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18 May 2026

Article: After DigiD there is a greater danger: the end of the Dutch bank

The recent commotion about DigiD and the hosting at Solvinity reveals something painful: our digital dependence on external parties is a geopolitical risk. But while The Hague is debating data servers and procurement rules, in the shadows a scenario with potentially much greater implications for our sovereignty is emerging. What if there are simply no Dutch banks? Colleagues David van Overbeek, Cor van Beuningen and Kees Buitendijk wrote an opinion piece. Published today in the Volkskrant.
13 May 2026

Preview-election of 2026

FOR organises an annual election for projects contributing to a positive development in society. This year's focus is: 'FOR Bridge builders. The image-election 2026 offers a stage and an impetus to initiatives that bring people and perspectives closer together. Together with De Bruggenbouwers do Socires along with the proposal 'Bridges to each other'