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Quantum technology can be of immense value to the Netherlands once supply and demand truly meet.

Wimar Bolhuis is temporarily stepping back from all his TNO duties to campaign for the parliamentary elections, with Lotte de Groen and Anne Fleur van Veenstra taking over in the meantime.

Building on the UNESCO recommendation, the Netherlands presents a groundbreaking report demonstrating how ethical AI can be achieved. These insights and methodologies not only provide direction for our own country, but also serve as inspiration for others around the world.

TNO Vector, commissioned by the Dutch Parliament, investigated how the Netherlands can respond to the Draghi report on Europe's competitive position relative to the US and China.

How are recent AI developments and investments influencing the technological race between the VS and China? Read Lotte's reflection.

TNO is exploring new forms of chain collaboration to see to what extent it helps shape and accelerate industrial transformation.

To reduce the EU's innovation gap, digitalisation and AI, based on European values, are essential. Read the reflection by Anne Fleur van Veenstra.

The Netherlands is working harder than ever, with a record of 9.8 million people employed. However, without a significant boost in labour productivity, widespread prosperity remains out of reach.

In 2025, we are playing on multiple chessboards simultaneously. How does the Netherlands remain flexible and ensure broad prosperity amidst geopolitical tensions and disruptive technologies? TNO's literature review offers insights for strategists.

Salt is not only a flavour enhancer and de-icing agent, but also an indispensable link in the energy transition, discovered Thijmen van Bree, economist and researcher at TNO Vector.

Investments in R&D are crucial for achieving a resilient economy and society. However, the Netherlands struggles to meet its ambitions regarding R&D expenditures.

Missions are central to Dutch innovation policy. Despite successes, the current societal challenges call for a transformative approach.

Which companies based in our country spend the most on R&D? TW,VNO-NCW, and TNO have jointly compiled the top 30.

At the beginning of September, the report 'The Future of European Competitiveness' by Mario Draghi was published. His analysis – the EU is lagging behind the US and China.

To master cybersecurity, collaboration is essential. With its expertise in 6G, crypto, AI, and quantum technology, the Netherlands can play a leading role.