generative AI.
Gender Inequality in the Labour Market
Due to the existing digital divide, part-time working women are among the losers in the digital transformation of the workplace.
Generative AI Arouses Great Interest Among German Companies
Interest in generative AI systems like ChatGPT is growing in the economy, but the impact on the labor market remains unclear.
High Expectations of AI
A large majority of the population sees AI primarily as an opportunity – both for the German economy and for themselves personally.
Executives Criticise Backlog in Digitalisation
A majority of citizens feel digitalization has too little priority in politics despite the backlog.
Influence of AI on the German Labour Market
The German workday is being sustainably changed by software and AI. For highly qualified individuals, this is due to AI applications, while for lower or medium-qualified, it’s due to software use.
Lack of Transparency and Traceability of AI Applications
Developing comprehensible and explainable AI requires specific incentives for the development of more transparent systems.
E-Government in Comparison
The advancing digitization of public administration does not equally benefit all social groups and nations.
Digital Education: Between Challenges and Potentials
The analysis of digital education reveals global challenges and opportunities. Research gaps, inclusion chances, and technology developments shape the global education landscape.
Gender Gap in Digital Competences
Compared to men, women rate their digital skills lower, particularly in IT security topics, yet show a stronger willingness to improve.

