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European Central Bank asks residents for input on new banknote designs

Residents across the EU, including in the Netherlands, can vote on a shortlist of 10 proposed designs for the next series of euro notes.

Essentially Amsterdam Staff · July 26, 2026 at 8:50 a.m. CEST
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Non-tech companies in Amsterdam are increasingly requiring AI skills in job listings

Data shows a sharp rise in local non-tech employers searching for staff who know how to use artificial intelligence in daily work.

July 26, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. CEST
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Johan Cruijff ArenA tests cashierless AI kiosks for faster stadium snacks

Visitors at the Amsterdam stadium can now scan a phone at the entrance, pick up food and drinks, and walk straight out without stopping to pay.

July 26, 2026 at 6:39 a.m. CEST
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Kwaku Summer Festival to end in its current form after this year’s edition

Organizers say rising operational costs and strict regulations have made the long-running Amsterdam-Zuidoost event impossible to maintain in its present setup.

July 26, 2026 at 6:05 a.m. CEST
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VodafoneZiggo reports subscriber growth as parent company prepares for Amsterdam stock listing

The Dutch telecom provider added thousands of new internet and mobile customers in the second quarter while adjusting to lower overall revenues.

July 26, 2026 at 4:23 a.m. CEST
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Bright fireball seen in the night sky over Amsterdam was a falling SpaceX satellite

A bright streak of light visible across the city and surrounding regions was caused by space debris burning up in the atmosphere.

July 26, 2026 at 4:04 a.m. CEST
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Police dismantle large human trafficking ring in Red Light District

A joint Dutch and Romanian operation has ended a long-running exploitation network operating in the center of Amsterdam.

July 26, 2026 at 2:32 a.m. CEST
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Amsterdam mayor and aldermen receive salary increase following national civil service agreement

Local government executives get a 2.7 percent pay rise tied to civil servant contracts, while municipal council members miss out.

July 26, 2026 at 1:54 a.m. CEST
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