Overview

• The episode, airing April 21 on Das Erste, follows a double murder investigation in Hannover using the fictional AI software 'Kroisos.'
• The AI identifies René Kowalski, a man with a history of mental illness, as the suspect, but his death and subsequent events cast doubt on the software's accuracy.
• A journalist ultimately uncovers the true perpetrator, highlighting the limitations of overreliance on algorithmic tools in criminal investigations.
• Inspired by the Hessian police's use of Palantir's Gotham software and real-world events like the 2017 Dortmund bus attack, the story raises questions about data privacy and AI ethics.
• The episode juxtaposes traditional detective work with cutting-edge technology, sparking reflection on the balance between human intuition and machine efficiency.