Spoke at a leading AI event in Germany — where @aqua-testing.bsky.social was an official partner. Showed how we built a talking AI employee for aqua — a B2B call agent that calls, qualifies & books meetings. But that’s not all! We also unveiled our AI Employee in Software Development Space. #AI

Most leaders still think GenAI is just for chatbots or content generation. But the real ROI is coming from places nobody expected. Together with other 20 tech leaders I shared surprising applications delivering measurable results in weeks, not years @forbes.com Technology Council cutt.ly/ir5cYmjM

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐐𝐀𝐬 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 The “minor” last-minute change before release The bug that disappears during debugging “Can you just check it in production real quick?” “it’s still not fixed” - from QA 3 AM PagerDuty alert 💀 QA nightmares are real. But with aqua cloud, you can sleep well.

Ever wonder why "cloud resilience" feels like an oxymoron? Today's Amazon Web Services (AWS) meltdown in Northern Virginia says it all — centralization's Achilles' heel. Lessons learned, prevention hacks, and leader advice in this article. Resilience isn't bought — it's built. cutt.ly/Dr8aioTG

In Germany’s 2025 NRW elections turnout was just 56.8%. Younger voters still 15–20 points behind older age groups. Quarter of voters already requested mail-in ballots during. Germany must ask: Is postal voting enough — or is it time to consider secure online voting to ensure full participation?

Day 2. 🔥 Firewalk — done. Now it’s about unleashing the power within and carrying it into life & business. 🚀 #UPW2025 #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #TonyRobbins #Greator #selfdevelopment #LANXESSarena

Fatherhood. Leadership. Entrepreneurship. All are firewalks. Today I return to Tony Robbins’ UPW in Cologne with my teenage son — ready to step into the fire again & carry that energy into Q4. #UPW2025 #PersonalGrowth #Transformation #TonyRobbins #Greator #selfdevelopment #LANXESSarena

“Leadership is not a title – it’s a discipline.” I recently joined the podcast "Black Belt in Leadership" for one of the most honest conversations I’ve had in a long time. We reflected on our paths — from competitive sports to building businesses. 👉 Listen in the comments. cutt.ly/drDVgN3w

Tired of scaling headaches in Europe? 27 countries, 27 systems. We live it — legal chaos, tax mess, lost time. That’s why I back #euinc one legal form, one registry, one startup framework for all of Europe. 🚀 Public consultation open till Sept 30 proposal.eu-inc.org #StartupEurope #TechPolicy

As we approach the October 2025 deadline for the implementation of the EU’s Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising (TTPA) regulations, it’s time to ask a tough question: Are these rules truly protecting democracy or are they creating more harm than good? cutt.ly/GrA58ImE

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝, 𝐈’𝐦 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝—𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲. QA isn’t just testing what works—it’s preparing for what could fail. More insights to follow. #Tomorrowland2025 #QualityAssurance

Sharing some thoughts on Forbes Technology Council: how small and mid-sized companies can use low-code AI tools to automate their workflows — in IT, customer service, marketing, and more. No huge budgets needed, just smart use of what’s already out there. ⬇️ full article: cutt.ly/KrU1eIiI

𝐖𝐢𝐞 𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐳 𝐯𝐨𝐧 𝐊𝐈 𝐢𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐧? 📌 Pflichtlektüre für alle, die digitale Transformation nicht nur diskutieren, sondern umsetzen wollen. cutt.ly/brUcd2QP #KünstlicheIntelligenz #Familienunternehmen #Mittelstand #Digitalisierung #Transformation #Innovation

Thumbs up to the German companies featured in this year’s World Economic Forum Technology Pioneers 2025 list. eleQtron GmbH – rethinking quantum hardware ACCURE Battery Intelligence – making batteries smarter, tozero – closing the loop on lithium, BlackForest Labs – advancing generative image AI.

Germany surprised me. According to Dealroom's 2025 Tech Ecosystem Index, it ranks #3 globally for top startup hubs. And Munich is quietly outperforming most of Europe. A quick breakdown 👇 • #17 globally in overall scale • #5 in startup density • Top 10 in AI & Deep Tech • 20+ unicorns born here

Building an AI startup in EU often means navigating a fragmented systems, slow funding processes, and regulatory hurdles. This piece captures what many founders experience firsthand: the need to stay agile, sometimes relocate across borders to find the right environment for growth. cutt.ly/QrEEX4YB

If you’ve ever pivoted careers, this one’s for you. I went from pro cycling to tech entrepreneurship — and learned that mindset is everything. Wrote about it in @forbes.com Tech Council cutt.ly/jrbvz7S1

TSMC is coming to Munich. The world’s biggest chipmaker setting up in Germany isn’t just about a new design center—it’s a signal: Europe is back in the game. Not just consuming deep tech, but building it. Semiconductors power AI, cloud, automotive, and more. #TSMC #EuropeTech #Semiconductors #AI

Last night I watched the documentary “UNLEASHED.” It’s centered around Tony Robbins “Unleash the Power Within” event in Cologne — the very same one I attended with my 13-year-old son, Jan last year. Sharing this transformative experience in the post.👇 cutt.ly/Hrx8IrDC #UPWEurope

#FamilyBusinessDay2025 Happy to join leaders in Berlin as Germany’s family enterprises face a new global reality. From diplomacy to geopolitics, the agenda reflects our role in shaping the future. Middle East–EU ties, transatlantic shifts, China strategy — it’s time to lead with clarity and courage.

Momentum at aqua cloud. We're seeing the results of strong market fit: new geo expansion, new meaningful partnerships, and earning the trust of forward-thinking teams. From North America to Central Europe, aqua is becoming the go-to test management platform for regulated industries. cutt.ly/xrxb0JkC

From Services to SaaS: What I’ve Learned Running Two Very Different Businesses cutt.ly/8rzSDwZu #Entrepreneurship #ProductVsService #Leadership #SaaS #QualityAssurance #DigitalTransformation #AI #TestManagement #FoundersJourney #Andagon #aquaCloud

The life of a founder and the life of a father have a lot in common. When you juggle too many tasks and projects, focus starts to fade—and something important can slip right through your hands. cutt.ly/QrlE0AAn

A milestone for Germany’s healthcare system: As of April 29, the Elektronische Patientenakte (ePA) is live for everyone with statutory health insurance. Link to full article cutt.ly/KrkgBZcD #DigitalHealth #ePA #HealthcareInnovation #AI #Germany #Gesundheit #DataPrivacy

What Europe’s Massive Power Outage Teaches Us About AI, Resilience & Testing cutt.ly/zrjS5WBe #AI #ResilienceEngineering #TestingInProduction #Infrastructure #EnergyTech #GridTech #Entrepreneurship #TechForGood #PowerOutage

Sharing some thoughts with @forbes.com as a Forbes Tech Counsil member on how businesses can use AI to truly understand their customers—not just faster, but smarter. Read the full article cutt.ly/zrh1kYmm #AI #CustomerIntelligence #ForbesTechCouncil #ArtificialIntelligence #TechStrategy

How will the role of a tech leader transform in the near future? What other changes do you see on the horizon for tech leaders? #techleadership

How will the role of a tech leader transform in the near future? #techleadership

How will the role of a tech leader transform in the near future? New domains are emerging that demand our attention—and our strategic focus. #techleadership

How will the role of a tech leader transform in the near future? We’re in the middle of significant shifts, and I’m seeing firsthand how the expectations for tech leadership are expanding beyond traditional management and technical expertise. #techleadership

Trump's rollback is a brutal reminder of how dependent Europe still is on US tech giants like AWS and Google. It’s a wake-up call. Europe needs to take control of its infrastructure. Germany’s GAIA-X is a start—but we must go further. cutt.ly/VrgyLoBl #GermanTech #EUUS #GDPR #AI #Mittelstand #GAIAX

Markets Are Shaky. Here's How to Be Unshakeable. "True wealth is peace of mind. And peace comes from understanding what’s really going on—and having a plan." 10 Timeless Principles to Apply Right Now⬇️ cutt.ly/Crf04aPG #investing #tonyrobbins #marketvolatility #financialfreedom #wealthbuilding

When a company invests in operational efficiency, it often starts with ERP. Approaches vary: 🔹 Big-budget global vendors 🔹 Endless customization 🔹 Or modern open-source ERP + AI agents My article explores how to implement ERP to drive efficiency—not just chase it. cutt.ly/zrfrigGH #ERP #AIagents

#OrangeMonday: A Shock for Global Markets — and a Wake-Up Call for Europe? This week’s market meltdown—dubbed “Orange Monday”—saw global financial markets plunge following Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping new tariffs. Implications for Europe: Crisis or Catalyst? cutt.ly/erdIrIjX

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The Federal Association of IT SMEs (BITMi) has issued a clarion call to Germany’s new government: bolster the domestic digital economy or risk irrelevance in the global tech race. The urgency for Germany and Europe to secure authentic digital sovereignty is undeniable. cutt.ly/erpUHUd0

Friday reflections drop. A Photoshoot Reality Check: Lessons in Balance, Self-Love, and 1,400 Photos I’d Rather Forget. The experience which made me hit the gym a day after. cutt.ly/3roIF3wo

The EU’s AI Factories initiative is a positive move. But let’s be honest: Does it measure up in the global race? While Trump is promoting the Stargate project with OpenAI, flooding it with $500 billion over four years, Europe’s €1 billion looks like a rounding error. cutt.ly/troc1GN6

Check out my latest article: Unleashing the Future: How AI Agents Are Revolutionizing Our ERP Implementation—and Boosting Efficiency by 85% linkedin.com/pulse/unleas... #Innovation #Automation #FutureOfWork #Technology #DigitalTransformation #Efficiency