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Dutch Government Seizes Control of Chinese-Owned Chipmaker Nexperia in Unprecedented Move
Europe just took its boldest stand yet against Chinese tech dominance — and it’s rattling markets from Beijing to Brussels. In a bold and high-stakes intervention, the Dutch government has taken control over the Netherlands-based semiconductor...

Netherlands leads 5G innovation: Why Lyca Mobile’s flexible plans outperform fixed contracts
The Netherlands showcases some of Europe’s most advanced telecommunications infrastructure, with comprehensive 5G coverage and impressive network performance that supports everything from 4K streaming to cloud computing applications. While...

Business as usual despite rising global tensions as Nato's nuclear exercise Steadfast Noon begins
Nato's long-planned and routine annual nuclear deterrence exercise Steadfast Noon has started in the Netherlands. The exercise is part of Nato's broader efforts to maintain readiness and ensure transparency around its nuclear posture. The alliance...

Dutch seized Chinese chipmaker following US pressure
“It is problematic that the CEO of the company is still the same Chinese owner,” the U.S. said, according to minutes from the meeting quoted in the court documents. “It’s almost certain that the CEO should be replaced to qualify for an exemption...
Analogic Corporation and Analytical AI Announce Strategic Partnership for Enhanced Security Detection Capabilities
PEABODY, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 14, 2025-- Analogic Corporation, a world leader in imaging and detection solutions for aviation security and healthcare markets, and Analytical AI, a pioneer in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning...

US raised concerns about Chinese boss of chipmaker before Dutch takeover
US authorities had raised concerns about the boss of a China-owned chipmaker before it was taken over by the Dutch government this week, according to court papers. The documents show US officials warned the Netherlands in June that Nexperia may...

Spyker Revived: Dutch Performance Marque Is Set To Return With New Sueprcar
The company's Latin slogan, Nulla tenaci invia est via, translates to “For the tenacious, no road is impassable,” and boy, does that ever ring true for its chief, Victor Muller. The company in question is Spyker, a Dutch outfit founded in 1880...

Dutch government takes control of China-owned chipmaker
In a bid to safeguard the European supply of semiconductors for cars and other electronic goods and protect the region’s economic security, the Dutch government has taken control of Nexperia, a Chinese-owned chipmaker based in the Netherlands. The...

At Lancaster Market, I witnessed an America that still works — no politics required
Pastor and Project H.O.O.D. founder Corey Brooks says he found the missing "unity" that the "divided nation" of America needs to hear in Lancaster, Pa. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! In my walk across America, over the past month to...

International Documentary Festival Amsterdam Announces Competition Lineups; Slate Packed With World Premieres
International Documentary Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) revealed its full competition lineups today, completing the slate for the upcoming 38th edition of the world’s largest nonfiction cinema festival that runs from November 13-23 in the Dutch...

Heineken reorganization affects 400 workers at Amsterdam HQ; Unions pledge support
Beer brewer Heineken is reorganizing its headquarters in Amsterdam, affecting around four hundred jobs. “The changes at headquarters are part of broader initiatives to create a more agile, simpler, and better-connected organization focused on...
L-Acoustics to launch industry-first DJ system at Amsterdam Dance Event 2025
Official Sales Launch of L-Acoustics DJ Marks New Era for Club Sound Amsterdam, The Netherlands, October 2025 — L-Acoustics will officially launch L-Acoustics DJ for sale on October 30, 2025, with hands-on demonstrations taking place during...

IDFA Reveals 250 Documentaries Headed for Amsterdam — Many Will Shape the International Doc Conversation for the Next Year
The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) remains the most influential global platform for documentaries centered in Europe. This year’s 38th edition (November 13-23) boasts 250 titles in short and feature form from 76...
Netherlands seizes control of Chinese-owned chipmaker under Cold War-era law
The Dutch government has seized control of Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia, invoking an emergency Cold-War era law in a move that is likely to heighten trade tensions with Beijing. It claimed that the “highly exceptional” decision to invoke the...
Career banker on mental health mission
Services will be eligible to be partially covered by Medicare, but patients will also have to rely on private health insurance or out-of-pocket costs – common in mental health care. Healy, the former head of NAB’s business bank who went on to...

"There is a shortage of cocktail tomatoes on the vine in the European market"
The vulnerability of Cocktail tomatoes on the vine to the ToBRFV virus and the technical challenges involved in their production have led most Moroccan growers to abandon them, creating an opportunity in the European market. This is according to...
China Focus: Chinese association slams Dutch intervention in semiconductor firm Nexperia
BEIJING, Oct. 14 (Xinhua) -- The China Semiconductor Industry Association on Tuesday denounced the Dutch government's intervention in semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia, an overseas subsidiary of Chinese company Wingtech. In a statement, the...

Asia report: Most markets fall as trade tensions linger
Losses across Japan, China and South Korea outweighed modest gains in Australia. “US equity futures took a hit, while Asian stocks extended their slide amidst fresh trade-war tensions,” said Patrick Munnelly, market strategy partner at TickMill....

Strawberry prices drop sharply, broccoli stays low, major shifts in blueberry market
AGF monitor week 41: AGF Monitor compares weekly price trends of various fruits and vegetables found online. The prices are monitored by Supermarktscanner.nl. The price survey takes place at the end of each week. Cucumber© Supermarktscanner.nl The...

World | Oct 14, 2025 | 8 min read Nobel economics prize goes to 3 researchers
News World # Stockholm Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt won the Nobel Memorial Prize in economics Monday for their research into the impact of innovation on economic growth and how new technologies replace older ones, a key economic...