Technology News in English
Latest technology headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Friends revive declared-dead filterless platform BeReal
Journalist Sam van Opbergen highlights the recent revival of the social media app BeReal among his circle of friends. Known for its focus on authenticity without filters, the platform is trending agai...
Zeelandic-Flemish concerns over nuclear power plants and other energy plans
The Biervliet Village Council in Terneuzen has expressed concerns over national government plans to potentially build two new nuclear power plants in the Paulinapolder area. Additionally, grid operato...
Energy companies build 'rust battery' that can supply four days of power
Battery startup Ore Energy and energy provider Budget Thuis are partnering to build the first large-scale 'rust battery' in the Netherlands. This innovative storage system is designed to provide elect...
Subscribers may not receive newspaper due to technical issues at FD printing plant
Subscribers of the Dutch financial newspaper Het Financieele Dagblad (FD) may not receive their physical paper on Monday due to technical issues at the printing plant. The newspaper announced the disr...
Cars breaking down in droves in the heat, roadside assistance working overtime: how to prevent a breakdown
The Dutch roadside assistance service, Wegenwacht, has reported a surge in vehicle breakdowns as extreme heat affects cars across the country. While many residents seek relief at beaches, the high tem...
Netflix to make Sesame Street movie after securing rights
Netflix has acquired the rights to produce a film based on the popular children's program Sesame Street following a competitive bidding war between several studios. The streaming service secured the d...
Amsterdam must redesign its financial system, which could cost millions
App that maps factory odors: "I would rather not have made it"
Amsterdam resident Bas has developed an app to track and predict odor nuisance from factories in the Westelijk Havengebied, such as ICL and Bunge. The app uses wind direction data to provide an eight-...
End of net metering hits hard: energy bills up by hundreds, but these tips help you recoup solar costs quickly
Dutch households with solar panels will face significantly higher energy bills starting in 2027 due to the termination of the national net metering scheme. Despite these costs, experts suggest specifi...
The Greenhouse | Dear robot, can I have the energy bill with this AI answer?
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan explores whether the benefits of AI models justify their substantial environmental impact. He notes that the rapidly growing sector continues to suffer from a lack of tra...
More TVs bought around World Cup, though quality isn't the reason
Television sales at major retailers like Coolblue and MediaMarkt are increasing in the Netherlands as consumers prepare for the World Cup. Despite this trend, experts note that the quality of World Cu...
Screen Time | In Toy Story 5, toys seek a right to exist in the tech world
Tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses the upcoming film Toy Story 5, which explores the struggle of traditional toys to remain relevant in a world of tablet-addicted children. The movie highlights the s...
Zelensky: Belarus must remove drone signal boosters
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has given Belarus one week to remove signal boosters near the border that he claims are used to assist Russian drone attacks. Zelensky warned that Ukraine will t...
Trump shows Qatari 747 to join Air Force One fleet
US President Donald Trump inspected a modified Boeing 747 at an airbase in Maryland that was gifted by Qatar. The aircraft is slated to become part of the presidential Air Force One fleet.
Groningen opposes nuclear power plants and looks to Parliament
The province of Groningen and the municipality of Het Hogeland are formally opposing the potential construction of nuclear power plants in Eemshaven. Local officials have called on the Dutch House of ...
Groningen stunned by government’s ‘surprise tactics’ over nuclear plant sites: ‘Highly disrespectful’
The Dutch cabinet is facing criticism from local officials in Groningen for its sudden decision to include Eemshaven as a potential site for new nuclear power plants. Alderman Eltjo Dijkhuis of Het Ho...
Groningen angry at cabinet over indecent ambush tactics
The Dutch cabinet is facing sharp criticism from local authorities in Groningen for its sudden move to allow the construction of nuclear power plants in Eemshaven. Alderman Eltjo Dijkhuis of Het Hogel...
Greening of Haarlem homes declines: fewer new insulation, heat pumps and solar panels
The adoption of sustainable home improvements in Haarlem has significantly declined, with solar panel installations reaching their lowest levels since 2017. Additionally, the number of subsidized heat...
New offshore vessel Windcat Haarlem offers crew cinema, gym and racing sims
Shipping company Windcat has launched the Windcat Haarlem, the third vessel in its series of six Commissioning Service Operations Vessels. The offshore ship is equipped with premium crew amenities, in...
Groningen increasingly considered for nuclear power plants against its will
The Dutch cabinet is considering Terneuzen and Eemshaven as potential locations for new nuclear power plants, despite strong opposition from the Groningen region. A final decision on the project is ex...
Nuclear power plants are coming, but what is a political promise worth?
The Dutch government has identified Zeeland and Groningen as the final two potential locations for new nuclear power plants. The inclusion of Groningen is controversial due to previous political promi...
KLM mechanics undergo training at Ministry of Defence
Seven KLM mechanics are participating in a pilot training program with the Dutch Ministry of Defense this September. The initiative aims to explore mutual support for helicopter maintenance, providing...
Wikipedia's birthday: 3 interesting Wiki facts about Haarlem
On June 19, 2026, the Dutch version of Wikipedia celebrates its 25th anniversary. To mark the occasion, the article explores the digital encyclopedia's coverage of Haarlem and highlights interesting f...
Solar panel sales at record low, but minister sees no reason for action
Climate Minister Stientje van Veldhoven has declined to provide additional funding to stimulate the solar panel market despite sales reaching a record low. She suggested that citizens should evaluate ...
Netherlands assigns Reaper drones to NATO to replace US
The Netherlands is making its MQ-9 Reaper drones available to NATO to replace American assets that are no longer being held in reserve for European defense. Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz stated th...
Online purchases must be easy to cancel starting today
Webshops and apps across the European Union are now legally required to provide a clear function that allows consumers to easily reverse online purchases. This new regulation, which stems from EU legi...
Anonymous OV-chipkaart no longer for sale from July 1
Starting July 1, the anonymous OV-chipkaart will no longer be available for purchase as the technology has become outdated. Passengers can instead use debit cards or the new OV-pas to check in and out...
Fewer entry-level jobs due to AI? Employers blame entirely different problems
A study by the Dutch employer association AWVN indicates that the rise of AI is not the primary cause for a decrease in entry-level job hiring. Companies reducing junior positions cite other organizat...
Home battery sellers claim energy label improvements, but is it true? Here’s the deal
Home battery sellers are marketing the devices as a way to improve a property's energy label and value following recent regulatory changes. However, energy advisors and Milieu Centraal warn that these...
Video stems from this ancient technique. ‘The magic lantern is the basis of everything’
The Toverlantaarn Museum in Heiloo is highlighted as a hidden gem that explores the history of the magic lantern, which is considered the foundation of modern video technology. This volunteer-run muse...