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Germany's Broadband Speeds Lag: 56th Place Disappoints

4/6/2025

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Germany finds itself in a disappointing 56th place for broadband speeds, trailing behind Spain at ninth. A Deloitte survey shows that 31% of Germans face regular connection troubles. While there’s a "right to high-speed internet," advocates argue that existing standards fall short. The government is pushing for better coverage through its ambitious Gigabit Strategy by 2026.

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Germany finds itself in a disappointing 56th place for broadband speeds, trailing behind Spain at ninth. A Deloitte survey shows that 31% of Germans face regular connection troubles. While there’s a "right to high-speed internet," advocates argue that existing standards fall short. The government is pushing for better coverage through its ambitious Gigabit Strategy by 2026.