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Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the growing gap in battery technology innovation between Asia and Germany, with significant increases in patent applications from South Korea, China, and Japan compared to minimal growth in Germany [1][2] - In 2024, the total number of patent applications in the battery technology field reached 7,242, marking a 16.6% increase from the previous year, driven primarily by Asian companies [1] - South Korea led with 1,817 patent registrations, a 10.3% increase, followed by China with 1,591 registrations, a 22.6% increase, and Japan with 1,136 registrations, a 7.8% increase, while Germany only saw a 1.9% growth [1] Group 2 - Germany's automotive industry is heavily reliant on battery technology, and recent efforts to reduce dependence on Asian technology have faced challenges, including the bankruptcy of Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt [2] - Northvolt has halted operations at its main factory in Sweden, and its German subsidiary's future remains uncertain, with the German government and local states bearing a €600 million bank loan [2] - Despite setbacks, Volkswagen's PowerCo is continuing its battery factory project in Salzgitter, aiming for large-scale production within the year, while Chinese companies like CATL are expanding their presence in Europe [2]