The Dutch government has signed a framework agreement with German cloud platform STACKIT, its first such deal with a European provider, as concern grows over dependence on American technology companies.
Two sweeping asylum bills head for a Senate vote on 21 April. If passed, they would abolish permanent residence permits, restrict family reunification and criminalise undocumented stay: reshaping what it means to settle in the Netherlands.
The Dutch cabinet announced a nearly €1 billion package of energy support measures on Monday, including a higher commuter allowance and cuts to road tax for businesses, but ruled out lowering fuel duty at the pump.
A cyber attack on the municipality of Epe exposed the personal data of almost all 32,000 residents, including BSN numbers. Over 1,000 residents had identity documents stolen and will be offered free replacements.
Rituals Cosmetics confirmed a data breach in which personal data of loyalty members was unlawfully downloaded in April, the latest in a series of cyber attacks on Dutch companies.
