Government departments opt for secure SSC-ICT AI chatbot
In 2026, thousands of civil servants will gain access to a new AI chatbot: Vlam-chat. Several government ministries have expressed their intention to adopt it.
Checklist: how digitally resilient is your organisation?
The Ransomware Readiness Checklist helps organisations gain insight into their current state in the fight against ransomware attacks and identify possible risks.
Think Ahead: campaign helps prepare for emergencies
Only 3 in 10 Dutch people feel they are prepared for an emergency. The Think Ahead campaign offers guidance for situations without electricity, water, or internet.
EC launches DC-EDIC to strengthen digital sovereignty
The European Commission launched the Digital Commons European Digital Infrastructure Consortium (DC-EDIC) to address Europe's reliance on external digital tech.
NDS implementation programme: 3 questions answered
The implementation process for the Netherlands' Digitalisation Strategy (NDS) has entered its start-up phase. How will acceleration be managed, and who will oversee it?
Digital continuity needs strengthening
The research report 'From vulnerable to resilient' shows that the government is vulnerable to ICT failures. We summarised the steps being taken to improve this.
Quantum-safe Cryptography: new study offers guidance
To migrate to quantum-safe cryptography on time, action is required. Research conducted by TNO will help with step 1: taking stock of your cryptographic resources.
Budget Day 2025: government aims to accelerate digitalisation
Each year, the cabinet presents its plans for the coming year on Prinsjesdag. What are the key priorities of this outgoing cabinet in the field of digitalisation?
European Data Act has come into force
People using connected devices will have greater control over their data. Additionally, switching to other cloud services will become easier for local authorities as well.
Standards framework for special category data tightened
The decree on information security standards for handling special category data within the national civil service (VIRBI) has been updated to strengthen resilience.
Launch of NDS Council at iBestuur Conference
This independent advisory board, consisting of leading digitalisation experts, was established to help implement the Netherlands Digitalisation Strategy (NDS).
The Netherlands set to accelerate through NDS
Joint acceleration is the only option. That is the central theme of the Netherlands' Digitalisation Strategy (NDS) launched by the government. The NDS outlines 6 key priorities, with all government organisations working together as 1 to accelerate progress.
