Covers the spatial dimension of societal challenges, including energy infrastructure, housing, climate adaptation, vital systems and regional development, and how scarce space can be used strategically.
AI is developing rapidly and requires a balance between innovation and regulation in order to capitalise on opportunities and manage risks such as privacy breaches and discrimination. Read Anne Fleur’s reflection.
Is an age restriction on social media sufficient to prevent harmful effects, and can we learn anything from the alcohol ban for young people under the age of 18? Read Carine's reflection.
The Ministry of Defence learns from the business sector and prioritises innovation and collaboration with companies to continue defending the Netherlands and maintain its edge on the battlefield.
Data spaces are becoming a key pillar of Europe’s digital economy, enabling secure data exchange, fostering innovation, and providing alternatives to widely used platforms.
Sovereignty is not a luxury; it is a prerequisite for resilience, democratic integrity, and the long-term credibility of the very institutions that serve society. By now, we know this… but where to start?
Recent analyses by Draghi and Wennink indicate that the future prosperity of Europe and the Netherlands depends on sustained investment in productivity, innovation and strategic autonomy. Read Diana's reflection.
As a public organisation, how do you ensure that data is not only secure and available, but also delivers real value to society? The answer? Data governance.
Quantum computing is a key technology that is developing quickly and could have major implications for the Netherlands, both for our economy and for national security.
Startups and scaleups are typically innovative companies that develop and apply new technologies. They are on average more productive and can make an important contribution to strengthening the economic dynamism of our country.
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