Episode 38 - Treasury Talk! Germany as an AI location: capital, expertise & regulation - how we are winning the race
Emine Ünal
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14 October 2025
Artificial intelligence is already shaping our everyday lives – and is set to bring about massive changes in the world of finance and treasury. But where does Germany stand in the face of international competition? Is it a lack of capital, courage or regulation?
In this episode of Treasury Talk, Tim Staudt, Managing Director of the Association of German Treasurers, interviews AI investor and strategist Fabian Westerheide about his views on the opportunities, challenges and misconceptions surrounding artificial intelligence. Together, they discuss how German companies and policymakers are positioned, and what would need to happen for Germany to become a true ‘AI nation’.
A preview of the VDT Treasury Day on 6 November 2025 in Frankfurt am Main – and food for thought for anyone who wants to play an active role in shaping the future.
Have a listen now!
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