The Netherlands has long been a hub for innovation, but in an increasingly competitive global landscape, staying ahead requires more than ambition – it demands investment in cutting-edge technology, talent, and the right conditions for startups and scaleups to thrive.

The State of Dutch Tech 2025 Report provides a data-driven look at the Dutch tech ecosystem in 2024, highlighting its strengths, challenges, and how it compares to other leading tech economies.

Here are just a few key takeaways from the report:

• Shift in Investor Activity: Dutch investors are stepping back from €50M+ funding rounds, with EU and US investors stepping in to fill the gap

• Deeptech Growth: Deeptech continues to grow and remains a key driver of the scaleup ratio

• AI Funding Challenges: Dutch AI companies lack the capital intensity seen in more heavily funded markets, limiting their ability to scale rapidly

• Scaleups as Employers: Scaleups are established employers, with increasing attrition driving higher demand for new hires

• And many more…