Technology News in English
Latest technology headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
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...
Scammers strike during transition from iDeal to Wero: Fraud Helpdesk warns of phishing emails
The Dutch Fraud Helpdesk has issued a warning regarding a new phishing campaign targeting users during the transition from iDeal to the new European payment system, Wero. Scammers are sending fraudule...
Bitcoin continues to rise, reaching $80,000 for the first time in months
The price of Bitcoin has risen to over 80,000 dollars, marking its highest value since mid-May. This surge in interest follows recent interventions by the United States government in the bond market.
Coming in 2028: direct trains from Amsterdam to Copenhagen and Malmö
Bijenkorf webshop fully operational weeks after cyberattack
The Bijenkorf webshop has returned to full functionality following a cyberattack at a logistics partner earlier this month. The incident had previously caused temporary ordering issues for many produc...
Italy to fine pedestrians for crossing while using mobile phones
The Italian Ministry of Transport plans to introduce fines for pedestrians who use their mobile phones while crossing the street. This measure is intended to improve road safety by reducing dangerous ...
Dr. Dre uses AI to make music: 'New tool'
Renowned producer and rapper Dr. Dre has stated that he utilizes artificial intelligence in his music production process. He views the technology as a beneficial tool rather than a threat to his creat...
Amsterdam students know what to do with your old and broken devices
Students in Amsterdam are collecting old and broken electronic devices from August 31 to September 23. Residents can register their items online to have them picked up by the students.
Millions of Tesla vehicles recalled in China over door handle issue
Chinese authorities have ordered the recall of nearly 3 million Tesla vehicles and 1 million other electric cars due to safety concerns regarding flush door handles. The design is deemed problematic f...
Illustration is rarely appreciated and is now being hijacked by AI: Illustrations make people think for themselves about meaning
Lawyer uses fake quote, possibly generated by AI, and must pay over 2300 euros
A lawyer has been ordered to pay over 2300 euros in compensation after including a non-existent court citation in a legal document, potentially generated by AI. The court ruled that the inclusion of t...
TikTok's European division posts first profit despite high legal costs
TikTok's European division achieved its first annual profit last year due to significant user growth. However, the company also allocated over $1 billion to cover legal costs and potential fines.
Frontrunners | This machine can still recycle 'worthless' plastic waste
As part of the 'Koplopers' series, NU.nl is highlighting sustainable projects that provide insight into the future. This week features a machine capable of recycling plastic waste that was previously ...
Streamers beg for money on TikTok, and it works: ‘You pay to go to the movies, don’t you?’
A growing trend on TikTok involves viewers sending digital gifts to streamers, creating an economy where users provide financial support for entertainment. While some streamers defend these payments a...
Nobody wants to pay for ChatGPT, so ads are coming: 'Many people find the chatbot mediocre'
OpenAI plans to introduce advertisements into ChatGPT, starting with promotional travel offers, due to significant financial losses. The company is pursuing this strategy as users remain largely unwil...