Technology News in English
Latest technology headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Positive news about the crowded power grid: it seems to be leveling off
Waiting lists for business electricity connections in the Netherlands have stopped growing, with some regions even seeing a slight decline due to increased grid flexibility and new deposit requirement...
Hack of Danish population register serves as wake-up call for the Netherlands: This could happen here too
A major cyberattack on the Danish population register has exposed the data of nine million people after hackers infiltrated the system through a third-party supplier. Cybersecurity experts warn that t...
International train travel can actually be cheaper: Breda resident raises millions for his railway empire
Entrepreneur Hessel Winkelman has raised millions for his Breda-based rail company, GoVolta, which aims to make international train travel more affordable. Despite the focus on cost, the 34-year-old f...
Norway to temporarily ban AI glasses in crowded places
Norway is introducing a temporary ban on AI smart glasses in busy public spaces due to privacy concerns regarding unauthorized recording. The Netherlands is also debating the issue, with local retaile...
Data of nearly nine million Danes stolen in population registry hack
Nearly 8.8 million personal records from the Danish Central Person Register were compromised after unauthorized parties exploited the credentials of a private company. The stolen data includes names, ...
Cabinet plan to protect children online: 'They are facing unacceptable risks'
The Dutch government has unveiled a new strategy to protect children online, focusing on curbing harmful social media design, evaluating an EU-wide age limit for platforms, and banning mobile phones i...
Vietnamese turquoise taxis to challenge Uber and Bolt in the Netherlands
Vietnamese taxi company Green SM is launching its electric vehicle service in the Netherlands to compete with established platforms like Uber and Bolt. The company plans to start its operations in Ams...
How 'designer molecules' are bringing a breakthrough for patients with metastatic cancer
Researcher Hermen Overkleeft is studying sugar molecules in his laboratory to develop innovative treatments for complex conditions. These findings serve as the foundation for new medications targeting...
Rising sea levels threaten future of Delta Works: 'Construction takes forty years'
Rising sea levels threaten the future effectiveness of the Netherlands' Delta Works, prompting experts to call for long-term planning and potential structural overhauls. Since large-scale water defens...
Waste bin full? Future sensors may sound the alarm
The municipality is testing fill-level sensors in waste containers to optimize collection routes and reduce trash accumulation on streets. A pilot project is currently underway, with plans to potentia...
Full trash container? A 'fill-level sensor' may sound the alarm in the future
The municipality of Amsterdam is testing fill-level sensors in waste containers to optimize collection routes and reduce overflow. A trial with glass containers has already shown that smarter monitori...
New invention helps blind residents in Hoofddorp sort waste properly
A visually impaired resident from Hoofddorp has introduced braille labels for underground waste containers to help others identify different waste streams independently. Supported by waste collector M...
No trains and no passengers, but what is happening at Central Station today?
Amsterdam Centraal Station closed completely today for extensive infrastructure upgrades intended to modernize the facility for future passenger growth. Work includes widening platforms and replacing ...
Maybe we’ll soon long for the days when you were rejected for a stain on your sweater
Anne-Marije Buckens, who specializes in helping job seekers over 50, notes that views on AI-driven job interviews are divided among her clients. While some individuals like Laurens appreciate avoiding...
Elon Musk and partner split: 'From in love to dumped in one week'
Shivon Zilis has announced the sudden end of her relationship with Elon Musk, stating she was unexpectedly dumped just one week after they were on affectionate terms. Zilis, who shares four children w...
Screen Time | Trump fans the AI flames further as regulations remain absent
President Donald Trump and tech executives have agreed to a set of voluntary safety standards for artificial intelligence, though critics argue that self-regulation is insufficient compared to formal ...
Vibrations forbidden in new VU building: "We measure down to the billionth of a second"
The Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam has opened a new research building designed with advanced concrete foundations to block vibrations from nearby traffic and public transport. These specialized measu...
Tesla on track to avoid new sales decline after strong quarter
Tesla is seeing a rebound in global sales due to the release of cheaper Model 3 and Model Y variants, aiming to reach a record 1.8 million vehicles this year. In the Netherlands, the brand is also per...
KLM names first Airbus A350 The Night Watch, but business class seats cannot be used yet
KLM has officially received its first Airbus A350, which has been named De Nachtwacht, following its flight from the factory in Toulouse to Schiphol Airport. Although the aircraft has arrived, the air...
All city metro lines halted after system failure
A system failure has caused all metro services in Amsterdam to come to a complete halt. Transit operator GVB is currently performing a system reset and expects the disruption to last at least one hour...
No trains between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Haarlem due to power failure
Train services between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Haarlem have been suspended due to a power failure. The disruption was reported at approximately 10:40 AM, and NS advises passengers to check the travel...
Katwijk gives green light: US multibillion-dollar obesity drug plant approved
The municipality of Katwijk has approved the construction of a large-scale Eli Lilly pharmaceutical factory focused on obesity and diabetes medication. The project is supported by a 100 million euro g...
Anthropic plans November IPO despite 'catastrophic' risks to humanity
Anthropic is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering in November, with a goal to finalize the process before the end of the year. The company acknowledges significant existential and safet...
There are far more smart glasses than just Meta’s: does a ban stand a chance? ‘You don’t ban a club, but you ban this’
There is a growing debate surrounding the regulation of smart glasses following reports of them being used to secretly film women for non-consensual content. While devices like those from Meta are wel...
OpenAI fires employees for mishandling information
OpenAI has fired three employees after an internal investigation found they mishandled sensitive information in violation of company policy. The layoffs follow a series of security incidents involving...
'Forgotten' crypto sector fears exodus from the Netherlands: 'We are completely surprised'
The Dutch cryptocurrency sector is concerned that new tax legislation will force investors and companies to leave the Netherlands. Industry representatives argue that while other retail investors rece...
Opticians divided over sale of 'spy glasses': 'We won't wait for a ban'
Dutch opticians are divided over selling AI-integrated smart glasses, with some retailers choosing to pull the products from shelves due to privacy concerns and others maintaining sales. The governmen...
Haarlem switches to Zo Gemeld for public space reports
Starting October 5, Haarlem is replacing the BuitenBeter app with the Zo Gemeld system for reporting issues in public spaces. This new platform aims to improve processing efficiency and allows residen...
Bol pulls 'inappropriate' AI video glasses with manipulation stickers from sale, still available elsewhere
Bol.com has removed stickers from its website that allowed users to hide the recording indicator lights on video glasses. The retailer decided to ban the products after concerns were raised regarding ...
Space found for 300 Amsterdam businesses on the city's congested power grid
Grid operator Liander has managed to connect 305 businesses in Amsterdam by expanding substation capacity and introducing flexible energy contracts to manage peak demand. Despite these efforts, hundre...