Ifo Institute: Self-Employed in Germany Relying More on Artificial Intelligence
June 17, 2026
June 17, 2026
MUNICH, Germany, June 17 -- ifo Institute issued the following news release on June 16, 2026:
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Self-Employed in Germany Relying More on Artificial Intelligence
The solo self-employed and microenterprises in Germany are driving the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) at a rapid pace: Currently, 51.2% of respondents use AI in their business processes. That's a significant increase of 30.4% over 2025. A further 16.2% plan to start using AI.
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Self-Employed in Germany Relying More on Artificial Intelligence
The solo self-employed and microenterprises in Germany are driving the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) at a rapid pace: Currently, 51.2% of respondents use AI in their business processes. That's a significant increase of 30.4% over 2025. A further 16.2% plan to start using AI.