Der Spiegel

Germany's defense leaders are reconsidering options for next-generation fighter jets following the collapse of the French-German-Spanish Future Combat Air System (FCAS). Defense Minister Boris Pistorius outlined three paths: purchasing additional F-35 jets from the U.S., joining an international sixth-generation fighter program like the Global Combat Air Programme, or launching a domestically led program with Airbus. The FCAS failure was attributed to unresolved disputes over intellectual property and military requirements between French and German companies.

German officials have finalized a plan to abolish §23 EStG, the 1-year holding period for crypto assets that influences tax strategies for investors. The policy change, expected to be voted on by the cabinet soon, will take effect in the next tax year, with the EU potentially following suit.