A third of Germans express concerns over their online activities
In a recent survey conducted by Funke newspapers, over 20,000 participants worldwide were questioned about their internet usage habits and perceptions. The survey, however, did not provide specific data on the percentage of users worldwide who perceive the flood of internet offers as a burden or who feel overwhelmed or unsatisfied with their internet usage.
One of the key findings of the survey was that more than one-third (35%) of Germans prefer watching short internet videos over meeting friends in person. This trend was not observed in other countries, such as Italy, Spain, and Canada, where residents are more concerned about the impact of their online behavior on their health (44%, 42%, and 42% respectively).
The survey also revealed that one in two (51%) Germans prescribe themselves internet breaks, a figure that is higher than the international average of 43%. In contrast, the USA and Canada had a higher percentage of people prescribing themselves internet breaks, with 53% and 54% respectively. Swedes, on the other hand, were the least concerned about their internet usage, with only 28% expressing worry.
Despite the valuable insights provided by the survey, it fell short on providing data on global internet usage rates, online self-prescription of breaks, and cross-country health worries about internet effects. EY’s recent surveys, which focused largely on luxury client behavior, AI adoption, and media & entertainment trends, did not directly provide data on these topics.
Olaf Riedel, Head of Technology, Media and Telecommunications at EY-Parthenon, stated that many users feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of internet options. He also mentioned that some users are not satisfied with the time they have spent using the internet. However, the survey did not provide specific data to support these claims.
In conclusion, while EY’s recent surveys provide valuable insights into digital consumer behavior, AI adoption, and experiential trends, they do not offer authoritative conclusions about global trends or country comparisons regarding internet use habits and health impact concerns, as reported by Funke media group. Further research is needed to fill in the gaps and provide a more comprehensive understanding of these important issues.
- Olaf Riedel, in light of the survey findings about the general-news topic of digital consumer behavior, hints at a growing concern among users, specifically in Germany, over being overwhelmed by technology (lifestyle) due to the vast number of internet options.
- The Funke media group survey, although it offered valuable insights into digital consumer behavior and global trends, did not include data on the perception of internet technology as a burden or its impact on individuals' health (general-news), which is a topic of great interest among users in countries such as the USA, Canada, Italy, Spain, and Sweden.
