Stories from Amsterdam · Netherlands

Netherlands startup Ore Energy has signed an agreement with Dutch energy supplier Budget Thuis to deploy 1 GWh of multi-day iron-air energy storage. The systems store power for up to 100 hours. The specifics of the deal, including the partner and the scale of the storage, were not disclosed. The agreement was finalized in Amsterdam. This move is part of Ore Energy's expansion in the renewable energy sector.

Automaker Stellantis is reportedly planning to rely on Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers for its European market strategy. This move aims to access new markets and potentially reduce costs. Stellantis is moving forward with its new European basketball project, with or without the EuroLeague. The move signals a shift in the European automotive market. This strategy aims to expand its EV offerings and compete with established players in the European market. The specific Chinese brands and models involved have not yet been disclosed. Stellantis is reportedly in talks to sell electric vehicles from Chinese manufacturers like Leapmotor in Europe starting next year. This strategy involves leveraging Chinese EV technology and manufacturing. Stellantis is focusing on the electric vehicle segment with a strategy that includes simpler, more energy-efficient, and less expensive electric cars.

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has reached a comparable deal with Ridouan Taghi as was made with Iran, allowing for his release based on trust without oversight. Taghi is being given a second chance. Taghi faces serious charges including murder. Details of the deal were not immediately disclosed. Taghi is facing charges in a major criminal trial. A Dutch prosecutor has reached an agreement with Ridouan Taghi, a key suspect in a major drug trafficking case. Taghi is a prominent figure in organized crime investigations. This development could significantly impact the case against Taghi. Taghi is accused of leading a criminal organization involved in multiple murders. This development is in the ongoing legal proceedings.

Amsterdam's Artis aquarium, one of the world's oldest, reopened on Saturday following a five-year, €50 million restoration. The aquarium is a cultural in the city. Visitors can now experience the renovated aquarium. The renovations aimed to improve visitor experience and enhance aquatic habitats.

A Dutch radio program discussed European migration policies and the challenges faced by EU states. Dutch radio reported on a court decision in Amsterdam regarding the case against Taghi.

An explosion occurred in Amsterdam, with reports indicating a search for people trapped under rubble is ongoing. The cause of the explosion is currently unknown. Emergency services are on the scene, and a search for potential victims is underway. An explosion has occurred in Amsterdam, Netherlands, causing disruption. Seven people were injured overnight in an explosion and fire at an apartment building on Remijden in Amsterdam-West. An explosion occurred in a sports hall in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district on Friday morning. Search efforts are ongoing in Amsterdam following an explosion that rocked the city.

Web hosting provider Kinsta is experiencing a major outage that began at 08:08 UTC. The issues are originating from its Amsterdam data center, impacting services in the Netherlands. Services relying on this data center are disrupted. The extent of the outage and its cause were not immediately clear. The outage has led to widespread service disruptions for its clients. A outage has affected Kinsta's data center operations in Amsterdam. The disruption caused service interruptions for some of its clients.

Inflation in the Netherlands remained steady at 3.5% in May, according to recent economic data. Energy prices contributed to the overall inflation rate. This figure is in line with economists' expectations. The Dutch central bank will consider this data in future monetary policy decisions. This data was reported from The Hague. This indicates a continued trend of slowing inflation within the Eurozone.

Bizlink has acquired Interplex, a move that will strengthen its position in the Information and Communications Technology sector.

ING, a major Dutch bank, will deploy AI on a large scale to assess mortgage applications. ING Bank plans to implement artificial intelligence in its mortgage application process. The bank aims to streamline operations and improve customer experience. The AI will be used to streamline and potentially automate aspects of mortgage approvals. The bank is headquartered in Amsterdam.