Technology News in English
Latest technology headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Wall Street wunderkind loses 30 billion in days as AI investment model fails
Leopold Aschenbrenner, a 24-year-old investor once praised for his AI-driven financial models, is under investigation after his strategy resulted in the loss of 30 billion dollars. The German trader's...
Police investigate TikTok livestream following Amsterdam Central stabbing
Police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred yesterday evening near Amsterdam Central Station, which was captured during a TikTok livestream. Four men were injured in the altercation, an...
Camera glasses offer solution for the blind and visually impaired: 'Make them an assistive device'
While smart glasses like the Ray-Ban Meta face criticism for privacy concerns regarding unauthorized filming, they offer significant benefits for blind and visually impaired users. Experts are now adv...
Screen time | Meta has caved and must now truly protect teenagers
Tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses how Meta was forced to implement stricter protections for teenagers on Instagram and Facebook. This regulatory pressure marks a significant shift in how the social ...
Instagram addictive? Meta demands YouTube and TikTok take action too
Meta has implemented stricter safety measures, such as time limits and night locks, for teen users on Instagram and Facebook following a massive legal settlement. However, critics are raising concerns...
Electric driving is the future, but can Amsterdam handle the rapid growth of electric vehicles?
200-meter wind turbines must be 400 meters from homes, new government standard announced
The Dutch cabinet has proposed a new national distance standard for onshore wind turbines. Under this regulation, the distance between a wind turbine and residential homes must be at least twice the t...
Video | Mark Zuckerberg returns in The Social Reckoning movie trailer
Should the NPO really want this? Creating content for platforms that aim to get children addicted to screens as young as possible
Secret services get more powers for 'national security': 'Our knife is becoming sharper'
The Dutch government is introducing new legislation to grant intelligence agencies AIVD and MIVD increased powers to combat national security threats, including foreign espionage and terrorism. While ...
Prime Video to adapt Stephen King's Crouch End into a miniseries
Prime Video is developing a six-part miniseries based on the Stephen King short story Crouch End. This horror adaptation was recently announced following reports from the industry publication Variety.
Saving points at MediaMarkt takes five times longer due to new terms
MediaMarkt has updated its loyalty program terms, effective from the end of September. Customers will now need to collect five times as many points as before to earn rewards.
Millions watch GTA 6 on Netflix simultaneously: platform buckles under the hype, reaction videos go viral
The highly anticipated presentation of Grand Theft Auto 6 on Netflix drew millions of viewers, causing the streaming platform to crash due to the overwhelming traffic. The event, which showcased nearl...
Netflix-style GTA 6 footage shows brutal executions, parachute jump over Miami gives goosebumps
A 30-minute presentation of Grand Theft Auto 6 on Netflix showcases the game's stunning graphics, intense violence, and an immersive open-world experience. The highly anticipated title is expected to ...
New GTA VI footage shows massive game world full of realistic details
A detailed look at the highly anticipated game Grand Theft Auto VI was released on Netflix following a series of trailers. Despite some footage leaking before the official presentation, the new conten...
Investors cheer record figures from US chipmaker Nvidia, driving ASML, ASMI and Besi higher
Investors responded enthusiastically to Nvidia's record-breaking earnings, which were driven by high demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure. This positive market sentiment also led to a ris...
Netflix explodes tonight, all eyes on the GTA 6 mega-show: 'The Night Watch of our time'
The entertainment industry is focused on the highly anticipated world premiere of the Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer, scheduled for 9:00 PM tonight. Experts describe the upcoming release as a historic eve...
AI chipmaker NVIDIA expects more massive growth due to sustained demand
AI chipmaker NVIDIA continues to generate significant profits as demand for their technology remains high. The company projects a 70 percent increase in revenue for the coming year as they struggle to...
ASML plays key role in doubling of Dutch chip industry
The Dutch semiconductor industry has doubled in revenue and employment over the past six years according to recent data from Statistics Netherlands. ASML is highlighted as a significant contributor to...
Meteorologists look forward to weather satellite that detects thunderstorms sooner
European meteorologists are preparing for the launch of a new weather satellite on Thursday that will improve the detection of severe thunderstorms and dense fog. This mission is considered high-stake...
US company cancels acquisition of Dutch IT firm Solvinity
American company Kyndryl has cancelled its acquisition of the Dutch IT firm Solvinity. The deal was controversial because Solvinity manages the platform behind DigiD, leading to concerns regarding the...
Meta settles for billions in mega-lawsuit over addictive apps
Meta has agreed to a settlement of up to $16.7 billion to resolve a major U.S. lawsuit concerning the addictive design of its Facebook and Instagram platforms. As part of the agreement, the company wi...
British actor Dan Stevens to star as RoboCop in new reboot series
British actor Dan Stevens has been cast as the lead in Prime Video's upcoming RoboCop reboot series. The original 1987 film was directed by the Dutch filmmaker Paul Verhoeven.
SpaceX to invest billions in new spaceport for moon and Mars missions
SpaceX plans to invest approximately 85 billion euros to construct a major new spaceport in Louisiana. This facility is intended to serve as a key base for future missions to the moon and Mars.
Many customers get stuck with company chatbots
Many companies in the Netherlands now use chatbots as the first point of contact for customer inquiries. However, research shows that over seventy percent of consumers fail to receive an answer or ass...
From Copenhagen to Paris, this is how international rail travel from Amsterdam is growing
International rail travel from Amsterdam is experiencing growth as new carriers introduce services to destinations like Copenhagen, Paris, and Berlin. However, further expansion faces significant hurd...
How to talk to your child about smartphone use: Checking is okay, but don't do it secretly
With 60 percent of Dutch children in eighth grade already owning a smartphone, experts advise parents to actively guide and discuss safe online behavior with their children. Rather than secret monitor...
Parents sentenced to prison for exploiting son who scammed people of crypto and threatened school
Bol can ship orders on time again after nearly three weeks
Online retailer Bol has resumed on-time shipping for all orders nearly three weeks after a cyberattack hit its logistics partner, CEVA. The attack previously caused significant delays and cancellation...
Australia largely bars AI-generated music from charts
Australia has implemented a new policy to exclude music that is primarily or entirely generated by artificial intelligence from its official charts. To qualify for inclusion, musical tracks must now b...