The Chamber of Commerce has announced the 100 most innovative SMEs in the Netherlands of 2024 with the KVK Innovation Top 100. Whether it’s energy transition, circularity or healthcare, we have listed some promising nominees. From more than 225 entries,…
Funding is essential for any startup. But how do you make sure you attract enough money to thrive in the marketplace? What should you focus on during a pitch to a potential investor? And what is the current state of…
Two Dutch consortia, led by Lionite and Onnes Technologies, have each been awarded €1.375 million to develop advanced vibration damping technologies for the Einstein Telescope. The SENVIDET consortium, headed by Lionite, aims to create ultra-sensitive acceleration sensors, while the ICVI…
The jury of the Marc Cornelissen Brightlands Award 2024, chaired by Maurits Groen, has nominated six entrepreneurs. Next Thursday, the six lucky ones will get the chance to pitch their story to the jury; three of them will then go…
Innovative companies with international ambitions and activities are getting better access to available opportunities for support and investment. To this end, the regional development companies (ROMs) and Invest International have signed a cooperation agreement. The agreement also includes agreements on…
The European Semiconductor Industry Association (ESIA) urges the European Union to implement a long-term, coordinated industrial strategy led by a ‘Chips Envoy’ to align Europe’s semiconductor goals across various industries. This role is seen as crucial in positioning Europe as…
Donald Trump’s presidency is perhaps one of (if not the) most controversial presidents in the history of the USA. Since being in office, Trump has divided America between the radical left and the radical right, with very little room for…
Dutch universities are voicing strong concerns over proposed government budget cuts in higher education, warning of potential long-term economic and innovation damage. Despite these challenges, the institutions celebrate their international appeal, with foreign researchers securing two-thirds of prestigious European Research…
A notorious Russian military intelligence unit, known for physical sabotage, has expanded into cyberattacks on vital infrastructure and government institutions in Western countries. The Dutch Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIVD) and other intelligence services have issued warnings about the…
The Netherlands is introducing stricter export rules for ASML’s sales of advanced chip machines, aligning with U.S. policy. This decision, aimed at containing technological risks and protecting national security, now requires ASML to apply for export permits from the Dutch…