IO+ Podcasts

Today, we're exploring philosophical questions about economic growth and examining whether Brainport Eindhoven's tech success truly benefits everyone in the region.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/world-class-industry-only-with-a-world-class-societyandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/brainport-eindhoven-top-tech-but-is-society-keeping-up

Today, we explore China's ambitious quest to rival ASML's chip technology, followed by groundbreaking Dutch research on how our built environments shape our health and wellbeing.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/chinas-all-or-nothing-race-for-chip-independenceandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/from-concrete-to-greenery-how-the-environment-affects-health

Today, we explore Dutch aerospace innovation with Antennex's ESA contract and examine how European cities are becoming innovation powerhouses, with special attention to Rotterdam's impressive ranking.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/europes-future-hinges-on-cities-ability-to-innovateandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/antennex-secures-esa-contract-to-boost-satellite-testing

Today, we explore the alarming rise of AI-powered cybercrime forecast for 2026 and a refreshingly hopeful approach to sustainable construction in the Netherlands.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/new-types-of-cybercrime-emerge-in-2026-experts-reveal-andhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/hope-as-the-basis-for-circular-and-sustainable-construction

Today, we explore Europe's EV battery landscape with French startup Verkor's new gigafactory, and examine the growing power consumption of Dutch data centers.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/power-consumption-data-centers-in-the-netherlands-increased-againandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/verkor-sparks-new-hope-for-a-european-battery-ecosystem

Today we're exploring European drone autonomy systems and a breakthrough in quantum computing that might eliminate the need for extreme cooling.Sourceshttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/vtecs-quspads-aim-to-break-quantum-free-from-the-freezerandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/lightforce-aims-to-end-the-autonomy-compromise---europe-listens

Today, we explore today's most compelling tech stories. From celebrating female leadership in Dutch technology to examining what Europe needs to create more unicorns, we've got an innovation-packed episode ahead. This is also the day on which Peter Wennink will uncover his advice for boosting the Dutch economy. Keep a sharp eye on the IO+ website to know the details.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/medtech-architect-carmen-van-vilsteren-crowned-female-tech-heroandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/reform-and-capital-keys-for-europe-to-create-more-unicorns

Today, we explore two critical stories from the Dutch innovation landscape. We'll examine persistent gender bias in technical education and explore why Dutch deeptech companies urgently need four billion euros to survive.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/school-recommendations-disadvantage-girls-and-the-tech-sectorandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/techleap-and-tno-warn-its-a-new-ballgame-for-dutch-deeptech

Today, we explore two pressing issues in tech: the power crisis facing data centers and the challenges Dutch startups face when trying to scale up in today's competitive landscape.Sources: https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/a-national-vision-and-deeptech-focus-ideas-to-scale-dutch-techandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/the-energy-industry-needs-to-understand-more-about-compute

Today, we explore how AI is creating personalized superfoods for plants and a remarkable navigation system that works when GPS fails.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/vydar-wants-to-make-gps-denied-navigation-a-european-strongholdandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/symbiomatch-where-nature-meets-ai-for-healthier-soils-and-yields

Today, we explore an ambitious AI chip startup with European roots and a breakthrough gut-health technology that's putting our microbiome on microchips.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/how-a-european-dream-could-collide-with-harsh-financial-realityandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/niums-gut-on-a-chip-unlocks-the-future-of-food-and-health-

Today, we explore how Eindhoven University students are revolutionizing sustainable living and examine the EU's ambitious plan for raw materials independence.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/how-team-casa-builds-the-future-of-sustainable-livingandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/new-eu-plan-aims-to-break-chinese-raw-materials-monopoly

Today, we explore Erasmus University's new AI-driven sustainability platform and a breakthrough in regenerative medicine from Eindhoven-based Xeltis.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/erasmus-university-wins-grant-for-ai-sustainability-platformandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/xeltis-lands-50m-to-launch-next-gen-vascular-access-tech

Today, we explore Europe's second chance at solar dominance with perovskite technology and a groundbreaking Dutch climate democracy experiment that's putting citizens at the center of policy-making.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/perovskite-solar-panels-will-europe-seize-the-opportunity-nowandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/citizens-climate-assembly-a-test-of-political-will-to-cooperate

Ty, we explore the impressive Dutch semiconductor ecosystem and how voluntary stockpiling could secure Europe's clean tech future.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/hightechnl-maps-hotspots-in-the-dutch-semiconductor-industryandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/critical-raw-materials-as-a-lever-for-the-circular-transition

Today, we explore two fascinating Dutch innovations: a haptic system saving pilots' lives and Tilburg's socially impactful startup ecosystem addressing everyday challenges.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/touchwaves-turning-touch-into-a-lifesaving-pilot-interfaceandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/tilburg-demos-pitches--drinks-the-power-of-community-innovation

Today, we explore how regulatory burdens are affecting Dutch startups and some innovative diabetes care solutions emerging from Limburg that could transform patient outcomes.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/study-regulatory-burden-hinders-growth-of-startups-and-scaleupsandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/limburg-digital-solutions-ease-the-burden-on-diabetics-care-

Today, we explore breakthrough medical AI that's saving hearts and a student-built electric car that's challenging the entire auto industry. Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/ai-predicts-repeat-heart-attacks-better-than-expertsandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/students-build-electric-car-that-you-can-repair-yourself

Today, we explore two fascinating dimensions of Dutch innovation. We'll examine why Dutch startups might be struggling to compete with Silicon Valley and explore the remarkable world of Dutch mechatronics, powering some of the world's most advanced technologies.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/what-silicon-valley-gets-rightand-the-netherlands-still-doesnt-andhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/einstein-telescope-asml-the-power-of-dutch-mechatronics

Today, we explore cutting-edge Dutch drone defense technologies. With recent incidents disrupting Eindhoven Airport and military bases, these innovations couldn't be more timely. Let's hear what BeephoniX and Fiducial have in store for us.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/beephonix-bets-on-acoustic-intelligence-to-counter-drone-threats-andhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/fiducial-brings-frontline-tested-autonomy-to-counter-drone-fightMore on the Blue Magic event, where BeephoniX and Fiducial presented their solutions here: https://ioplus.nl/en/series/blue-magic-netherlands