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      Discover how AI, beyond the hype, helps companies optimise processes and make more informed strategic decisions – while ensuring trust and secure governance. At KPMG RealTalk, experts who not only observe developments but actively shape them will share their insights and provide you with concrete tips on how to successfully implement AI projects in your company.

      • Generative AI: Where we stand today and what lies ahead Visions of the future that shape competitiveness, business models and social dynamics. 
      • AI in action: From concept to agent Concrete insights into how companies use AI agents in practice – from idea development to implementation in day-to-day business.
      • AI in taxation: Tax leadership takes stock An assessment of current levels of maturity, typical misunderstandings and sensible first steps for companies. 
      • AI as a risk: Special investigations under increased pressure How deepfakes and manipulated evidence are changing investigative work in companies

      All videos on the topic of "AI in Reality Check" (in German)


      Insights from experts – these are our guests:

      Laura Bauer

      Laura Bauer
      Community & Public Relations Managerin, KI Bundesverband

      Nicole Büttner

      Nicole Büttner
      Founder & CEO, Merantix Momentum

      Andreas Fachinger
      Expert for Data & AI, KPMG

      Benedikt Höck
      Head of AI, KPMG

      Charlotte Kufus

      Charlotte Kufus
      Co-Founder & Managing Director, Flank AI

      Michael Rackow

      Michael Rackow
      Head of Investigation Europe & Africa, Siemens

      Ija Ramirez
      Division Director, Tax, KPMG

      Michael Sauermann
      Head of Forensic Technology, KPMG

      Tanja Schumacher

      Tanja Schumacher
      Senior Vice President Tax, Brenntag Group


      Inspiration, insights, ideas – these are the topics covered in this issue: 

      Generative AI: Where we stand today and what lies ahead

      Germany and Europe have strong AI expertise. The key question is whether this expertise can be translated into scalable applications, viable business models and measurable effects. Experts discuss how this can be achieved today and take a look at the future of AI.

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      AI in action: From concept to agent

      When it comes to AI, what matters less is what is technically feasible and more what works reliably in everyday life. Between prototype and scaling lie costs, integration and responsibility. Experts discuss where AI agents create added value today – and where their limits lie.

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      AI in taxation: Tax leadership takes charge

      The control function is highly regulated, data-intensive and prone to errors – and the demands placed on AI are correspondingly high. We determine where its use is technically sensible, legally viable and practicable.

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      AI as a risk: special investigations under increased pressure

      AI increases efficiency, but also lowers the barriers to deception and manipulation. Fake invoices, emails, and reports are now almost impossible to detect. We explain how the threat landscape is changing and how companies can protect themselves.

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      Further insights on the topic of AI

      One of the topics of discussion in this edition of KPMG RealTalk is the KPMG CEO Outlook 2025. The study shows that German CEOs' growth expectations have fallen further and are also below the international average. At the same time, strategic momentum is high. Despite the polycrisis, companies are making targeted investments, particularly in artificial intelligence and potential acquisitions.