Dutch government blocks U.S. company Kyndryl’s acquisition of certified IT supplier Solvinity, citing “potential risks to the public interest”

The Dutch government blocked Kyndryl’s planned acquisition of Solvinity after regulators flagged risks to the public interest.

Authorities said the deal could affect control over infrastructure tied to DigiD, the country’s online identity system.

The move reflects Europe’s growing caution over foreign ownership of critical digital infrastructure and identity services.