Business Ticker: Rosneft Germany Remains Under Federal Trusteeship
The German government has placed Rosneft's subsidiaries under the trusteeship of the Federal Network Agency due to ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Federal Network Agency: The Dubious AI Control
Germany's Federal Network Agency has been designated as the regulatory body for artificial intelligence, raising concerns about its independence and the effectiveness of its oversight.
Energy Supply: Bavaria's Gas Storage Fails to Meet Legal Targets
Three out of four gas storage facilities in Bavaria fell below the legally mandated level at the beginning of February, according to a spokesperson from the Federal Network Agency.
Expansion of the Network: Still an Old Electricity Meter in the Basement?
Germany's slow digitalization is highlighted by nearly 24 million outdated analog electricity meters still in use as of September 30, 2025, according to the Federal Network Agency.
"We still have 45 percent, and they're decreasing by one percentage point every day"
Klaus Müller, head of the Federal Network Agency, humorously comments on the low gas storage levels on platform X, hinting at the seriousness of the gas situation despite his lighthearted tone.
Magenta Monopoly in Fiber Optics? Serious Allegations Against Deutsche Telekom
Deutsche Telekom claims to be a leader in fiber optic expansion, while competitors accuse it of creating distorted market conditions, prompting the Federal Network Agency to consider stricter regulations.
Next year: Grid agency expects "stable or declining" electricity prices
The Federal Network Agency predicts that due to the expansion of renewable energy, electricity prices for consumers may remain stable or decrease in the coming year, despite the costs associated with grid expansion.
Electricity prices in 2026 expected to be stable or falling, according to the Federal Network Agency – subsidies and renewables as reasons
Germany's Federal Network Agency predicts stable or falling electricity prices in 2026, driven by renewable energy expansion and potential subsidies, while also calling for fairer grid cost distribution.