7+
Years Running
Est. 2019 — Netherlands chapter
100+
Countries in our global network
3
Technology Tracks
Blockchain · Data Science · Quantum Computing
Who We Are
About KBI Netherlands
KBI Netherlands is part of the Königsberger Bridges Institute (KBI) — an international nonprofit named after the Königsberg Bridges Problem, the mathematical puzzle that Euler solved in 1736 by inventing graph theory. We have been applying that same principle to students ever since: structured thinking leads to real outcomes.
We bring together students, educators, researchers, and industry in the Netherlands to do what most institutions do not: connect rigorous thinking with real-world application, from day one.
Our story →Compete. Learn. Build. Connect.
What we offer
Four pillars. One community. Designed for students who want more than just a classroom.
Compete
Olympiad-track competitions in blockchain, data science, and quantum computing — including ETO Western 2026, our flagship event at InHolland.
View competitions → CertifyStructured certification programmes for students and professionals who want depth, not just exposure.
View pathways → CollabApplied research, working groups, and collaborative projects tackling real-world SDG-aligned challenges.
View projects → ConnectSocratic Circles, community gatherings, and peer learning sessions across the KBI Netherlands network.
View community →
Who We Serve
Where do you fit?
Whether you are a student ready to compete, an educator looking to bring KBI to your institution, or an organisation that wants to partner — there is a clear entry point for you.
For Students
You do not need to be a coder. You need to be curious, collaborative, and willing to tackle real problems.
KBI Netherlands gives students structured, credible pathways into emerging technologies — whether you are a secondary school student just starting out or a university student ready to compete internationally.
International competition
Enter IBCOL, IDSOL, IQCOL, and ETO Western through the I2OL scheme.
Certification and training
Earn recognised credentials in blockchain, data science, and quantum computing.
Mentorship and community
Connect with peers, alumni, and industry professionals across the KBI network.
Career pathways
Competition records and KBI recognition strengthen university applications and CVs.
For Educators & Institutions
Give your students access to something the syllabus cannot.
KBI Netherlands extends learning beyond the classroom — connecting your students to international competition stages, hands-on training, and a community of peers and mentors across the Netherlands and beyond.
Curriculum-adjacent programmes
Competitions and training that complement STEM, computer science, and business curricula.
Institutional partnerships
Host I2OL regional rounds, co-brand events, and connect with KBI’s global university network.
Educator development
Workshops and community access for educators entering blockchain, data, and quantum fields.
Student achievement recognition
Official KBI certificates and competition results for programme records and reporting.
For Professionals
Give back. Find talent. Shape the field.
You know what the industry actually needs. We have the students who want to learn it. Whether you mentor, judge, speak, or collaborate — the community benefits, and so do you.
Mentorship
Mentor competition participants and training cohorts in blockchain, data science, or quantum computing.
Speaking & judging
Contribute as a guest speaker, panel judge at ETO Western, or workshop facilitator.
Research collaboration
Collaborate with KBI working groups on applied technology projects bridging academia and industry.
Talent pipeline
Early access to competition finalists and certification graduates for recruitment opportunities.
For Sponsors & Partners
Support the Netherlands’ next generation of technology leaders.
Your sponsorship funds serious, rigorous programmes that directly develop emerging-tech talent — with brand visibility, talent access, and mission alignment.
Brand visibility
Logo placement, event recognition, and programme visibility across KBI Netherlands channels.
Direct talent access
Introductions to finalists and certification graduates for internship and graduate recruitment.
CSR alignment
Support education and sustainable innovation aligned with your organisation’s CSR goals.
Flexible tiers
Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum sponsorship tiers — or custom in-kind partnerships.
What’s coming up
Conference
Oct8–9
ETO Western 2026
KBI’s flagship event in the Netherlands — showcasing outstanding student work in blockchain and trust technologies, data science and AI, and quantum computing and information theory. Open to participants worldwide.
Event details →
Training
2026
Emerging-Technology SkillSprint (ETS) 2026
Short, intensive workshops across blockchain, data workflows, AI practice, and related emerging-technology domains. Practical content, accessible delivery. Dates and venues to be announced.
Learn more →What participants say
Our Impact
Voices from the KBI global community.
“The IBCOL, IDSOL, and KBI network connected me with industry professionals, which helped me get a job in Software Engineering at JP Morgan HK. The experience also inspired me to launch my own startup, Talentier, which I recently brought to Silicon Valley.”
“Participating in ETO was an invaluable experience. The opportunity to network and connect with talented individuals and experts worldwide allowed me to exchange ideas and build meaningful relationships.”
“KBI comprises a great team of professionals with rich academic and enterprise experience. They are very dedicated to advancing students’ knowledge and application skills in blockchain and data science.”
Latest from KBI Netherlands
KBI at Paris Blockchain Week 2026
Our team joined one of Europe's most significant blockchain gatherings at Le Carrousel du Louvre.
Read article →
ETO Western 2026 Coming to InHolland
8–9 October 2026 — KBI's flagship event returns to InHolland, open to participants worldwide.
Read article →
IQCOL Expands to the Netherlands
The quantum computing olympiad joins IBCOL and IDSOL to complete the full I2OL triad.
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Why KBI Goes to Davos
A field report from WEF 2026 and what the conversations there mean for emerging-technology talent.
Read article →
KBI Co-organises Dutch Blockchain Week Hackathon 2025
A two-day hackathon at Meervaart Amsterdam on AI-powered compliance tools built on blockchain.
Read article →Your next step starts here.
Learn for real. Compete for real. Grow with people who take emerging technology seriously.