Technology News in English
Latest technology headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Possibly AI-generated Kids Top 20 host sparks heavy criticism
The Dutch television program Kids Top 20 is facing criticism following reports that it plans to relaunch with an AI-generated presenter. Former hosts expressed disappointment with producer CTM TV's de...
Information meeting for electric car sharing in Uitgeest
An information session about electric shared cars will be held this Saturday in Uitgeest. The event is scheduled to take place at the community center Dorpshuis De Zwaan.
Behavioral psychologist Sanne (32) warns against constant AI use: ‘Ask yourself: are you using it to think better, or to avoid thinking?’
Slight increase in sick leave and 10% more accidents at GVB last year
Amsterdam public transport operator GVB reported a 9% employee sickness rate and a 10% increase in traffic accidents in 2025, totaling 965 incidents. Despite operational challenges like staff shortage...
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 ...
Temu fined 200 million euros for selling illegal products
The European Commission has fined the Chinese online retailer Temu 200 million euros for selling illegal products, including baby toys that fail to meet European safety standards. The commission deter...
Police take criminal botnet offline
Dutch police and the National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) have dismantled a massive botnet consisting of at least 17 million infected devices. The network, which included computers, tablets, and smar...
Two more car brands allow electric cars to feed power back to the grid
Kia and Hyundai are joining Renault in launching a pilot project that allows electric vehicles to feed electricity back into the power grid. The trial currently involves eighty vehicles from the two S...
Time for ‘Brainsterdam’? Amsterdam wants to collaborate with Brainport in a ‘tech corridor’
Amsterdam is proposing a collaboration with Brainport Eindhoven to create a "tech corridor" aimed at positioning both regions at the top of the European high-tech sector. The initiative, which origina...
Video | Wesley Sneijder winks at 2010 World Cup trauma in MobLand promo
ACM fines auction website Ticketveiling.nl for price inflation via automatic bids; thousands of consumers misled
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has fined the auction website Ticketveiling.nl 270,000 euros for misleading thousands of consumers. The company used a custom-built algorithm ...
Malfunction at newly renovated Cruquius bridges, roads closed for investigation
A malfunction at the Cruquius Bridges has disrupted shipping traffic since last Friday, preventing the bridges from being operated for unknown reasons. The N201 road between Spieringweg and Javalaan w...
Italians outraged over new electric Ferrari: 'Destroys legend'
Ferrari has unveiled its first fully electric sports car, sparking outrage among some Italians and former company executives who fear the move undermines the brand's heritage. Critics argue that trans...
Bits of Freedom files complaint with regulator over period-tracking app
The privacy organization Bits of Freedom has filed a formal complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority against the period tracking app Flo. The group alleges that the app violates user privacy...
TikTok shopping coming soon, but Consumentenbond is critical
TikTok is launching TikTok Shop in the Netherlands on June 15, allowing users to purchase products directly through the app's videos. The Dutch Consumer Association (Consumentenbond) has expressed con...
Fire service, municipalities and VNG call on government to revise building regulations
Dutch municipalities, provinces, and the fire department are calling on the national government to modernize building regulations to keep pace with social and technological changes. A study by TNO rev...
Researchers surprised: children's motor skills haven't declined despite increased screen time
A study by the Dutch Education Inspectorate shows that despite a significant increase in screen time over the last seven years, physical movement skills among eighth-grade students have remained stabl...
More people addicted to online gambling and designer drugs
Data from the National Alcohol and Drugs Information System (LADIS) shows a growing number of people in the Netherlands are seeking help for addictions to online gambling and designer drugs. These fin...
Ban on US takeover of DigiD fits tougher stance against Big Tech
The Dutch government has blocked the American acquisition of the company behind DigiD to maintain national control over its crucial digital infrastructure. Experts support the decision as a move towar...
'Traps' cleaning harbor water. Port of Amsterdam trials waste collection system: 'The power is in simplicity'
The Port of Amsterdam is testing a new debris capture system designed to remove floating waste like plastic and cans from the water. This pilot program aims to improve water quality in the Amsterdam h...
DigiD platform not in American hands, what now? ‘State-owned company is a very good idea’
The Dutch government has blocked the acquisition of IT service provider Solvinity by an American company to protect the security and privacy of the DigiD platform. This decision aims to prevent potent...
'Serious negligence' at broken IJmuiden locks: Lock island was inaccessible for days
Residents and volunteers are criticizing Rijkswaterstaat for 'serious negligence' after broken locks in IJmuiden left the lock island inaccessible for several days. The issues come four years after th...
Solar farms in Haarlemmermeer allowed to stay five years longer
The municipality of Haarlemmermeer has extended the maximum lifespan of solar parks from 25 to 30 years. Local officials hope this extension will improve the financial viability of solar energy projec...
Street art: look around you and find out what it means
A website has been launched to provide information about public artworks found on the streets. It allows users to identify artists and understand the meanings behind various installations.
DDoS attacks on Vodafone repeatedly disrupt Velsen telephone services
The municipality of Velsen has experienced seven telephone service outages in five months due to repeated DDoS attacks on its provider, Vodafone. The longest outage lasted over 25 days, leaving the mu...
Energy displays often lead to lower consumption, but not for everyone
Research from Tilburg University indicates that energy displays providing real-time data help households reduce their gas and electricity consumption on average. However, some residents prioritize per...
Information security inadequate at many large mental health organizations
The Dutch Health and Youth Care Inspectorate (IGJ) reported that a majority of large mental healthcare organizations do not meet legal requirements for information security. The regulator has demanded...
Former court employee sentenced to four years for selling data
A former employee of the Amsterdam district court has been sentenced to four years in prison, with one year suspended, for selling confidential data from judicial systems. The court also convicted the...
Review: internet folklore in feature film format with buzzing fluorescent lights, the smell of damp carpet, and the sound of a nearby creature
Holocaust Museum and ICC on itinerary for Steinmeier state visit
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife will conduct a state visit to the Netherlands from June 9 to 11. Accompanied by the Dutch royal couple, the program includes visits to the Nationa...