Exhibition Short Circuit | open Fri/Sat/Sun in June | 12:00 - 17:00 hrs
Future Internet Lab
European digital ID wallets are a gift to Google and Apple
European governments are rolling out digital identity wallets, which are to be used by citizens to access services, and to verify their age online. There is a serious problem with this: these wallets rely on safety services of Google and Apple.
calling on the city council
Amsterdam, be explicit about technology
On Wednesday 3 June, PRO Amsterdam and D66 presented their coalition agreement. The plan does not address how the city can achieve digital independence. Together with Commons Network and Cybersoek, Waag is calling on the city council to be explicit about technology.
skills for the future
Sign up now for the Teacher Camps at Waag Futurelab
Sign up now for the Teacher Maker Camp and Teacher Tech Camp at Waag Futurelab for the 2026–2027 academic year. During these two-day training sessions, you’ll discover new ways to creatively incorporate technology and maker education into your classroom.
Smart Citizens Lab
Submit your citizens’ collective initiative for the NWA’s Citizen Science call
We warmly invite partnerships between citizens’ groups and research institutions to jointly submit a research proposal for smart, liveable cities.
public technology
More grip on technology with the Public Stack Academy
Every decision made in the design and implementation of technology affects you, your organisation and our society. In the Public Stack Academy by Waag you will learn how to make impactful choices that align with your values.
2026-06-06T12:00:55+02:002026-06-28T17:00:00+02:00
6
Jun
28
Jun
A different digital world
Exhibition: Short Circuit
2026-06-18T13:00:00+02:002026-08-31T21:00:00+02:00
18
Jun
31
Aug
installation in the public space
What appears foul becomes fertile
2026-06-27T12:32:48+02:002026-06-28T17:32:48+02:00
27
Jun
28
Jun
(re)discover the historical city centre
Wallen Festival
2026-07-02T19:30:00+02:002026-07-02T21:00:00+02:00
2
Jul
19:30
21:00
Walking with Waag
cancelled
The technological city
2026-08-06T19:30:00+02:002026-08-06T21:30:00+02:00
6
Aug
19:30
21:30
workshop measuring water quality
Water wise
Mission
Waag Futurelab contributes to the research, design and development of a sustainable, just society
- By collectively researching emerging technology, and questioning underlying cultural assumptions;
- By experimenting with and designing alternatives on the basis of public values;
- By developing an open, fair and inclusive future together with civil society.
