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New push for open source in government and education
While open source may not always be the easiest or cheapest option, it offers us the chance to design our systems exactly as we want and increases our independence.
Industry and government discuss sovereign cloud design
The NDS Cloud Programme presented the Design and the first working prototype of the sovereign government cloud to industry and government experts for feedback.
Free access to ISO standards for government bodies
Government bodies can access the NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 27001 and 27002 standards, which aim to strengthen information security and cybersecurity, for free via NEN Connect.
Caribbean Netherlands launches Archive Agendas
The Island Commissioners of Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba have launched the Archive Agendas to strengthen the foundations of archive and information management.
Golden API award for smart water data exchange
Digital Delta API won the Golden API 2026. The API makes water data easier and safer to share, contributing to a strong digital ecosystem for the water sector.
Cabinet opts for introduction of e-invoicing
The Cabinet aims to introduce e-invoicing and digital reporting for businesses by 1 July 2030, aligning the Netherlands with the EU’s VAT in the Digital Age plans.
The Netherlands collaborates on standard for wallet certification
The Netherlands is working with multiple countries to certify EUDI wallets, including OWASP MAS, a globally recognised standard for app security certification.
Budget Day 2026: Focus on AI, cybersecurity and public services
On Budget Day, in his 2026 Speech from the Throne, King Willem-Alexander once again emphasised the importance of advancing digitalisation for Dutch society.
FAQs on the European roadmap to quantum-safe cryptography
The FAQs cover timelines, milestones, hybrid solutions, quantum risks, and the European Union's role in the transition to post-quantum cryptography.
Do you know which open standards apply to your project?
The Netherlands Standardisation Forum developed the Decision Tree for Open Standards, a practical tool that helps you answer this question in a few simple steps.
New guidance helps governments adopt cloud services
The Advisory Council on ICT Assessment (AcICT) has developed 4 key recommendations to help governments make well-founded decisions on adopting cloud services.
Quality of base registries remains high
The annual quality assessment found that link quality between Dutch base registries remains high in 2025. Moreover, quality has improved in several areas.
