A new German consortium comprising major technology companies including SAP, Deutsche Telekom, and the Schwarz Group is planning to build a large AI gigafactory, a data center dedicated to artificial intelligence development. This initiative is supported by the European Union, which is funding the construction of data centers to bolster AI capabilities across the continent. The move reflects Germany's commitment to advancing its digital infrastructure and competing in the global AI race. Meanwhile, Sweden's AI sector is focusing on ethical innovation, positioning itself as a leader in responsible AI development. The AI boom has also contributed an estimated €150 billion to the valuation of four of Europe's oldest industrial groups, highlighting the economic impact of AI integration in traditional industries. These developments were highlighted at the Handelsblatt TECH Conference, where emerging AI trends such as autonomous learning and smarter bots were discussed as shaping the technology landscape in 2025.