Karsten Vildberger

Karsten Vildberger is a German politician and the newly appointed Minister for Digitalization and Modernization in Chancellor Friedrich Merz's cabinet. Previously the CEO of international retail company Ceconomy, Vildberger's appointment is notable as he comes from the private sector without prior political affiliation. His ministry, which is entirely new, has significant authority over managing the state's IT infrastructure, and he seeks to enhance Germany's competitiveness as a digital location. His approach emphasizes efficiency and collaboration, drawing comparisons to Elon Musk, although he is characterized as a more moderate figure.