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Curated collections of articles on specific topics and themes.

The future of voting

The future of voting

Last updated: October 21, 2025

In the series “The Future of Voting,” we explore how new technology is changing the voting process.

Why we fail - the struggles of the Dutch startup ecosystem

Why we fail - the struggles of the Dutch startup ecosystem

Last updated: October 14, 2025

TechLeap’s State of Dutch Tech 2025 reveals a split: more scaleups, but fewer new startups secured €100K+ funding. Larger firms and scaleups are relocating—often to the US—for capital and growth, citing domestic hurdles like the nitrogen crisis and political instability. Key questions: Why are companies leaving? How can the Netherlands retain and attract innovative businesses to stay competitive?

The Hague Innovation Check

The Hague Innovation Check

Last updated: October 3, 2025

Which parties actually translate innovative ideas into the House of Representatives? We investigated it in this series.

The AI Pitch Competition

The AI Pitch Competition

Last updated: September 25, 2025

On November 13, nine selected AI startups will pitch their most innovative solutions. The Brabant initiative offers them a platform to present their ideas, connect with market leaders, and accelerate their growth. IO+ is a co-organizer and covers the event.

Watt Matters in AI

Watt Matters in AI

Last updated: September 19, 2025

Watt Matters in AI is a conference that aims to explore the potential of AI with significantly improved energy efficiency. In the run-up to the conference, IO+ publishes a series of articles that describe the current situation and potential solutions. Tickets to the conference can be found at wattmattersinai.eu.

Destination: data

Destination: data

Last updated: July 9, 2025

Where are Europe's cleanest waters to swim? Where can you enjoy more hours of sunshine? This summer, we dive into some figures about Europe's most popular destinations.

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Teamcaptains Then & Now

Last updated: July 9, 2025

Teamcaptains Then & Now

Dutch Diaries

Dutch Diaries

Last updated: June 27, 2025

Getting a job opportunity, moving to a new country, and settling in are three moments every expat has experienced. But how does the Netherlands look in the eyes of the foreigners who move here for work? In our new series, Dutch Diaries, we bring the stories of expats who moved to the Netherlands to work in the tech and innovation sectors. Why did they decide to come here? What do they like the most about the Netherlands? What would they change?

Behind the Figures

Behind the Figures

Last updated: June 27, 2025

In Behind the Figures, we take a deep dive into numbers. Using charts and graphs, we break down figures and provide context to help you make more sense of them.

Innovation Maestros

Innovation Maestros

Last updated: June 26, 2025

In the Innovation Maestros series, we discuss innovations from our little country that are shaking up the tech world.