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5 European alternatives to Salesforce
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5 European alternatives to Salesforce
Time for CRM that fits your business — not U.S. legislation.
ioplus.nl
November 27, 2025 at 8:47 AM
5 European alternatives to Salesforce
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/5-european-alternatives-to-salesforce
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/5-european-alternatives-to-salesforce
AI predicts repeat heart attacks better than experts
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AI predicts repeat heart attacks better than experts
CARA Lab is investigating how AI can detect weak spots in the vessel wall.
ioplus.nl
November 27, 2025 at 5:32 AM
AI predicts repeat heart attacks better than experts
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/ai-predicts-repeat-heart-attacks-better-than-experts
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/ai-predicts-repeat-heart-attacks-better-than-experts
Thousands of jobs disappear at HP and ABN Amro because of AI
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Thousands of jobs disappear at HP and ABN Amro because of AI
Two major employers, ABN Amro and HP, are making significant cuts; AI is increasingly taking over human work.
ioplus.nl
November 26, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Thousands of jobs disappear at HP and ABN Amro because of AI
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/thousands-of-jobs-disappear-at-hp-and-abn-amro-because-of-ai
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/thousands-of-jobs-disappear-at-hp-and-abn-amro-because-of-ai
Students build electric car that you can repair yourself
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Students build electric car that you can repair yourself
ARIA is the latest sustainable city EV from the TU/ecomotive student team.
ioplus.nl
November 26, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Students build electric car that you can repair yourself
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/students-build-electric-car-that-you-can-repair-yourself
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/students-build-electric-car-that-you-can-repair-yourself
A new lens into the brain’s fiber maze
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A new lens into the brain’s fiber maze
A light scattering technique reveals the complexity of the brain fiber structure paving the way for better diagnostic methods.
ioplus.nl
November 26, 2025 at 5:32 AM
A new lens into the brain’s fiber maze
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/a-new-lens-into-the-brains-fiber-maze
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/a-new-lens-into-the-brains-fiber-maze
ExRobotics secures €7M to scale autonomous safety robots
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/exrobotics-secures-7m-to-scale-autonomous-safety-robots
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/exrobotics-secures-7m-to-scale-autonomous-safety-robots
ExRobotics secures €7M to scale autonomous safety robots
Dutch robotics firm ExRobotics is gearing up for rapid global expansion after landing the first tranche of a €7M growth round.
ioplus.nl
November 25, 2025 at 1:47 PM
ExRobotics secures €7M to scale autonomous safety robots
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/exrobotics-secures-7m-to-scale-autonomous-safety-robots
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/exrobotics-secures-7m-to-scale-autonomous-safety-robots
Einstein Telescope, ASML: the power of Dutch mechatronics
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/einstein-telescope-asml-the-power-of-dutch-mechatronics
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/einstein-telescope-asml-the-power-of-dutch-mechatronics
Einstein Telescope, ASML: the power of Dutch mechatronics
Dutch mechatronics is indispensable for high-tech innovations of today and tomorrow, from chips to gravitational waves.
ioplus.nl
November 25, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Einstein Telescope, ASML: the power of Dutch mechatronics
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/einstein-telescope-asml-the-power-of-dutch-mechatronics
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/einstein-telescope-asml-the-power-of-dutch-mechatronics
Dismay as COP30 climate summit delivers underwhelming deal
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Dismay as COP30 climate summit delivers underwhelming deal
The final deal achieved at COP30 in Brazil failed to outline a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels and stop deforestation.
ioplus.nl
November 25, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Dismay as COP30 climate summit delivers underwhelming deal
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/dismay-as-cop30-climate-summit-delivers-underwhelming-deal
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/dismay-as-cop30-climate-summit-delivers-underwhelming-deal
What Silicon Valley gets right—and the Netherlands still doesn’t
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https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/what-silicon-valley-gets-rightand-the-netherlands-still-doesnt-
What Silicon Valley gets right—and the Netherlands still doesn’t
Dutch tech ecosystem growth requires driven founders, less fragmentation, and more private capital, says deal maker Sander Arts.
ioplus.nl
November 25, 2025 at 5:32 AM
What Silicon Valley gets right—and the Netherlands still doesn’t
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/what-silicon-valley-gets-rightand-the-netherlands-still-doesnt-
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/what-silicon-valley-gets-rightand-the-netherlands-still-doesnt-
Fiducial brings frontline-tested autonomy to counter-drone fight
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Fiducial brings frontline-tested autonomy to counter-drone fight
From industrial 3D positioning to intercepting Shaheds: Dutch startup pivots fast and aims for massive scale.
ioplus.nl
November 24, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Fiducial brings frontline-tested autonomy to counter-drone fight
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/fiducial-brings-frontline-tested-autonomy-to-counter-drone-fight
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/fiducial-brings-frontline-tested-autonomy-to-counter-drone-fight
BeephoniX bets on acoustic intelligence to counter drone threats
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https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/beephonix-bets-on-acoustic-intelligence-to-counter-drone-threats-
BeephoniX bets on acoustic intelligence to counter drone threats
Dutch spin-off turns hearing-science expertise into a passive, AI-driven sensor for real-time drone detection.
ioplus.nl
November 24, 2025 at 12:02 PM
BeephoniX bets on acoustic intelligence to counter drone threats
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/beephonix-bets-on-acoustic-intelligence-to-counter-drone-threats-
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/beephonix-bets-on-acoustic-intelligence-to-counter-drone-threats-
Equal Pay Day: how big is the gap in the tech sector?
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/equal-pay-day-how-big-is-the-gap-in-the-tech-sector
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Equal Pay Day: how big is the gap in the tech sector?
Men have already earned the average annual salary of women combined.
ioplus.nl
November 24, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Equal Pay Day: how big is the gap in the tech sector?
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/equal-pay-day-how-big-is-the-gap-in-the-tech-sector
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/equal-pay-day-how-big-is-the-gap-in-the-tech-sector
Lilliput Technologies: Keeping crops cool in a warming world
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https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/lilliput-technologies-keeping-crops-cool-in-a-warming-world
Lilliput Technologies: Keeping crops cool in a warming world
With its sprayable “LilyShield” biocoating, the startup helps farmers fight heat stress and protect food security
ioplus.nl
November 24, 2025 at 5:32 AM
Lilliput Technologies: Keeping crops cool in a warming world
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/lilliput-technologies-keeping-crops-cool-in-a-warming-world
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/lilliput-technologies-keeping-crops-cool-in-a-warming-world
Gerard & Anton High Tech Piek Awards: nominations are welcome!
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/gerard--anton-high-tech-piek-awards-nominations-are-welcome
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/gerard--anton-high-tech-piek-awards-nominations-are-welcome
Gerard & Anton High Tech Piek Awards: nominations are welcome!
On January 8, we will present four bangers, four stars, and one peak for great achievements, greater expectations, and a complete oeuvre.
ioplus.nl
November 23, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Gerard & Anton High Tech Piek Awards: nominations are welcome!
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/gerard--anton-high-tech-piek-awards-nominations-are-welcome
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/gerard--anton-high-tech-piek-awards-nominations-are-welcome
3 out of 8 awarded EIC scale-ups are Dutch
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3 out of 8 awarded EIC scale-ups are Dutch
The EIC STEP Scale Up scheme provides investments of €10 to €30 million, to leverage co-investment for financing rounds up to €150 million.
ioplus.nl
November 23, 2025 at 1:02 PM
3 out of 8 awarded EIC scale-ups are Dutch
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/3-out-of-8-awarded-eic-scale-ups-are-dutch
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/3-out-of-8-awarded-eic-scale-ups-are-dutch
Applying for a patent? Here's what you can do (and what not)
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/applying-for-a-patent-heres-what-you-can-do-and-what-not
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/applying-for-a-patent-heres-what-you-can-do-and-what-not
Applying for a patent? Here's what you can do (and what not)
In a series of blog posts, Marco Coolen provides insight into his work as a Dutch and European patent attorney at AOMB.
ioplus.nl
November 23, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Applying for a patent? Here's what you can do (and what not)
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/applying-for-a-patent-heres-what-you-can-do-and-what-not
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/applying-for-a-patent-heres-what-you-can-do-and-what-not
IO+ Week: The uncomfortable truth of war as a testing ground
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IO+ Week: The uncomfortable truth of war as a testing ground
Our weekly overview offers an overview of the most interesting stories around key innovations every Sunday.
ioplus.nl
November 23, 2025 at 6:32 AM
IO+ Week: The uncomfortable truth of war as a testing ground
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/io-week-the-uncomfortable-truth-of-war-as-a-testing-ground
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/io-week-the-uncomfortable-truth-of-war-as-a-testing-ground
Xeltis named Medtech of the Year at European Lifestars Awards
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/xeltis-named-medtech-of-the-year-at-european-lifestars-awards
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/xeltis-named-medtech-of-the-year-at-european-lifestars-awards
Xeltis named Medtech of the Year at European Lifestars Awards
The jury evaluated innovative approaches to unmet medical needs, clinical and pipeline progress, financing power, and novel technologies.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Xeltis named Medtech of the Year at European Lifestars Awards
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/xeltis-named-medtech-of-the-year-at-european-lifestars-awards
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/xeltis-named-medtech-of-the-year-at-european-lifestars-awards
Design Academy’s Trans Realities Lab moves to High Tech Campus
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/design-academys-trans-realities-lab-moves-to-high-tech-campus
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/design-academys-trans-realities-lab-moves-to-high-tech-campus
Design Academy’s Trans Realities Lab moves to High Tech Campus
Goal of the new collaboration: Strengthening the link between design, technology, and education.
ioplus.nl
November 22, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Design Academy’s Trans Realities Lab moves to High Tech Campus
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/design-academys-trans-realities-lab-moves-to-high-tech-campus
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/design-academys-trans-realities-lab-moves-to-high-tech-campus
Cooperation as a capability: Rewiring defence innovation
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Cooperation as a capability: Rewiring defence innovation
“Ukraine shows the importance of having access to your innovation powers within your own country, and to have speedy innovation cycles.”
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November 22, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Cooperation as a capability: Rewiring defence innovation
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/cooperation-as-a-capability-rewiring-defence-innovation
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/cooperation-as-a-capability-rewiring-defence-innovation
VDL Defentec: Born 'ReBorn' as a new Dutch defense production hub
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/vdl-defentec-born-reborn-as-a-new-dutch-defense-production-hub
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/vdl-defentec-born-reborn-as-a-new-dutch-defense-production-hub
VDL Defentec: Born 'ReBorn' as a new Dutch defense production hub
The 'NewBorn' facility has three main mission lines: Ukraine, national assurance, and global industrial cooperation.
ioplus.nl
November 21, 2025 at 12:32 PM
VDL Defentec: Born 'ReBorn' as a new Dutch defense production hub
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/vdl-defentec-born-reborn-as-a-new-dutch-defense-production-hub
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/vdl-defentec-born-reborn-as-a-new-dutch-defense-production-hub
DIANA wants to turn European innovations into military capability
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/diana-wants-to-turn-european-innovations-into-military-capability
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/diana-wants-to-turn-european-innovations-into-military-capability
DIANA wants to turn European innovations into military capability
At Blue Magic NL, General Counsel Thomas McSorley explains how NATO's DIANA aims to fix the process problem holding defense innovation back
ioplus.nl
November 21, 2025 at 8:02 AM
DIANA wants to turn European innovations into military capability
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/diana-wants-to-turn-european-innovations-into-military-capability
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/diana-wants-to-turn-european-innovations-into-military-capability
The solution to the housing shortage: 'Train more engineers'
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/the-solution-to-the-housing-shortage-train-more-engineers
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/the-solution-to-the-housing-shortage-train-more-engineers
The solution to the housing shortage: 'Train more engineers'
Universities can play an important role in solving construction problems such as housing needs. “Focus on impact and connection.”
ioplus.nl
November 21, 2025 at 5:32 AM
The solution to the housing shortage: 'Train more engineers'
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/the-solution-to-the-housing-shortage-train-more-engineers
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/the-solution-to-the-housing-shortage-train-more-engineers
Dutch media call for policy to safeguard information landscape
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/dutch-media-call-for-policy-to-safeguard-information-landscape
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/dutch-media-call-for-policy-to-safeguard-information-landscape
Dutch media call for policy to safeguard information landscape
Dutch media organizations issued a joint letter to the government coalition negotiators to make media policy a priority.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Dutch media call for policy to safeguard information landscape
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/dutch-media-call-for-policy-to-safeguard-information-landscape
https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/dutch-media-call-for-policy-to-safeguard-information-landscape