Dealroom.co – State of AI in The Netherlands, Jul 2025

The main theme of the report is the analysis of the state of artificial intelligence (AI) in the Netherlands and its role in the European context.

Key findings include that AI represents a generational opportunity to create value, it is changing the economy by shifting value from labor to models, and that the US and China are investing billions to ensure dominance in AI. The future of the Dutch economy depends on its ability to harness AI potential, with Amsterdam lagging behind other European cities in capital and lacking major academic institutions or global R&D hubs. The Netherlands has one of the deepest AI talent pools in Europe, accounting for 8% of Europe's total AI talent.