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Criticism of period tracking apps asking about unprotected sex and masturbation: ‘A lot of intimate information’

A study commissioned by Bits of Freedom highlights that menstrual cycle tracking apps collect highly intimate data, such as sexual activity and masturbation habits, often without users knowing how it is used. This data is extremely valuable to advertisers, who find information about pregnancy and personal health particularly profitable for targeted marketing.

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End to intake freeze at Levvel, youths with severe issues can once again be admitted in Amsterdam

Care organization Levvel has ended its intake freeze for Amsterdam youth following successful negotiations to secure more beds for those in need of severe residential care. While access has been restored, the municipality is demanding better coordination among providers and has initiated an independent financial audit of Levvel to ensure future stability.

Electric cars are driving further into Europe, but watch out for hidden costs in France

Dutch electric vehicle drivers are increasingly traveling further across Europe, but the ANWB warns that hidden costs like blocking fees remain a problem in countries such as France. Drivers are advised to check tariff details in charging apps to avoid significant unexpected charges for staying connected to a station after a battery is full.

Vinted packages arrive late or at different locations when delivery system is full

Vinted is experiencing capacity issues within its VintedGo locker network, leading to shipment delays and the rerouting of packages to alternative pickup locations. To address the problem, the company is seeking to expand its infrastructure while urging customers to collect their items quickly to keep the lockers available.

Cabinet plans to require homeowners to install hybrid heat pumps starting in 2029

Beginning in 2029, homeowners in the Netherlands must install hybrid heat pumps instead of gas-fired boilers when replacing their heating systems. The government plans to exempt apartments and monuments, while a decision on future subsidies for these costly installations is expected by 2027.

Apax becomes sole owner of Odido in multi-billion deal

Private equity firm Apax Partners is acquiring full ownership of the Dutch telecommunications company Odido in a deal reportedly valued at 6.5 billion euros. The transaction is pending regulatory approval and follows the firm's previous joint purchase of the company in 2021.