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News
Greater insight into data-sharing standards
IDBS
New guidance on NORA Online provides organisations with more clarification on standards for federated data sharing within the GDI's Federated Data System (FDS).
Soft launch of open-source code platform for government
Open source
The code.overheid.nl platform is now live, enabling government organisations to collaboratively develop, share, and publish open-source software independently.
Government secures deal with cloud platform STACKIT
Digital Autonomy
STACKIT is a European cloud platform that Dutch government organisations can use under pre-agreed conditions, thereby strengthening digital autonomy.
Consultation on AI Act implementation bill now open
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The Dutch regulation implementing the EU AI Act has been published for online consultation on Rijksoverheid.nl. The consultation is open to all until 1 June 2026.
NDS Council to cease its activities with immediate effect
Netherlands Digitalisation Strategy (NDS)
State Secretary Aerdts (EZK) has informed the House of Representatives that the NDS Council will be abolished immediately, citing the need for a wider network.
House of Representatives approves Cbw and Wwke
Cbw (NIS2 Directive)
With the adoption of these legislative proposals, the Netherlands takes a vital step in strengthening both digital and physical resilience against growing threats.
Featured Stories
“The focus is no longer on why, but on how”
Digital Resilience
Practical insights from using the ethical tool DEDA
Water Authorities
“It’s time to make decisions and follow through”
Responsible data use