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German DefTech startups assess the country's defense capability as inadequate, with 90% rating it as low or very low. Despite criticism, 49% would choose to establish their startups in Germany, a 10% increase from last year, while interest in the USA has plummeted from 25% to 8%.

Key issues identified include slow procurement processes and a lack of cooperation with the Bundeswehr. The survey conducted by Get Started involved 37 founders and highlights a growing recognition of the importance of data and AI in defense.