# Bert Hubert's writings

Recent content on Bert Hubert's writings

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## Speech on AI at the Kunsten '92 Paradisodebat

DevFeed: [Speech on AI at the Kunsten '92 Paradisodebat](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/kunsten-92-praatje-de-ai-trein-36468.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/kunsten92-paradiso-2026/>)

Published: 2026-09-06T11:37:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Artificial Intelligence](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/ai.md>), [Internet](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/internet.md>), [Software](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/software.md>)

Tags: [ai](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ai.md>), [internet](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/internet.md>), [software](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/software.md>), [tech](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/tech.md>)

### AI overview

A Dutch-language commentary presenting a lightly edited transcript of a speech about AI, delivered at the Kunsten '92 Paradisodebat. The article also reflects on the event's cultural and political setting and interaction between speakers.

### Source excerpt

Zondag 6 september mocht ik voor het Paradisodebat van Kunsten '92 de aftrap geven voor twee uur discussie over AI. Er is een uitstekende video-opname van het hele evenement (link naar mijn bijdrage). Ik ben de organisatie erg dankbaar voor de uitnodiging voor dit publiek te spreken. Voor mij als nerd uit de tech scene was dit een heel fijn uitstapje, eens "gluren bij de buren". Want daar word je altijd wijzer van.

## AI: Considerations for people who make decisions

DevFeed: [AI: Considerations for people who make decisions](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/ai-considerations-for-people-who-make-decisions-36245.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/ai-for-decision-makers/>)

Published: 2026-07-31T08:00:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: en

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Artificial Intelligence](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/ai.md>), [AI Infrastructure](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/ai-infrastructure.md>), [Language models](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/language-models.md>)

Tags: [ai](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ai.md>), [ai-infrastructure](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ai-infrastructure.md>), [language-models](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/language-models.md>), [large-language-models](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/large-language-models.md>)

### AI overview

An opinion article for government and science-policy decision-makers examines the challenges of AI policy and the requirements for trustworthy European AI infrastructure. It argues that organizations should assess AI's benefits carefully and avoid deploying it too quickly, noting both its capabilities and its potential organizational disruption.

### Source excerpt

Recently I gave two presentations in quick succession to the Dutch Network of Government Service Providers and the Dutch Advisory Council for Science, Technology and Innovation about AI. In these two different and brief presentations, I hoped to share some insights that would be useful to the people currently at the helm, the people who can or must make decisions about AI policy. Many thanks to the NPD and AWTI for the invitations and the stimulating discussions!

## AI: Overwegingen voor wie erover gaat

DevFeed: [AI: Overwegingen voor wie erover gaat](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/ai-overwegingen-voor-wie-erover-gaat-36249.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/ai-voor-wie-erover-gaat/>)

Published: 2026-07-29T13:20:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Artificial Intelligence](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/ai.md>)

Tags: [ai](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ai.md>), [copilot](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/copilot.md>)

### AI overview

An opinion article for people making AI policy decisions examines the practical challenges of AI governance and the requirements for reliable European AI infrastructure. It argues that organizations may be moving too quickly because impressive AI capabilities do not necessarily translate into organizational benefits and may disrupt career structures.

### Source excerpt

Onlangs presenteerde ik kort na elkaar bij het Netwerk van Publieke Dienstverleners en bij de Adviesraad Wetenschap, Technologie en Innovatie over AI. In deze twee verschillende maar korte presentaties hoopte ik wat inzichten te delen die nuttig zijn voor mensen die nu aan het stuur zitten, mensen die keuzes kunnen of moeten maken over AI-beleid. Dank aan NPD en AWTI voor de uitnodigingen en de stimulerende discussies! 🇬🇧 There is also an English version of this page!

## Discussion of OpenAI's AI Agent Security Incident and the Risks of Autonomous Hacking

DevFeed: [Discussion of OpenAI's AI Agent Security Incident and the Risks of Autonomous Hacking](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/met-het-oog-op-morgen-uitgebroken-ai-36247.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/ai-met-het-oog-op-morgen/>)

Published: 2026-07-23T09:00:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Artificial Intelligence](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/ai.md>), [AI Agent](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/ai-agent.md>), [OpenAI](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/openai.md>), [ChatGPT](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/chatgpt.md>), [Internet](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/internet.md>)

Tags: [ai](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ai.md>), [ai-agent](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ai-agent.md>), [chatgpt](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/chatgpt.md>), [hack](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/hack.md>), [internet](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/internet.md>), [openai](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/openai.md>)

### AI overview

This article reproduces and introduces a radio discussion about an OpenAI AI agent that reportedly hacked another company during a test. It questions how such incidents are presented while emphasizing that organizations remain responsible for AI actions and face increased cybersecurity risks.

### Source excerpt

Gisteren 22 juli was ik in Met het Oog op Morgen, een programma waar ik al 40 jaar naar luister (ik was er heel vroeg bij), dus ik vond het heel bijzonder daar te zijn! En het was ook erg leuk. Goed voorbereid door de redactie sprak ik met Sheila Sitalsing over de recent "uitgebroken AI hack". Ik sprak iets te veel door Sheila heen, waarvoor excuses. Maar, ik denk ook dat we een paar dingen hebben genoemd die je niet zo vaak hoort.

## Kan een Amerikaans bedrijf met encryptie de Amerikaanse overheid buiten de deur houden?

DevFeed: [Kan een Amerikaans bedrijf met encryptie de Amerikaanse overheid buiten de deur houden?](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/kan-een-amerikaans-bedrijf-met-encryptie-de-amerikaanse-overheid-buiten-de-deur-houden-36460.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/kan-een-amerikaans-bedrijf-zo-versleutelen-dat-amerikanen-er-niet-bijkunnen/>)

Published: 2026-07-21T13:20:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Encryption](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/encryption.md>), [sensitive data](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/sensitive-data.md>), [Microsoft](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/microsoft.md>), [servers](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/servers.md>), [Malware](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/malware.md>)

Tags: [encryption](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/encryption.md>), [microsoft](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/microsoft.md>), [requirements](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/requirements.md>), [sensitive-data](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/sensitive-data.md>), [server](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/server.md>)

### AI overview

This Dutch commentary examines whether encryption can prevent the United States from accessing data held or processed by partly American companies. It argues that services such as Microsoft Double Key Encryption are difficult to use for ordinary data because servers need access to plaintext for searching and other operations, and that administrators ultimately retain significant control over server data.

### Source excerpt

Het is inmiddels duidelijk dat zelfs maar deels Amerikaanse bedrijven met allerhande middelen gedwongen kunnen worden om onze data te overhandigen aan de Amerikaanse overheid. Ook kan de dienstverlening gestaakt worden na een enkel briefje op Whitehouse.gov, wat zonder enige rechterlijke toetsing geplaatst kan worden. Tegen deze beide dingen is met papier niets te doen. Geen speciale afspraak zal je redden uit dit probleem (dit ook volgens de Landsadvocaat). Maar, er is dan soms nog de hoop om de data nog wel privé te houden met speciale encryptie.

## OpenTK: nu ook met Internetconsultaties & notificaties

DevFeed: [OpenTK: nu ook met Internetconsultaties & notificaties](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/opentk-nu-ook-met-internetconsultaties-notificaties-36508.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/opentk-internetconsultaties/>)

Published: 2026-07-20T11:37:00Z

Content type: release

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [data](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/data.md>), [context](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/context.md>), [email](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/email.md>)

Tags: [email](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/email.md>), [service](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/service.md>)

### AI overview

OpenTK has added Internet consultations to opentk.nl, including them in its search engine and notification service. The article explains that Internet consultations are an early public stage in the development of new laws or regulations.

### Source excerpt

Sinds 2024 run ik OpenTK, met als doel zo goed mogelijk te laten zien wat er in de Tweede Kamer allemaal gebeurt. En, om daar ook nuttige email-notificaties over te versturen. OpenTK is begonnen omdat ik (vanuit de Internetwereld) ineens geconfronteerd werd met een wet die over DNS (mijn hobby) ging en over een paar dagen in stemming zou komen. Dat was heel erg schrikken en ik dacht, dat kan ons nooit meer gebeuren.

## Digital Autonomy and Europe's Dependence on American Technology

DevFeed: [Digital Autonomy and Europe's Dependence on American Technology](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/digitale-autonomie-2-0-en-nu-echt-36356.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/digitale-autonomie-2-0-surf-privacy-security/>)

Published: 2026-07-02T11:37:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Security](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/security.md>), [Microsoft](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/microsoft.md>), [Cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cloud.md>), [servers](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/servers.md>)

Tags: [autonomie](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/autonomie.md>), [cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cloud.md>), [microsoft](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/microsoft.md>), [posts](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/posts.md>), [privacy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/privacy.md>), [security](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/security.md>), [servers](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/servers.md>)

### AI overview

This article, adapted from a conference opening talk, argues that Europe's digital resilience and autonomy are undermined by dependence on American technology, especially Microsoft and cloud services. It contends that European organizations should consider locally operated servers and European products as alternatives.

### Source excerpt

Afgelopen 25 juni deed ik het openingspraatje van de Surf Privacy en Security Conferentie. Nou heb ik vaker over digitale autonomie gesproken, maar deze keer heb ik het nadrukkelijk meer over wat er nu moet gebeuren. Of zoals de titel zegt "en nu echt". Ondanks dat ik nu letterlijk meer dan 50 praatjes over dit onderwerp heb gegeven had ik nog niet eerder de moeite genomen een goed transcript te maken.

## AIVD and MIVD's handling of bulk datasets is described as careless and sometimes unlawful in an investigative report

DevFeed: [AIVD and MIVD's handling of bulk datasets is described as careless and sometimes unlawful in an investigative report](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/bulkdatasets-aivd-en-mivd-de-schaduw-geheime-dienst-36346.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/de-schaduwgeheimedienst/>)

Published: 2026-07-01T08:40:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [data](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/data.md>), [datasets](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/datasets.md>), [Database](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/database.md>)

Tags: [aivd](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/aivd.md>), [data](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/data.md>), [database](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/database.md>), [hack](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/hack.md>), [internet](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/internet.md>), [mivd](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/mivd.md>)

### AI overview

An investigative report says that the Dutch intelligence services AIVD and MIVD handle bulk datasets carelessly and sometimes unlawfully. The article explains how such datasets can be acquired and used to obtain information about large numbers of people with fewer external procedures.

### Source excerpt

Uit een vandaag verschenen onderzoeksrapport (PDF) blijkt dat de AIVD en MIVD slordig en soms onrechtmatig omgaan met bulkdatasets. Bulkdatasets zijn grote bestanden vol data over vaak miljoenen willekeurige mensen, data die op een of andere manier in het bezit van de diensten gekomen is. Uit het rapport: "De diensten kunnen bulkdatasets bijvoorbeeld verkrijgen van informanten, andere overheidsorganisaties, buitenlandse inlichtingendiensten, of tegen betaling van commerciële partijen. De diensten kunnen ook bijzondere bevoegdheden inzetten om bulkdatasets te verwerven.

## Do not invite big-tech to join your digital autonomy discussion

DevFeed: [Do not invite big-tech to join your digital autonomy discussion](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/do-not-invite-big-tech-to-join-your-digital-autonomy-discussion-36366.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/do-not-invite-big-tech-to-your-digital-autonomy-discussion/>)

Published: 2026-06-16T16:00:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: en

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [digital](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/digital.md>), [Microsoft](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/microsoft.md>), [amazon](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/amazon.md>), [Google](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/google.md>)

Tags: [amazon](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/amazon.md>), [digital-autonomy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/digital-autonomy.md>), [discussion](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/discussion.md>), [google](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/google.md>), [microsoft](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/microsoft.md>), [tech](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/tech.md>)

### AI overview

The author argues that events about European digital autonomy should not invite representatives of US big-tech companies to help shape discussions about reducing dependence on big tech. The article says these companies have commercial interests that may lead them to defend existing arrangements, raise doubts, or promote disputed claims about sovereignty, while acknowledging that Europe may continue doing business with them.

### Source excerpt

Some time ago, I attended an event to discuss European digital autonomy and digital dependencies. I accepted the invitation without checking too carefully, and I belatedly found out that most of US big tech was invited as well, and would be presenting their thoughts. Now, even in our gloriously digitally autonomous future, we'll still be doing business with Microsoft, Google and Amazon. And it is fine if they have a role.

## EU & Civil Society need to progress on Digital Autonomy

DevFeed: [EU & Civil Society need to progress on Digital Autonomy](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/eu-civil-society-need-to-progress-on-digital-autonomy-36387.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/eu-civil-society-need-progress-digital-autonomy/>)

Published: 2026-06-15T13:00:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: en

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [digital sovereignty](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/digital-sovereignty.md>), [digital](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/digital.md>), [Software](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/software.md>)

Tags: [digital-autonomy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/digital-autonomy.md>), [digital-sovereignty](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/digital-sovereignty.md>), [eu](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/eu.md>), [government](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/government.md>), [influence](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/influence.md>), [people](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/people.md>), [progress](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/progress.md>)

### AI overview

The article argues that European discussions about digital autonomy and sovereignty are stalled and need to move beyond legislation and references to European values. It calls for broader civil-society involvement, including procurement officials, IT departments, vendors, and government executives, to support practical progress.

### Source excerpt

By now (happily) everyone wants to talk about digital autonomy, although some parties insist we talk about sovereignty. Fine. tl;dr: The discussions on digital autonomy are now going round in circles. Civil society and think tanks want to contribute, and are well placed to do so. In this piece, I urge everyone to look further ahead, beyond legislation and talking about European values. The road to digital sovereignty is very long, and we need to make progress along that entire road, which includes things further afield than what we are discussing now.

## KPN Interactieve TV zonder Experia Box

DevFeed: [KPN Interactieve TV zonder Experia Box](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/kpn-interactieve-tv-zonder-experia-box-36467.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/kpn-interactieve-tv-zelf-doen/>)

Published: 2026-06-07T10:36:42Z

Content type: tutorial

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [multicast](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/multicast.md>), [DHCP](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/dhcp.md>), [Linux](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/linux.md>), [Script](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/script.md>), [Internet](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/internet.md>), [proxy](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/proxy.md>), [Raspberry Pi](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/raspberry-pi.md>)

Tags: [dhcp](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/dhcp.md>), [internet](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/internet.md>), [linux](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/linux.md>), [multicast](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/multicast.md>), [pi](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/pi.md>), [pppoe](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/pppoe.md>), [proxy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/proxy.md>), [script](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/script.md>), [vlan](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/vlan.md>), [vlans](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/vlans.md>)

### AI overview

This tutorial explains how to use a KPN Interactieve TV Set Top Box without an Experia Box. It describes the required KPN VLANs, multicast and IGMP proxy setup, DHCP option 60, and a Linux script that can run even on a Pi Zero. The author notes that the instructions were updated in June 2026 and includes a factory-reset tip.

### Source excerpt

Ik ben een heel tevreden klant van KPN Internet. Om diverse redenen gebruik ik de Experia Box niet, maar ik wil wel graag TV kunnen kijken met de KPN Interactieve TV Set Top Box ("5202"). Vroeger ging dat "vanzelf goed", tegenwoordig is daar wat werk voor nodig. UPDATE Juni 2026 (na 5 jaar!): de instructies werken weer, er is een update geweest in het igmpproxy.conf bestand. Ook heb ik een tip toegevoegd hoe de ontvanger terug te brengen naar fabrieksinstellingen, wat bij mij recent nodig was.

## Het Solvinity besluit in detail, en de mogelijke gevolgen

DevFeed: [Het Solvinity besluit in detail, en de mogelijke gevolgen](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/het-solvinity-besluit-in-detail-en-de-mogelijke-gevolgen-36431.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/het-solvinity-besluit-gevolgen/>)

Published: 2026-05-27T08:00:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [hosting](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/hosting.md>)

Tags: [hosting](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/hosting.md>)

### AI overview

The article analyzes the Dutch government's decision to prohibit Kyndryl's proposed acquisition of Solvinity under the WOZT law. It notes that the specific grounds for the prohibition remain undisclosed and considers possible implications for acquisitions involving hosting companies important to Dutch society and government.

### Source excerpt

Gisteren verscheen de brief waarmee de staatssecretaris van Economische Zaken en Klimaat liet weten dat ze de overname van Solvinity door Kyndryl ging verbieden. Een forse cast mensen, waaronder 200.000 ondertekenaars van een petitie, hebben geholpen de zorgen over deze overname bovenop de stapel te krijgen. Ook heeft de nieuwe stichting The Firewall juridisch van zich laten horen. Ik schreef ook wat stukjes en mocht er in de Tweede Kamer over komen vertellen (en toen kwamen er zoveel mensen dat er vier overflowzalen nodig waren!

## Some notes on how we ended up with Palantir & how to replace it

DevFeed: [Some notes on how we ended up with Palantir & how to replace it](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/some-notes-on-how-we-ended-up-with-palantir-how-to-replace-it-36544.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/some-notes-on-palantir/>)

Published: 2026-05-23T08:30:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: en

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Software](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/software.md>), [data](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/data.md>)

Tags: [data](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/data.md>), [software](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/software.md>)

### AI overview

The article examines why governments remain attached to Palantir software and discusses the challenge of replacing it. It argues that Palantir's role extends beyond its software: the company provides hands-on support, integrates data across organizations, and delivers working tools, while government organizations often lack the technical capacity and working conditions to provide comparable support.

### Source excerpt

There is justified anger about governments relying on Palantir software. There are also calls to write replacement software, perhaps imbued with European values, and with less fascism. And I'd love for that to happen pronto, but first we need to understand a few things. It is not just the software. Image by Mariia Shalabaieva on Unsplash "Palantir is often called a data broker, a data miner, or a giant database of personal information.

## Digitale autonomie: wat kunnen organisaties NU doen

DevFeed: [Digitale autonomie: wat kunnen organisaties NU doen](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/digitale-autonomie-wat-kunnen-organisaties-nu-doen-36357.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/digitale-autonomie-wat-kunnen-organisaties-nu-doen/>)

Published: 2026-05-21T11:30:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Software as a service](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/saas.md>), [cloud-infrastructure](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cloud-infrastructure.md>), [data](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/data.md>), [datacenter](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/datacenter.md>), [Server](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/server.md>), [servers](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/servers.md>), [Software](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/software.md>), [service](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/service.md>)

Tags: [analytics](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/analytics.md>), [autonomie](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/autonomie.md>), [data](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/data.md>), [datacenters](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/datacenters.md>), [marketing](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/marketing.md>), [privacy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/privacy.md>), [servers](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/servers.md>), [service](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/service.md>), [software](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/software.md>), [trackers](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/trackers.md>)

### AI overview

This Dutch opinion article discusses practical steps organizations can take to improve digital autonomy after years of dependence on American big tech. It recommends stopping unnecessary migrations, retaining viable European-hosted systems, consulting internal critics of data transfers, and removing American trackers from websites and apps.

### Source excerpt

De zorgen over digitale autonomie nemen toe, en steeds vaker krijg ik van (grote) organisaties de vraag: wat kunnen we NU doen? Nou heb ik wel een lijstje, maar voor we beginnen, besef dat we 15 jaar lang alles naar Amerika hebben geschoffeld. Of, we hebben het uitbesteed, en DIE mensen stuurden het naar Amerika. 15 jaar is een lange tijd, en we zijn niet 1 2 3 weer "in vorm" om de zaken weer anders aan te pakken.

## An Opinionated Critique of AI's Environmental, Social, and Infrastructure Impacts

DevFeed: [An Opinionated Critique of AI's Environmental, Social, and Infrastructure Impacts](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/the-impossible-things-we-have-to-believe-36560.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/the-impossible-things-we-have-to-believe/>)

Published: 2026-05-05T15:09:12Z

Content type: opinion

Language: en

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Artificial Intelligence](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/ai.md>), [Code](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/code.md>), [large-language-models](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/large-language-models.md>), [data centers](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/data-centers.md>), [data](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/data.md>)

Tags: [ai](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ai.md>), [ai-data-centers](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ai-data-centers.md>), [climate](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/climate.md>), [co2](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/co2.md>), [code](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/code.md>), [data-centers](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/data-centers.md>), [education](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/education.md>), [energy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/energy.md>), [hiring](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/hiring.md>), [language-models](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/language-models.md>), [large-language-models](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/large-language-models.md>), [water](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/water.md>)

### AI overview

This opinion article argues that society is being asked to accept damaging conditions as normal, focusing on climate change, AI data centers' resource use, geopolitical crises, and dependence on US cloud infrastructure. It is especially critical of AI's effects on hiring and education, and of deploying unproven large language model output in production services.

### Source excerpt

"Alice laughed. 'There's no use trying,' she said. 'One can't believe impossible things.' I daresay you haven't had much practice,' said the Queen. 'When I was your age, I always did it for half-an-hour a day. Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." - Through the looking-glass, Lewis Carrol by John Tenniel To stay sane, we have to accept that our climate is going completely haywire, but that it is ok to mostly ignore that since saving ourselves is apparently not cost-effective.

## Big tech clouds worden niet veiliger met stapels papier

DevFeed: [Big tech clouds worden niet veiliger met stapels papier](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/big-tech-clouds-worden-niet-veiliger-met-stapels-papier-36267.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/big-tech-clouds-niet-veiliger-met-papier/>)

Published: 2026-04-19T19:00:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cloud.md>), [Security, Privacy and Abuse Prevention](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/security-privacy-and-abuse-prevention.md>), [cloud-infrastructure](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cloud-infrastructure.md>), [data](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/data.md>)

Tags: [cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cloud.md>), [data](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/data.md>), [data-privacy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/data-privacy.md>), [privacy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/privacy.md>), [risk](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/risk.md>), [tech](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/tech.md>)

### AI overview

The article argues that relying on American cloud providers creates risks for European societies and governments because U.S. law can affect access to services and data even when servers are located in Europe. It criticizes privacy assessments, transfer assessments, compliance documents, and risk registers as paperwork that can be used to justify accepting those risks instead of pursuing greater digital autonomy and European technology.

### Source excerpt

Je samenleving, overheid en maatschappij overlaten aan Amerikaanse servers komt met twee problemen: Alles werkt alleen zolang ze het in Amerika goed vinden. Met een enkel briefje op Whitehouse.gov lig je uit hun cloud. Via minstens drie wetsinstrumenten gunt Amerika zich toegang tot onze data en communicatie, ook al staan de Microsoftservers in Europa. Dit is allemaal heel vervelend, en er is ook weinig aan te doen. Geen enkele "speciale" afspraak heft de realiteit van Amerikaanse wetgeving op.

## Rapport digitale autonomie binnen de energie-intensieve industrie voor Energy Innovation NL

DevFeed: [Rapport digitale autonomie binnen de energie-intensieve industrie voor Energy Innovation NL](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/rapport-digitale-autonomie-binnen-de-energie-intensieve-industrie-voor-energy-innovation-nl-36525.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/rapport-digitale-afhankelijkheden-energy-innovation-nl/>)

Published: 2026-04-09T04:30:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cloud.md>), [dashboards](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/dashboards.md>)

Tags: [cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cloud.md>), [dashboards](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/dashboards.md>), [energie](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/energie.md>), [energy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/energy.md>)

### AI overview

The author presents a report on digital autonomy in energy-intensive industry, commissioned by Energy Innovation NL and based on interviews with relevant companies. Critical systems are generally not dependent on non-European clouds, but surrounding operational environments, dashboards, logistics, staffing, and equipment coordination increasingly depend on multiple foreign cloud services.

### Source excerpt

Vandaag verscheen het rapport "Digitale autonomie binnen de energie-intensieve industrie", wat ik schreef in opdracht van Energy Innovation NL, voorheen bekend als de Topsector Energie. Het rapport is hier te lezen. Dit was ontzettend leuk om te doen, en ik ben erg blij dat men me gevraagd heeft om dit rapport te schrijven. Samen met Energy Innovation NL (de nieuwe naam van de Topsector Energie) hebben we een brede selectie relevante bedrijven gesproken.

## OpenTK adds alerts for answers to parliamentary questions and improves document dossier search

DevFeed: [OpenTK adds alerts for answers to parliamentary questions and improves document dossier search](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/updates-opentk-alerts-voor-antwoorden-op-kamervragen-betere-kamerstukdossiers-en-meer-36575.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/updates-opentk-maart-2026/>)

Published: 2026-03-16T19:40:09Z

Content type: article

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Web](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/web.md>), [Website](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/website.md>), [data](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/data.md>)

Tags: [data](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/data.md>), [feature](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/feature.md>), [opentk](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/opentk.md>), [updates](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/updates.md>), [web](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/web.md>)

### AI overview

This update describes new and improved OpenTK features. Document and case numbers in parliamentary documents are now clickable, written-question pages link directly to answers and can send email alerts, and dossier search now covers all dossiers since 2008. Motion pages also show voting outcomes sooner, with exact vote results added later.

### Source excerpt

Hallo allemaal, Vorige maand mailde ik over wat verbeteringen, waaronder dat als kamerstukken verwijzen naar andere kamerstukken, OpenTK daar nu klikbare links van maakt. Hier is een boel fanmail over binnengekomen. Het goede nieuws is dat deze feature nu nog wat uitgebreid is, waardoor ook document- en zaaknummers (2026D09757 of 2026Z04244) klikbaar gemaakt zijn. Dit is de web-versie van een bericht naar de OpenTK nieuwsbrief, schrijf je ook in als je op de hoogte gehouden wilt worden van de nieuwste ontwikkelingen!

## Btw: Software, turnkey, beheerd, as a service

DevFeed: [Btw: Software, turnkey, beheerd, as a service](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/btw-software-turnkey-beheerd-as-a-service-36541.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/software-turnkey-as-a-service/>)

Published: 2026-03-13T11:43:53Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Software](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/software.md>), [servers](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/servers.md>)

Tags: [servers](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/servers.md>), [service](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/service.md>), [software](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/software.md>), [update](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/update.md>)

### AI overview

The article discusses different ways organizations can have computers perform critical tasks, from self-programmed software to traditionally licensed software and software managed as a service. It focuses on the proposed outsourcing of the Dutch Tax Administration's VAT systems and the distinction between using American software and having the associated servers managed by Americans, while noting that the proposal ultimately did not proceed.

### Source excerpt

De belastingdienst is van plan om de BTW uit te besteden aan een Amerikaans bedrijf, wat echt waanzinnig is. Op 19 maart is er een commissievergadering in de Tweede Kamer hierover, en ik hoop van harte dat men bij zinnen komt. UPDATE! Goed nieuws, ben is bij zinnen gekomen en het gaat niet door! In de discussie over de btw-situatie de afgelopen jaren ging het eigenlijk alleen over dat de belastingdienst Amerikaanse software ging gebruiken.

## Lijstduwer, Felipe Rodriquez Award, BNR, NRC, btw en meer

DevFeed: [Lijstduwer, Felipe Rodriquez Award, BNR, NRC, btw en meer](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/lijstduwer-felipe-rodriquez-award-bnr-nrc-btw-en-meer-36471.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/lijstduwer-fra-award-bnr-nrc-btw-meer/>)

Published: 2026-03-06T13:08:09Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Internet](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/internet.md>)

Tags: [autonomie](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/autonomie.md>), [cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cloud.md>), [internet](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/internet.md>), [nederlands](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/nederlands.md>), [overheid](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/overheid.md>), [politiek](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/politiek.md>), [privacy](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/privacy.md>)

### AI overview

A personal newsletter-style blog post discusses the author's candidacy as a local GroenLinks-PvdA list pusher, receipt of the Felipe Rodriquez Award from Bits of Freedom, appearances on BNR and NRC podcasts or broadcasts, concerns about digital autonomy and dependence on American cloud services, and other links and updates.

### Source excerpt

Hallo allemaal, Er is weer een boel te melden! Ik ga een beetje de politiek in, ik heb een prijs gekregen, twee zinvolle podcasts/radio-uitzendingen. En dat onze btw op het punt staat naar Amerika te gaan. Afsluitend links naar diverse interessante artikelen. Dit is de blogversie van mijn recentste nieuwsbrief. In mijn nieuwsbrief schrijf ik regelmatig over waar ik mee bezig ben, of wat ik belangrijk vind. Schrijf je vooral in (geheel zonder tracking of reclame) als je op de hoogte gehouden wilt worden van nieuwe artikelen!

## FAST Enterprises is planned to provide and manage the Dutch VAT processing system

DevFeed: [FAST Enterprises is planned to provide and manage the Dutch VAT processing system](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/amerika-runt-binnenkort-onze-btw-36276.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/btw-as-an-american-service/>)

Published: 2026-02-26T13:44:09Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Software](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/software.md>), [servers](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/servers.md>)

Tags: [autonomie](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/autonomie.md>), [cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cloud.md>), [nederlands](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/nederlands.md>), [overheid](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/overheid.md>), [servers](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/servers.md>), [software](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/software.md>)

### AI overview

The article criticizes plans for the Dutch Tax Administration's VAT processing modernization. It says FAST Enterprises, an American software company, would provide the software, servers, maintenance, management, and support, with the system expected to connect to 20 to 25 Tax Administration applications.

### Source excerpt

Soms denk je, kan het nog gekker? We gaan het beheer van het platform waarop DigiD draait overlaten aan een Amerikaans bedrijf. Dit was niet de bedoeling, maar het gebeurt nu toch. Maar het blijkt dat het nog erger kan. DigiD is nog wel van ons, maar het beheer van de computers wordt Amerikaans. Maar wat nou als je die stap overslaat, en alles door Amerikanen laat doen? Dat is wat de belastingdienst nu van plan is met de btw.

## Dutch coalition plans aim for digital autonomy and centralized government IT

DevFeed: [Dutch coalition plans aim for digital autonomy and centralized government IT](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/de-digitale-coalitieplannen-gaat-het-ook-echt-gebeuren-36358.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/digitale-coalitieplannen/>)

Published: 2026-02-17T19:50:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cloud.md>), [Security & Privacy](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/security-privacy.md>)

Tags: [cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cloud.md>), [cybersecurity](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cybersecurity.md>), [tech](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/tech.md>)

### AI overview

The article examines digital proposals in Dutch coalition plans, including centralized government IT management, a proposed Dutch Digital Service, stronger cybersecurity, and reducing reliance on American cloud providers. It argues that implementation may be difficult because government technology culture and staffing remain decentralized and closely tied to American big tech.

### Source excerpt

In het eerdere stuk Digitaal zoet en zuur in het coalitieakkoord schreef ik over de bemoedigende en minder bemoedigende stukken van de coalitieplannen. En er staan mooie digitale voornemens in: Een revolutie in de ICT in de Rijksoverheid: centrale aansturing, centrale inkoop, verplichte standaarden, geen geld als men zich niet aan die standaarden houdt. Ook pleit men voor een "Nederlandse Digitale Dienst" binnen de overheid met "doorzettingsmacht", met meer waardering voor ICT-talent Men wil echt weg uit de Amerikaanse cloud, en digitale autonomie moet het uitgangspunt zijn.

## Digital Policy in the Coalition Agreement: AI, Cybersecurity and Digital Autonomy

DevFeed: [Digital Policy in the Coalition Agreement: AI, Cybersecurity and Digital Autonomy](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/digitaal-zoet-en-zuur-in-het-coalitieakkoord-36355.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/digitaal-zoet-zuur-coalitie-akkoord/>)

Published: 2026-02-02T11:00:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Security & Privacy](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/security-privacy.md>), [Cybersecurity](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cybersecurity.md>), [Cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cloud.md>), [Artificial Intelligence](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/ai.md>)

Tags: [ai](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ai.md>), [cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cloud.md>), [cyber](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cyber.md>), [cybersecurity](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cybersecurity.md>), [overheid](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/overheid.md>)

### AI overview

This opinion article reviews digital policy in the coalition agreement, highlighting enthusiasm for AI, proposed government IT centralization, efforts to reduce reliance on American cloud providers, and measures related to cybersecurity and digital autonomy.

### Source excerpt

Het coalitieakkoord heeft een boel woorden die raken aan digitalisering, digitale autonomie en cybersecurity. Veel van de plannen komen niet uit de lucht vallen, en zijn gebaseerd op bijeenkomsten, gesprekken en documenten van de afgelopen jaren. Het is goed te zien dat men gebruik heeft gemaakt van dit eerdere werk (zoals het stuk Wolken aan de horizon, en Ons Digitaal Fundament). Specifiek moet het initiatief van de digitale club van D66 om samen te werken met de digitale zuster-afdelingen van CDA, GroenLinks-PvdA en VVD genoemd worden, waar een gezamenlijk document met input uit is gekomen.

## Rondetafeloverleg Tweede Kamer over Solvinity: Position paper

DevFeed: [Rondetafeloverleg Tweede Kamer over Solvinity: Position paper](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/rondetafeloverleg-tweede-kamer-over-solvinity-position-paper-36513.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://berthub.eu/articles/posts/overheid-operationele-afhankelijkheden/>)

Published: 2026-01-21T20:30:09Z

Content type: opinion

Language: nl

Sources: [Bert Hubert's writings](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/bert-hubert-s-writings.md>)

Topics: [Cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cloud.md>)

Tags: [autonomie](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/autonomie.md>), [cloud](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cloud.md>), [community](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/community.md>), [ibm](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/ibm.md>), [nederlands](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/nederlands.md>), [overheid](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/overheid.md>)

### AI overview

A Dutch position paper discusses government dependence on private providers for critical IT services, prompted by the proposed acquisition of Solvinity and its consequences for DigiD. It argues that governments should retain sufficient expertise and control over outsourced core services.

### Source excerpt

Dinsdag 27 januari om 18:30 is er in Den Haag in de Tweede Kamer een rondetafeloverleg over de consequenties van de (beoogde) overname van Solvinity voor DigiD. Er komen diverse sprekers, onder andere namens Bits of Freedom, de Dutch Cloud Community, Clingendael, NLDigital (big tech), Stichting Digitale Infrastructuur Nederland. Ook zijn Brenno de Winter en Paul Timmers van de partij. En ik ben er ook. En u kunt ook komen! Schrijf je wel hier in vooraf!

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