Frankfurter Buchmesse opens - Sharp criticism of tech giants - Dorothee Elmiger Wins German Book Prize; Frankfurt Fair Debates Tech's 'Digital Colonialism'
Dorothee Elmiger was crowned the winner of the prestigious German Book Prize on Monday. The award, presented at the eve of the Frankfurt Book Fair, recognised her novel 'The Dutchwomen'. Meanwhile, the fair, one of the world's largest industry gatherings, kicked off on Tuesday, attracting tech giants from the USA and China.
Elmiger's novel, 'Die Holländerinnen', set in the South American rainforest, captivated the jury. They hailed it as the 'novel of the year'. The Frankfurt Book Fair, running until Sunday, features the Philippines as its guest country.
The event has sparked debate. Tech giants are accused of 'digital colonialism'. They're criticised for training AI systems using billions of works without authorisation. AI companies are also slammed for 'sucking creative potential out of smart minds' without consent or payment.
The fair isn't just about books. It's a platform for discussions on industry trends. The Youth Word of the Year 2025 will be announced on Saturday. Finalists include 'Checkst du', 'Das crazy', and 'Goonen'. Additionally, historian Karl Schloegel will receive the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade on Sunday.
The Frankfurt Book Fair continues, bringing together publishers, authors, and tech giants. It's a stage for literary awards, like Elmiger's German Book Prize, and a forum for crucial debates about the digital world's power dynamics.
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