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Dutch Senate approves cyber laws set to take effect this summer
On 7 July, the Dutch Senate approved the 'Cbw' (implementing the EU's NIS2 Directive) and the 'Wwke' (the CER Directive). The laws will take effect on 15 August 2026.
Government launches international strategy for responsible AI
The Dutch government 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 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.
Government steering towards greater digital autonomy
The report aims to support the Dutch government in decisions on managing server virtualisation software, in line with the Netherlands' Digitalisation Strategy (NDS).
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.
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).
Demonstrating digital proficiency with KWIV
KWIV is an HR tool that helps map digital competencies within the government, specifically providing insight into the skills present across the Dutch public sector.
Electronic ordering: an increasingly common practice
In 2025, the Dutch government sent over 200,000 electronic orders (e-orders) to suppliers. A quarter of these orders were processed through the Peppol network.
