Technology News in English
Latest technology headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
ASML is building the most complex machines ever: You have to shell out a few hundred million
ASML, a former Philips subsidiary based in Veldhoven, has become a global focal point for business leaders and journalists due to its development of highly complex and expensive machines. The company'...
AI can provide relief for swimming pools with staff shortages according to Gerald Dicker (52): Lifeguards are more alert
One streaming service stops paying for AI music: what are competitors doing about the flood of AI junk?
Streaming platforms are facing an influx of AI-generated music, leading to concerns about how to distinguish it from human-made content. While Dutch listeners show a preference for music created by re...
ASML raises growth expectations due to increasing demand
Chip manufacturer ASML has raised its growth forecasts for the year due to increased demand for chips driven by investments in artificial intelligence. The Veldhoven-based company is benefiting from t...
Court upholds ban on US acquisition of DigiD manager
Court upholds ban on Kyndryl's acquisition of Solvinity
A Dutch court has upheld the decision to prohibit the acquisition of the IT company Solvinity by Kyndryl. The ruling prevents the proposed takeover from proceeding.
1650 euro penalty for solar panel owner refusing digital meter
The Dutch government has introduced a fine of 1,650 euros for solar panel owners who refuse to replace their traditional electricity meters with digital ones. These penalties will continue to increase...
Beware, as the holidays are a goldmine for bank fraudsters
ABN Amro warns that criminals are increasingly exploiting personal data shared online to commit bank fraud while people are on vacation. Research conducted among one thousand residents indicates that ...
Think tank report: solar energy provides quarter of EU electricity for the first time
According to the energy think tank Ember, solar energy accounted for a quarter of the total electricity production in the European Union for the first time in June. This milestone marks a significant ...
After 50 years, humans are flying to the moon again: 'Crew reflects today's society'
For the first time since 1972, astronauts have flown toward the moon as part of a mission reflecting modern societal changes. The current lunar program highlights international collaboration and a foc...
ACM also investigating Odido measures to protect customer data
The Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has launched an investigation into the measures taken by telecom provider Odido to protect customer personal data. The regulator is assessing whether the ...
See! Daniel creates AI video (with music) about Haarlem's unique history
Haarlem resident Daniel has created a modern AI-generated music video detailing the historical Siege of Haarlem. The project has gained significant popularity on Instagram for its unique approach to l...
AI characters harmful even when clearly fake: 'Comparison is a reflex'
The emergence of AI-generated characters like actress Tilly Norwood in feature films is raising concerns about its impact on beauty standards. Even when such characters are clearly identified as fake,...
Can AI help with saying goodbye to the deceased? Grief professor Lonneke investigates
Professor Lonneke Lenferink is conducting research into the use of artificial intelligence in grief therapy. Her study explores whether interacting with digital recreations of deceased loved ones thro...
Going on holiday by electric car is getting easier, but charging costs vary significantly
Electric vehicle travel has become increasingly accessible, allowing drivers to reach their destinations with fewer concerns about range. However, experts warn that significant variations in charging ...
Haroon Sheikh explored how Eindhoven and Amsterdam can benefit from each other (spoiler: a lot!)
Professor Haroon Sheikh has investigated the potential for greater collaboration between the technology sectors of Amsterdam and Eindhoven. Following a challenge from former ASML CEO Peter Wennink, th...
Watching the Tour de France at the campsite? Your TV app might just stop working
Vacationers trying to watch live television abroad often face restrictions when using TV apps on large screens outside of their home network. There is ongoing debate regarding whether these limitation...
Meta pulls controversial AI feature after days of criticism
Meta has withdrawn a new AI feature on Instagram after only a few days following widespread criticism regarding potential privacy violations. The tool allowed users to generate images based on the pho...
Screen time | If you want to read AI-generated texts, you have to go to LinkedIn
In his weekly tech column, reporter Rutger Otto observes that LinkedIn has become the primary platform for content generated by artificial intelligence. His findings confirm the growing prevalence of ...
Apple sues OpenAI and two former employees for stealing trade secrets
Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that the company stole confidential information. Additionally, Apple claims that two former employees misappropriated trade secrets for the benefit o...
More reports of stolen packages: Thieves just walk right into the hallway
Police reports indicate a 15% increase in package theft across Amsterdam over the first four months of the year, with a notable spike in the Oost district. Authorities and legal experts clarify that s...
Opinion: The problem with data centers is that Amsterdammers only get a say once the permits have already been granted
‘Power will fail if we do nothing’: Liander must place 2,600 electrical substations in Amsterdam but nobody wants them in front of their door
New Meta AI feature lets anyone create images with your Instagram photos
Meta has launched a new tool called Muse Image that allows users to create realistic images using photos from public Instagram profiles. While Meta plans to introduce settings for users to restrict th...
Supermarket chain Lidl hacked: customer phone numbers and email addresses stolen
Supermarket chain Lidl has confirmed that hackers gained access to customer data, including phone numbers and email addresses. The company has notified the Dutch Data Protection Authority, although th...
Michiel de Ruijtertunnel closed due to faulty camera system
Michiel de Ruijter Tunnel closed again following camera system failure
The Michiel de Ruijtertunnel in Amsterdam has been closed to traffic due to a failure in its camera system, which compromises safety. Authorities are working to resolve the issue, but it remains uncle...
Cooling mist from the Dom Tower: the remedy for urban heat?
As the Netherlands experiences high temperatures, researchers are debating whether spraying cooling mist from tall structures like the Dom Tower could serve as an effective solution against urban heat...
Instagram and Facebook are too addictive according to European rules
The European Commission has found that Meta's Instagram and Facebook apps violate European regulations due to their addictive design. The company faces potential fines unless it can demonstrate that i...
