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Technology
With €340 million invested in local privacy and security startups over the past three years, Amsterdam is quietly becoming a European hub for companies protecting data in an increasingly hostile digital landscape.
sport
Free weekly groups and small themed races keep residents moving through local parks and former industrial zones.
culture
As July temperatures climb, the city’s cultural calendar pivots from canal-side terrace life to the rare discovery of a Byzantine past.
Technology
Amsterdam startups in Science Park and Houthavens secure fiber rollout commitments. New high-speed internet upgrades address connectivity gaps affecting remote work and cloud tools.
news
City coalition weighs next steps for growth amid ongoing shortages and tourism strains.
news
A snapshot of recent economic developments highlights challenges for the city’s key sectors this week.
finance
Fewer outlets and a 17% increase in available retail space mark pressures on the sector despite some new openings.
sport
Public and private facilities form the backbone for young athletes training and competing in the Dutch capital.
wellness
From the Marnixbad to the Bosbaan, the city's outdoor pools and open-water lanes are drawing lap swimmers away from chlorine-heavy indoor facilities, here's where to go.
community
With summer in full swing, Amsterdam locals are turning to nearby parks and waterways for fresh air and outdoor thrills.
news
Events abroad raise questions about energy costs, visitor numbers and community stability for residents already dealing with housing and infrastructure strains.
property
Rental returns in Amsterdam Noord outpace all other suburbs, attracting steady interest from property investors seeking strong returns amid the city’s tight housing supply.
finance
The local employment market in Amsterdam is adapting as external geopolitical and economic pressures influence hiring trends and talent availability.
news
As global pressures mount, Amsterdam’s economy reflects cautious stability amidst rapid change and complex challenges.
wellness
Amsterdam residents are turning to local fermented options to support digestion during peak summer cycling season.
news
As Amsterdam’s economy outpaces the nation, residents face both opportunities and challenges from surging jobs, inflation, and rising tourism pressures.
culture
From canal-side cabinets to avant-garde spaces, Amsterdam’s art scene reflects centuries of cultural transformation.
news
Understanding how housing scarcity, overtourism, and environmental policies have shaped Amsterdam’s current economy.
news
City policies on housing, tourism and mobility reach into neighbourhoods and affect how people live, work and move around the city.
wellness
Dutch dietary guidelines provide clear daily targets for vegetables, fruit, grains and protein that fit local food availability and habits.
Politics
The 2026-2030 agreement directs resources to school programs that shape daily learning for children across Amsterdam primary and secondary schools.
finance
Amsterdam's retail industry confronts inflation, supply issues, and evolving shopper behaviour as it adjusts to 2026 pressures.
Technology
Demand for AI and data roles climbs in the Dutch capital even as professionals confront questions over surveillance tools and sudden layoffs.
property
Amsterdam's updated zoning rules will allow taller buildings and altered facade requirements in select zones starting next month.
wellness
Free, timed, and open to anyone who can lace up a pair of shoes, Amsterdam's parkrun scene is quietly becoming one of the city's best-kept wellness secrets.
finance
Local organisers grapple with shifting economic conditions and international instability as they aim to keep the city’s commercial calendar vibrant.
Politics
Actions on condemned properties and park facilities target community development and local services in Amsterdam.
community
As the city shakes off pandemic shadows, nightlife spots from De Pijp to the Jordaan are buzzing again with fresh energy and offerings.
news
Restrictions on rentals, boat emissions and visitor pressure directly affect how people find homes, cycle to work and join neighbourhood events.
finance
Organisers and participants in Amsterdam’s business events sector grapple with economic and operational challenges amid a complicated global backdrop.
property
The Distelweg station opening has pushed asking prices higher on streets within 400 metres of the new platforms.
culture
From intimate shows at Paradiso to the Artis ZOOmeravonden series, the city's cultural identity pulses through its music venues every night.
property
With the city average now at €580,000, first-time buyers are hunting in Noord and the eastern fringes while the Jordaan and Canal Belt slip further out of reach.
finance
Amsterdam businesses face fresh challenges amid shifting global trade dynamics and local economic pressures.
property
Policy-driven supply increases and high entry barriers are tempering expectations for the capital's residential sector throughout 2026.
finance
European investors face headwinds as DAX slides nearly 3% and euro dips, complicating returns for pension funds and private savers alike.
property
Amsterdam's rental costs continue to outpace those in surrounding Dutch regions while buyer prices in the capital hold at an average of EUR 580,000.
wellness
National programs and city services provide screenings, vaccinations and targeted checks for residents seeking evidence-based options.
Politics
New environmental regulations in Amsterdam will influence employment sectors and municipal services, affecting residents’ daily lives and city operations.
community
Cycling routes and green trails around Amsterdam draw steady crowds this July as residents seek active escapes close to home.
property
Recent sales at major houses show consistent sell-through rates and select records, pointing to sustained interest in Dutch movements and specific artists.
news
Residents and workers across Amsterdam share how current economic conditions hit daily life amid ongoing city challenges.
wellness
Residents incorporate spots offering gluten-free and additive-free options into regular eating patterns across several neighbourhoods.
news
Recent shifts in local regulations on emissions, hospitality and visitor costs carry direct consequences for people living in the city.
lifestyle
Municipal programs provide direct support for removing paving, building facade gardens and installing green roofs with specific payment rates and conditions.
news
Residents respond to policies on letting restrictions, circular economy targets and digital privacy protections set by the city's governing bodies.
Technology
AI-specialist salaries are climbing past €95,000 while generalist developer roles stall, and the city's innovation hubs are reshaping where and how professionals should be looking.
sport
Runners can select from multiple distances across three events held at established local venues.
news
A numbers-driven snapshot of key developments affecting Amsterdam residents and visitors on July 13, 2026.
Politics
The single environmental plan required under the Omgevingswet limits new tourist shops and takeaway outlets in central areas while the city targets 52,500 housing units by end-2025.
Technology
From AI-powered lending to real-time corporate payments, Dutch startups are preparing to reshape banking over the next 18 months.
news
A quiet crisis in the city's property and short-stay rental market has pushed authorities to confront the widespread problem of duplicate and misleading listing images, years in the making.
culture
As the city welcomes a mid-summer surge of international arrivals, we break down the essential cultural stops and logistical realities for this Saturday.
news
A look at the key factors shaping Amsterdam's housing, tourism, and environmental policies in 2026.
Politics
A revised municipal policy compresses housing application processing from five months to two, affecting thousands of Amsterdam residents waiting for building permits and renovation approvals.
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