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Berlin beats London (in tech)
Politico

The city has never had trouble attracting digital workers. First they came from Eastern Europe and Scandinavia, but more recently also from countries such as Spain, Italy, France and the U.K.

Because of its isolation during the Cold War and the fact that West Berliners were exempted from the military draft, the city has long been a magnet for artists and counter-culture types. It’s a cheap place to live and work (though less so), and offers a vibrant nightlife for young techies.