Netherlands

Kraken introduces its ‘Krak’ crypto debit card in the Netherlands, offering automatic crypto rewards on purchases as an alternative to low savings rates, with a €15 Bitcoin welcome bonus for new users.

Dutch insurer Menzis proposes eliminating the mandatory healthcare deductible for low-income individuals without increasing their premiums, starting a pilot in 2026 to prevent vulnerable groups from avoiding necessary medical care.

Many Dutch crypto investors paid tax on non-existent profits in 2022. This guide explains how to check your eligibility and claim a refund from the Dutch Tax Authority by reporting your actual returns.

With the Netherlands phasing out its net-metering scheme, home battery sales have more than doubled in 2025. However, the financial return on these batteries remains uncertain and highly dependent on individual circumstances.

Cybercriminals are targeting Dutch crypto holders with a fake tax form designed to steal personal and address information, potentially leading to physical robberies and kidnappings.

Dutch crypto investors who held assets on January 1, 2022, can now claim a tax refund following a Supreme Court ruling. A new form allows taxpayers to report their actual (often negative) returns from the 2022 market crash instead of a fictional one.

New lending norms from the VFN allow Dutch residents, particularly single parents and renters, to borrow significantly more money for purchases like cars and heat pumps, driven by updated sustainability lists and rising disposable incomes.

Over one million Dutch investors can now directly invest in major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP through DEGIRO, the Netherlands’ largest investment platform. This integration blurs the line between traditional and crypto investments, potentially bringing a new wave of long-term investors into the market.

Despite the global rise of digital assets, the top 10 online casinos in the Netherlands do not accept cryptocurrency payments. This article explores the strict regulatory oversight from the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), concerns over transaction transparency, and the volatility of crypto as key reasons for this exclusion.

A new analysis comparing purchasing power across EU nations shows the Netherlands in a stronger position than income figures alone suggest. After accounting for the cost of living, the country climbs the rankings, placing it among Europe’s top-tier economies.