Cabinet launches international strategy for responsible AI
The Dutch cabinet has launched an international AI strategy for the safe and responsible use of AI with a focus on public values and international collaboration.
Technical agreement on testing profiling algorithm now available
Under the Dutch Technical Agreement (NTA) 8047, organisations can now take practical steps to manage bias and discrimination in their profiling algorithms.
Dutch government commits to sovereign, secure government cloud
The letter to Parliament, 'Exploring a Sovereign Government Cloud', marks a significant step towards digital sovereignty and autonomous public service delivery.
Proposal for cyber legislation submitted to Dutch Senate
On Tuesday, 7 July, Dutch Senate members will vote on the Cyberbeveiligingswet (Cbw), the Dutch implementation of NIS2, and the Wwke, which implements the EU's CER.
Dutch government steering towards greater digital autonomy
The report aims to support the government in decisions on managing server virtualisation software, in line with the Netherlands' Digitalisation Strategy.
HOSAN: Letter of intent on Dutch speech recognition signed
Various public organisations are joining forces to work together on HOSAN: High-Quality and Sovereign Speech Recognition for Dutch-speaking regions worldwide.
15 projects awarded 2026 Innovation Budget
From AI applications to accessibility and from data quality to public services in the Caribbean Netherlands—explore all 15 selected projects for this year.
How Statia is building a digitally resilient community
In this interview, Lady Alida Francis, the Island Governor of Sint Eustatius, elaborates on her approach to fostering shared responsibility for digital resilience.
Why GovTech Day puts collaboration center stage
Digital ecosystems only work when all stakeholders participate, State Secretary Aerdts argued at GovTech Day 2026, explaining the focus on collaboration.
Event: Europe Goes Once-Only, The Netherlands Edition
On 24 & 25 September 2026, policymakers and experts from across Europe will gather in Rotterdam to focus on advancing the Once-Only Technical System (OOTS).
Water authorities collaborate to build digital resilience
According to Bas Sluijsmans, CIO of the water authority De Stichtse Rijnlanden, cooperation among all 21 Dutch water authorities is necessary to address threats.
Joint procurement: stepping stone to greater digital autonomy
Pieter Legerstee is Head of Strategic Partnerships at the City of Amsterdam. His vision: to establish 1 set of legal procurement terms for the entire public sector.
