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In dieser Folge der “PASSWORD Zeitreuse” reisen wir direkt zurück ins Jahr 2011 und blättern gemeinsam durch die Ausgabe 5 der Fachzeitschrift "Passwort". Es ist ein faszinierender Blick auf eine Informationsbranche, die damals mitten in einem gewaltigen Umbruch steckte: Das iPhone war gerade einmal vier Jahre alt, Social Media wurde zum Mainstream und die etablierten Geschäftsmodelle der Verlage standen massiv auf dem Prüfstand.

In dieser Folge besprechen wir folgende Kernthemen:

Der Streit um Google Books & Urheberrecht: Wir beleuchten das damalige US-Urteil, das Googles Weltbibliothek stoppte. Erfahren Sie, warum Chefredakteur Willy Bredemeier die Schadensfreude der deutschen Verlage stark kritisierte und argumentierte, dass durch das Verhindern von Digitalisierungen ein "riesiger Friedhof des Wissens" aus vergriffenen Büchern entstehe. Der Marktkampf um öffentliche Daten (Juris vs. Spiegel Online): Eine hitzige Debatte um die Kommerzialisierung von Gerichtsurteilen. Spiegel Online warf dem Rechtsinformationsanbieter Juris damals eine "Abzocke" vor, woraufhin "Passwort" die Berichterstattung scharf zerlegte und das nutzerfinanzierte Modell von Juris verteidigte. Der Kölner Branchengipfel: Ein Blick auf das damalige Treffen der Informationsindustrie, bei dem sich Giganten wie Juris und Wolters Kluwer sowie Experten von AT Kearney und Trend One austauschten, um einer verunsicherten Branche Orientierung zu geben. Forschung vs. Wirtschaft: Während Führungskräfte über Bilanzen diskutierten, evaluierte die Wissenschaft bereits die Zukunft: Wir blicken zurück auf erste Forschungen zur Usability von QR-Codes an der Universität und die Pionierarbeit zu "Altmetrics" durch die Analyse von Social Bookmarking-Diensten für wissenschaftliche Artikel. Überlebensstrategien gegen globale Giganten: Spannende Interviews zeigen, wie sich Organisationen positionierten. Die ZBW (Deutsche Zentralbibliothek für Wirtschaftswissenschaften) und der Anbieter Beck-online setzten als "virtuelle Bibliothekare" auf Qualität, Metadaten und inhaltliche Veredelung statt auf reine Masse. Zudem diskutieren wir die prophetische Entscheidung von Firmenwissen, früh auf ein modernes Freemium-Modell zu setzen. Apples "Goldener Käfig" – Die Plattformökonomie: Eine erschreckend weitsichtige Analyse aus dem Jahr 2011 anlässlich des Starts des Mac App Stores. Schon damals wurden die 30-prozentige Apple-Provision und der Verlust des Zugangs zu Kundendaten massiv kritisiert – Themen, die heute in globalen Gerichtsprozessen wie Epic Games vs. Apple aktueller sind denn je.

Viele der Konflikte um offene Daten, die Finanzierung von Inhalten und die Übermacht der Plattformökonomie wurden schon vor über einem Jahrzehnt präzise erkannt und verhandelt – und beschäftigen uns bis heute.

Welcome to the infobrokerworld News Update, where we bring you the latest insights from the German market…..

My Name is Ray Cooks the AI voice of the infobrokerworld Audio Line.….

My Name is Jennifer Bennett the AI voice of the infobrokerworld Audio Line.….

and here are today's top stories.

Today is May 22nd 2026.

Germany’s business landscape is entering a new phase of transformation. Automotive giants like BMW are strengthening their luxury strategies, while manufacturers across China and Europe continue to struggle with aggressive price competition and shrinking profits. Companies including BYD, Mercedes-Benz, and Volkswagen are facing mounting pressure in the world’s largest car market.

Meanwhile, SAP is accelerating its artificial intelligence ambitions. At its Sapphire conference, the company presented new AI-driven applications and outlined plans for a deeper integration of automation across its software ecosystem.

Financial markets are closely watching the expected IPO of SpaceX, which could become one of the biggest stock market debuts in recent years. Investors are also preparing for policy changes at the US Federal Reserve under new chairman Kevin Warsh, with analysts warning about higher long-term inflation and growing global debt risks.

Across Europe, mid-sized businesses are focusing on international growth opportunities through new EU trade agreements with regions including India and Australia. At the same time, companies continue searching for skilled workers and investing in sustainable logistics and renewable energy solutions to remain competitive in a rapidly changing economy.

That's today's business update. Thanks for tuning in to Business Insights. See you next time!

Welcome to the infobrokerworld News Update, where we bring you the latest insights from the German market…..

My Name is Ray Cooks the AI voice of the infobrokerworld Audio Line.….

My Name is Jennifer Bennett the AI voice of the infobrokerworld Audio Line.….

and here are today's top stories.

Today is May 21st 2026.

Germany’s business landscape is entering a new phase of transformation driven by artificial intelligence, financial consolidation, and global competition.

Software giant SAP is rapidly expanding its AI strategy under CEO Christian Klein, introducing faster product innovation and new AI-powered enterprise solutions designed to reshape the future of business software.

In the banking sector, pressure on Commerzbank continues to grow. Despite strong earnings ambitions and investor payouts, questions remain over whether the bank can resist takeover interest from Italy’s UniCredit.

Meanwhile, financial markets are preparing for what could become one of the biggest IPOs in years, as SpaceX reportedly moves closer to a stock market debut.

The automotive industry is also facing significant challenges. In China, aggressive price competition is reducing profits for both domestic and international carmakers. BMW is responding by strengthening its luxury portfolio with the expansion of the Alpina brand to compete more directly in the high-end segment.

At the same time, investors are closely watching the US Federal Reserve under new chairman Kevin Warsh, with expectations of a more political approach to monetary policy and continued momentum in AI-driven technology stocks.

That's today's business update. Thanks for tuning in to Business Insights. See you next time!

Welcome to the infobrokerworld News Update, where we bring you the latest insights from the German market…..

My Name is Ray Cooks the AI voice of the infobrokerworld Audio Line.….

My Name is Jennifer Bennett the AI voice of the infobrokerworld Audio Line.….

and here are today's top stories.

Today is May 20th 2026.

Global business markets are entering another transformative phase. German automaker BMW is strengthening its luxury strategy by positioning Alpina against competitors like Mercedes-Maybach, while software giant SAP continues its rapid AI transformation under CEO Christian Klein. Across the Atlantic, investors are closely watching reports that SpaceX could launch one of the biggest IPOs of the decade as early as next month. Meanwhile, Munich-based consultancy Ommax is accelerating international expansion through AI-focused advisory services.

In the banking sector, pressure is mounting on Commerzbank as investors question whether the German lender can remain independent amid takeover interest from Unicredit. Financial markets are also reacting to leadership changes at the US Federal Reserve, where new chairman Kevin Warsh is expected to introduce a more politically influenced monetary policy and a longer period of elevated inflation. Technology and AI-related investments continue to dominate market sentiment.

Meanwhile, global industrial competition remains intense. Chinese carmakers and international brands including BYD, Volkswagen, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz are facing growing pressure from aggressive pricing strategies in China. At the same time, German mid-sized companies are exploring new growth opportunities through fresh EU trade agreements with India, Australia, and South America.

That's today's business update. Thanks for tuning in to Business Insights. See you next time!