IO+ Podcasts

Today, we discuss innovative solutions to the housing shortage and examine the EU's new regulations on "forever chemicals" in our drinking water.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/the-solutions-to-the-housing-shortage-are-closer-than-we-thinkandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/forever-chemicals-eu-targets-the-tap-not-the-factory

Today, we explore Brabant's dynamic startup ecosystem - from leadership transitions at Braventure to a brand new list of the region's most promising startups.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/startup-ecosystem-gets-center-stage-at-braventure-eventandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/braventure-presents-10-promising-brabant-startups-to-follow

Today, we explore two fascinating developments reshaping the Netherlands: mini nuclear reactors with major potential and the remarkable electric revolution taking over Dutch roads.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/small-reactors-are-promising-provided-these-conditions-are-metandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/more-than-75-of-new-cars-are-hybrid-or-electric

Today, we explore the concerning rise of AI-powered cyberattacks and a bold strategy for European AI sovereignty through hardware innovation. Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/cyber-expert-ai-makes-hackers-feel-like-they-have-10-assistantsandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/europes-last-realistic-chance-in-the-ai-race

Today, we're covering a groundbreaking healthcare solution tackling antibiotic resistance and exploring Zoetermeer's thriving tech ecosystem at the Dutch Innovation Park.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/zoetermeer-aims-to-become-a-hub-for-digital-innovatorsandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/shanx-medtech-raises-24m-to-crack-antibiotic-resistance

Today, we explore Brainport's critical role in European technological resilience and discover how Dutch medical technology is helping scientists understand muscle behavior in lunar gravity.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/brainports-strength-as-a-foundation-for-european-resilienceandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/dutch-tech-helps-study-muscles-in-lunar-gravity

Today , we explore the digital infrastructure challenges of the Netherlands – from data center coordination problems to an innovative digital twin project that might just revolutionize spatial planning.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/experts-warn-zero-coordination-for-data-center-growthandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/twintwente-aims-to-redefine-digital-spatial-planning

In this first episode of season 6, we explore two fascinating innovations from the Netherlands: a practical approach to electric aviation with VÆRIDION's Microliner, and how the startup Hydryx is turning landfill gas into both an environmental and a business opportunity.Sources:https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/how-a-quiet-regional-aircraft-could-reshape-europes-air-mobilityandhttps://ioplus.nl/en/posts/the-startup-making-landfills-smarter-and-greener

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