Technology News in English
Latest technology headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
German drone startup worth $18 billion after new funding round
German drone startup Helsing is set to raise $1.2 billion in a new financing round, according to the Financial Times. This investment establishes the Munich-based company as one of the most valuable s...
Dassen in congress speech: break ties with Palantir
Volt leader Laurens Dassen has called on the Dutch government to sever ties with the American software company Palantir. During a party congress in Ede, Dassen proposed redirecting the funds currently...
New cars and washing machines made entirely from scrap? Tata Steel, Volvo and Electrolux conduct groundbreaking research
Tata Steel Nederland, Volvo, and Electrolux Professional are conducting research in IJmuiden to produce high-quality steel for cars and appliances entirely from scrap metal using electric arc furnaces...
The Netherlands flooded by Chinese car brands: here is the reason
The Netherlands is experiencing a rapid influx of Chinese car brands, with over twenty manufacturers already present in the market and new ones arriving almost monthly. Auto expert Niek Schenk explain...
Ruud Gullit's AI clone can speak languages but can't play football
Tech reporter Rutger Otto's weekly column examines an AI clone of Dutch football icon Ruud Gullit. The digital double is designed to speak multiple languages, though it cannot replicate Gullit's physi...
De Veer windmill needed during flooding, but not yet at full capacity
The De Veer windmill in Haarlem is currently unable to pump water at full capacity due to a rusted screw that requires replacement. Volunteers are fundraising for repairs to ensure the mill remains a ...
Ziggo adds ESPN channels to basic package and raises prices for all TV customers
Starting in July, Ziggo will include all four ESPN channels in its basic television package, providing millions of households with access to Eredivisie football and other sports. As a result of this c...
ATM bombing is a criminal craft in which the Netherlands excels
Columnist, activist and opinion maker Karin Spaink dies at 68
Karin Spaink, a renowned Dutch columnist and activist, has passed away at the age of 68 after choosing euthanasia following a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis and cancer. Over her thirty-year caree...
Foghorns, fireworks and smoke at the christening of new trawler Annie Hillina as Bloom protest group leaves early
The Dutch fishing industry celebrated the christening of the KW-170 'Annie Hillina' in IJmuiden, marking the first new Dutch freezer trawler commissioned since 2000. The event featured fireworks and s...
GPs and patients affected by data center fire: "Major impact"
A fire at a data center in Almere has disrupted services for general practitioners and patients, specifically affecting those using the Bricks Huisarts portal in the Amsterdam region. The outage has f...
Work continues day and night at Heemskerk beach: 400,000 cubic meters of extra sand to keep feet dry as ‘the Netherlands gets smaller’
Approximately 400,000 cubic meters of sand have been added to the beach at Heemskerk after two weeks of intensive work. This coastal reinforcement project aims to maintain the shoreline and protect th...
Bram Tenhaeff (1954-2026) kept reading until his final day, and continued to share what he had read
Bram Tenhaeff, a dedicated physics teacher at Jac. P. Thijsse in Castricum, passed away in 2026 after a career defined by his passion for reading and innovative educational projects. He was well-known...
High demand for Rheinmetall air defense systems in the Middle East
German defense company Rheinmetall reports a significant increase in demand for its air defense systems in the Middle East since the outbreak of war. The company aims to double the number of systems d...
Damage from Almere data center fire not yet assessed
NorthC is currently assessing the damage at its Almere data center following a fire that broke out on Thursday. Although the fire was brought under control that evening, the company is still working t...
Beware of AI companies, expert warns: ‘They are preying on our data to feed their systems’
Former MEP Marietje Schaake warns of the growing influence and data collection practices of AI companies in her new book, The Power Code. She argues that these corporations aggressively seek user data...
Bargain hunters lured by 90 percent discounts at Fonq, but it turns out to be a trap
Scammers are using fake advertisements on TikTok and Instagram to lure bargain hunters with claims of 90 percent discounts due to a supposed bankruptcy of the webshop Fonq. The Dutch Fraudehelpdesk ha...
Netherlands-based company behind taxi app fined 100 million euros for leaks to Russia
The Netherlands-based company MLU, which operates the taxi app Yango in Norway and Finland, has been fined 100 million euros for insufficient security when transferring user data to Russia. The fine f...
Mandatory in new cars as of July 1, 2026: black box, new brake lights, and driver monitoring camera
New European safety regulations taking effect on July 1, 2026, will make features like black boxes and driver-monitoring cameras mandatory in all new cars. While intended to improve road safety, these...
Painful for Nintendo and a blow for fans: Switch 2 to be slightly more expensive
Nintendo is increasing the price of the Switch 2 in Europe by approximately 30 euros, bringing the total cost to 500 euros. Additionally, the company expects to sell fewer units this year compared to ...
Four years after COVID, pandemic effects on exam candidates have worn off: 'But youth feel pressure from social media'
Current exam candidates have largely caught up on learning gaps caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, experts warn that students are still experiencing significant pressure, which is now increasin...
VU disconnects systems after hack, possible impact on education
VU disconnects systems after hack, potential impact on education
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam has disconnected its systems from the Canvas educational software following a cyberattack by the hacker group ShinyHunters. The hack targeted several Dutch universities on...
Municipalities concerned about DigiD platform takeover. ‘This shows the dependency of municipalities on national choices’
Dutch municipalities are expressing concern over the potential takeover of digital service platforms like DigiD and MijnOverheid by non-European companies. While acknowledging a long-standing dependen...
Parcel lockers coming to Smedestraat and Kruisstraat bike parking facilities
Parcel lockers will be installed in two public bicycle parking facilities in Haarlem following a decision by Alderman Bas van Leeuwen. One locker will be placed in the Smedestraat facility after its r...
Nearly 30 municipalities considering fat bike ban, some waiting for national policy
A survey of Dutch municipalities reveals that nearly 30 local governments are considering a potential ban on fatbikes. While some municipalities are exploring local measures, others are currently wait...
Prank calls after fatal Osdorp shooting subject of debate: Halsema seeks more powers against inflammatory online posts
Heavy smoke from major fire at data center in Almere
Had a Netflix subscription? A class action lawsuit is being prepared, and you can join for free
The Stichting Bescherming Consumentenbelang is preparing a mass claim against Netflix for increasing subscription prices since 2017 without clear transparency. The foundation argues that these price h...
Hotels seize Booking.com records in legal claim case
A bailiff has seized part of Booking.com's administrative records at the request of hotels currently engaged in a legal claim against the platform. The hotels sought the seizure after alleging that Bo...