Merkel: No longer making the 'Raute' gesture - Angela Merkel retires her iconic ‘gemini’ hand gesture and reflects on AI
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel has revealed she no longer uses her iconic 'gemini' hand gesture. Speaking at a recent event in Berlin, she also shared her thoughts on AI tools like ChatGPT and her love for travel.
Merkel made the announcement during a discussion hosted by Stern magazine in the German capital. She explained that she had moved on from the gesture, which was last used by another chancellor, Helmut Kohl, before her.
She now finds it amusing when others mimic the pose, joking that it feels like 'plagiarism'. Beyond politics, Merkel spoke about her personal interests, including history and travel. She recently visited Florence and Pompeii, two destinations known for their rich historical significance.
On technology, the former leader admitted she had experimented with AI tools such as ChatGPT. While not overly enthusiastic, she noted that she had learned how to prompt the system to produce responses that matched her preferences.
Merkel’s remarks offer a glimpse into her life after politics. The gemini gesture, once her trademark, now belongs to the past. Meanwhile, her curiosity about AI and passion for history suggest she remains engaged with new ideas and experiences.
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