Tag: netherlands
Dutch Data Authority Investigates AI Chatbot Risks in Children’s Apps
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens, AP) is ramping up scrutiny over the handling of personal data by organizations utilizing generative artificial intelligence (AI). [more…]
Dutch Government and European Commission Allocate €930,000 for Cybersecurity Projects
The Dutch government and the European Commission have allocated €930,000 to support the development of cybersecurity projects in the Netherlands. This funding opportunity, offered through [more…]
Drugs found in Rotterdam agent’s home
On August 22, 2023, a police officer of the Rotterdam Police Unit in The Netherlands was arrested. He is suspected of dealing in hard drugs [more…]
Dutch Teenager from Amsterdam Arrested for Alleged Bank Helpdesk Fraud Involving Over €130,000
In a recent development from the Netherlands, a 19-year-old man from Amsterdam was arrested on Monday, July 31, under suspicion of executing a bank helpdesk [more…]
Prominent Cybercriminal Detained in “Operation Cookiemonster”: More Arrests Expected
A significant international investigation known as “Operation Cookiemonster” has led to the arrest of a 32-year-old Dutch national living in Brazil. The arrest, which occurred [more…]
Investigation into Arms Trade Uncovers Alleged Cybercriminal
An ongoing investigation into arms trade by the Landelijke Eenheid has led to the arrest of a 21-year-old man from Amsterdam earlier this month. The [more…]
Dutch Authority Bans Third-Party Registration of .nl Domains, Citing Privacy and Abuse Concerns
Starting from October 1, 2023, the Dutch regulatory body SIDN will prohibit third-party registration of .nl domain names. This new mandate is primarily aimed at [more…]
WICCON Calls for Papers to Highlight Women’s Achievements in Cybersecurity
The Women In Cybersecurity Community Association (WICCON) has announced a call for papers for its upcoming conference. The one-day, single-track information security conference, scheduled for [more…]
2023 Cybersecurity Outlook in the Netherlands
The National Coordinator for Counterterrorism and Security (NCTV) has published the Cybersecurity Image Netherlands (CSBN) 2023. The CSBN provides trends, incidents, threats, and challenges in [more…]
RaidForums user Databox convicted to 3 years jail sentence
If you’re a cybersecurity enthusiast, then you must have heard of the recent case of Erkan S., a data trader (known as Databox) who was [more…]