# Germany Targets Tax Evaders with AI | Europe News

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Podcast: [Europe News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/europe-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7498547)
Published: 2026-07-18T11:42:16+00:00
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Germany’s tackling a massive 200 billion euro budget gap by launching a bold crackdown on tax evasion and money laundering, targeting a billion euros in new revenue next year. A new Joint Center will unite customs, police, and tax investigators, backed by 1,500 new hires and AI to hunt down hidden income—whether from illegal work or offshore schemes. Penalties are getting tougher, with longer prison terms, easier asset seizures, and closer scrutiny of crypto transactions. The goal? Make tax cheats feel exposed and ensure honest citizens aren’t left paying the price. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a55e0600f0c62acf

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