Technology News in English
Latest technology headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
YouTuber furious at prosecutors over link to fatal shooting of innocent boys: ‘Beyond belief’
YouTuber RouandYT has expressed outrage after Dutch justice authorities linked his channel to a fatal double shooting that occurred in Amsterdam on New Year's Day. Investigators claim the 25-year-old ...
Germany wants Europe's strongest military
Germany has unveiled a new military strategy aiming to become Europe's strongest armed force within thirteen years. The plan involves significant investments in long-range weapons, air defense systems...
Need a new or upgraded power connection? Apply before July 1, 2026
Individuals and businesses requiring a new or upgraded power connection are advised to submit their applications before July 1, 2026. After this deadline, all new requests will be placed on a waiting ...
Sources: US using Ukrainian anti-drone system in Saudi Arabia
The United States has reportedly deployed a Ukrainian anti-drone system at a military airbase in Saudi Arabia. Analysts suggest that the use of this technology over American alternatives highlights Uk...
Belgium buys fifteen anti-aircraft tanks for Ukraine
Belgium is purchasing fifteen Gepard mobile air defense guns to provide to Ukraine, according to reports from the Belgian newspaper L’Echo. These tanks are intended to help the Ukrainian military in...
Cosmetics chain Rituals warns customers after data breach
Cosmetics chain Rituals has issued a warning to its customers following a data breach where customer information was unlawfully downloaded. The company advised individuals to be vigilant against poten...
Concerns in Parliament over halt to power connections in Utrecht
Members of the Dutch House of Representatives expressed concern on Wednesday regarding the announced suspension of new power grid connections in parts of Utrecht province starting this July. MPs are q...
Action and Albert Heijn sell fake AirPods, Apple targets Dutch wholesaler
Retailers Action, Albert Heijn, and Sligro have been found selling counterfeit AirPods Pro that were marketed as genuine products at low prices. Apple discovered the illegal trade and is now taking ac...
Tata Steel tests plant after excessive chromium-6 emissions
Tata Steel is conducting trial runs at its Direct Sheet Plant in IJmuiden this week to measure emissions following an earlier shutdown. The facility was closed after internal tests revealed that chrom...
What is your data actually worth online? ‘The more data hackers get on you, the higher the price’
Following a data leak at internet provider Odido, victims are pursuing a mass claim seeking hundreds of euros in compensation. Experts explain that hackers pay higher prices for complete datasets whic...
YouTube prank appears to be motive for fatal shooting of Syrian boys in Piet Wiedijkpark
A prank call from a YouTube livestream allegedly triggered a fatal shooting on New Year's Day in Amsterdam's Piet Wiedijkpark, resulting in the deaths of two innocent Syrian teenagers. The suspect rep...
Drone deliveries to prisoners lead to limited sentence after deal
A 34-year-old man from Rijsenhout was sentenced to a four-month suspended prison term and 120 hours of community service for using drones to deliver drugs and phones to prisoners. The court in Dordrec...
Provinces demand urgent crisis approach for congested power grid
Dutch provinces are calling on the national government to implement urgent crisis measures to address the increasing overload of the electricity grid. The Interprovinciaal Overleg (IPO) suggests alloc...
Energy debate: opposition working on deal with government for cheaper public transport
The Dutch cabinet and the House of Representatives are debating a package of measures to address the ongoing energy crisis. Opposition parties, led by GroenLinks-PvdA, are negotiating a deal to includ...
Power grid in part of Utrecht province at capacity: no new connections from July 1
Starting July 1st, new power grid connections in parts of the Utrecht province will be halted due to network congestion, placing even residential requests on a waiting list. While this connection stop...
Electric driving for 150 euros a month? ‘I think many people would be happy with that’
The European Union is exploring a plan based on a French model to offer low-income citizens electric vehicle leases for approximately 150 euros per month. While the Netherlands has not yet adopted thi...
Haarlem gym teacher (49) who made girls perform online sexual acts to be released Wednesday
A 49-year-old gym teacher from Haarlem accused of online indecency with dozens of girls will be released from custody this Wednesday. The court ruled that the suspect is permitted to await his trial i...
Prices of used petrol and diesel cars fall gradually as demand for used electric vehicles skyrockets since start of war
The Dutch government has implemented an oil plan due to rising Middle East tensions and sustained high fuel prices. Consequently, the demand for used electric vehicles is surging while the prices for ...
Apple wins lawsuit against Dutch seller: counterfeit AirPods must be removed
Apple has won a summary proceeding against the Dutch wholesaler TTP Concept in Style for selling counterfeit AirPods Pro. The court ruled that the company infringed on Apple's trademark rights and ord...
State Secretary for Education and Emancipation Judith Tielen visits Dalí College Heemskerk
State Secretary Judith Tielen visited Dalí College in Heemskerk to observe the impact of practical education on students' interest in technical careers. The visit highlights a government effort...
Unique 1905 recording of the Wilhelmus discovered by chance in museum attic
The National Gramophone Museum discovered the oldest known recording of the Dutch national anthem, the Wilhelmus, which dates back to 1905. An expert found the rare wax cylinder recording by chance in...
VU professor wins ‘green Nobel Prize’ for groundbreaking fungus research: ‘Fungi are divas’
Security firm warns of crypto scams in Strait of Hormuz
A security company is warning shipping firms of potential cryptocurrency scams near the Strait of Hormuz. Fraudsters are reportedly promising safe passage through the region in exchange for bitcoin pa...
Help build a route planner for wheelchair users? We are looking for testers
Researchers are seeking testers to help develop a personalized and accessible route planner for wheelchair users. The project aims to improve how route information is presented to better meet the need...
Revolutionary therapy gave René (57) his life back: 'I had been shaking since childhood'
Amsterdam UMC has begun treating patients with essential tremors using revolutionary High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) therapy. This treatment can significantly reduce or stop uncontrollable sh...
UK relaxes solar panel and EV charger rules due to Iran war
The British government is introducing a plan to simplify the installation of solar panels and charging stations to stimulate renewable energy production. This initiative aims to reduce the country's d...
How LinkedIn sees your job application even without an account: from ‘rejected for lack of knowledge’ to ‘wants too much salary’
LinkedIn monitors the job application process by collecting data on interview statuses and internal employer notes regarding candidate skills and salary demands. This extensive tracking even extends t...
First NS train conductors start working with bodycams
The Dutch national railway (NS) has started equipping train conductors with bodycams to help de-escalate conflicts and improve safety. Approximately 3,500 employees are expected to be using the device...
Lawyer tears apart police investigation into Hoofddorp death penalty tweet: 'Series of procedural errors'
A 60-year-old man from Hoofddorp is accused of inciting violence against public authorities through a tweet. His lawyer has criticized the police investigation, citing a series of procedural errors in...
Mass claim against Odido explodes: over 200,000 sign-ups on first day
More than 200,000 people have joined a mass claim against telecom provider Odido within the first day of its launch. The collective legal action follows a significant data breach that affected the com...