I've interviewed with some startups in Amsterdam, and many seem to want to pay below market rates with no equity. I think this is hindering the startup scene in the Netherlands. Philips and other big companies are taking all the entry level talent because they pay more, leaving startups with less offerings. For example, of all the talented students graduating CS at TU Eindhoven this year, I'm not aware of any who are considering startups (Except me! PM if you know of openings!). When Philips and KPMG and the other big players offer 2x salary, it's hard to turn them down.