Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, has announced a €125m investment that will see the transformation of the Cork site into a strategic AI pillar in the global chipmaker’s organisation over the next three years. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in San Diego, CA, Qualcomm is a global leader in wireless […] Read more ›
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Chambers Ireland has announced a new partnership with Miconex, the founders of the trailblazing Town & City Gift Cards concept that is active in 16 towns, cities, and regions across Ireland. The Miconex and Chambers Ireland partnership comes as ‘shop local’ sentiment continues to rise in prominence in the country. Over €17.4m of sales were achieved across the […] Read more ›
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Provisional data from EirGrid, the operator and developer of Ireland’s electricity grid, shows that 44% of electricity in December came from renewable sources. According to EirGrid, demand for electricity usually peaks between 5pm and 6pm on winter evenings when people get home from work and put heating and other appliances on. On Christmas Day, however, […] Read more ›
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HRLocker has announced findings from national research showing that 74% of Irish SMEs fear they would fail a surprise Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) inspection, raising concerns about widespread under?preparedness across the sector. The Irish SME HR Report, drawn from a 2025 survey of 400 HR professionals working in SMEs with 20–249 employees, reveals significant documentation […] Read more ›
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Dell Technologies has announced new innovations for its PowerStore platform designed to help organisations address some of the biggest IT challenges head-on. Today’s businesses face unprecedented uncertainty while continuing to manage familiar challenges: exponential data growth, escalating cyber threats and zero-downtime expectations, all under pressure to do more with less. The latest PowerStore release introduces […] Read more ›
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Kingspan, the global leader in high-performance insulation and building envelope solutions, has partnered with the Big Life Foundation, a leading conservation organisation working to protect over 1.6 million acres of wilderness in the Greater Amboseli ecosystem of East Africa. The partnership reflects Kingspan’s commitment to delivering lasting positive impact for both people and the environment […] Read more ›
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Africa Tech Summit Nairobi has announced 12 ventures selected to showcase on 11th and 12th, 2026, at the Sarit Expo Centre. These companies, spanning payments, Web3, EdTech, climatetech, healthtech, and more, represent the next wave of African ventures ready to attract investors and global partners. Africa Tech Summit Nairobi The 2026 investor-ready ventures include: Bekia(Egypt) is tackling […] Read more ›
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Engineers Ireland was delighted to present the Engineers Ireland STEPS Award to Oisin O’Gorman, Ashkan Samali and Feargal Browne, third year students in Castleknock College, for their project ‘How can AI combat disinformation and deepfakes online’ at the recent Stripe Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2026. The award recognises the most outstanding project with innovative […] Read more ›
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For many business owners and senior leaders, artificial intelligence (AI) still feels bigger and more complicated than it needs to be. Outwardly, there is an impression that everyone else has already worked it out. In private, there is often a quieter concern. What if I ask the wrong question? What if I do not grasp […] Read more ›
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The Government today approved a major expansion of Tyndall National Institute, marking a decisive step in advancing Ireland’s ambition to lead globally in semiconductor research, innovation and advanced manufacturing. The Tyndall expansion is also the first major project to be delivered under Minister Lawless’ landmark research infrastructure and talent investment programme, INSPIRE. Announcing the decision, […] Read more ›
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The broadband market in Ireland is now flooded with providers all offering a myriad of deals. We know it’s hard to find the perfect deal that suits your needs, but we’re here to help. We’ve teamed up with Switcher.ie, the free and impartial price comparison and switching service, to find the best broadband deals available […] Read more ›
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“Ireland’s MedTech sector thrives on collaboration and innovation, supported by robust national incentives to support research, development and innovation” As medical devices become more complex, and digitisation, automation and AI integration evolves, many med tech companies are seeking to collaborate with specialist design, development, automation and manufacturing firms. These Contract Manufacturing Organisations (CMOs) and Contract […] Read more ›
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Are you out of contract or looking for a better deal for your mobile phone? If so, there are some great SIM Only deals available in Ireland right now with huge savings to be made over long contract plans. We’ve teamed up with Switcher.ie, the free and impartial price comparison and switching service, to find the […] Read more ›
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A new Irish EdTech venture aiming to create the global certification standard for AI skills has secured €1 million in funding, led by Bill McCabe’s Oyster Capital with support from Enterprise Ireland. AICertified is the brainchild of EdTech entrepreneur, Ian Dodson, who co-founded and built the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI) in 2008, establishing a global benchmark in digital marketing […] Read more ›
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the general availability of the AWS European Sovereign Cloud, a new, independent cloud for Europe entirely located within the EU, and physically and logically separate from other AWS Regions. The AWS European Sovereign Cloud’s unique approach provides the only fully featured, independently operated sovereign cloud backed by strong technical […] Read more ›
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Only half of household batteries sold on the Irish market are making their way back for recycling each year, new data shows. As newly-bought Christmas gifts replace old devices, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Ireland is urging people to recycle used batteries and unwanted small electrical items, rather than storing or binning them. Its […] Read more ›
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YouTube has announced a new set of tools and content standards designed to give parents more control over their teen’s viewing experience. New research also reveals that 77% of EU parents using YouTube’s supervised accounts agree the content their child views is age-appropriate, and 73% agree the tools give them confidence in a safer digital […] Read more ›
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The Digital4Sustainability EU-funded project is proud to announce the launch of five educational profiles and accompanying core curricula that will help shape the next generation of Europe’s digital sustainability professionals. Developed in close collaboration with industry, academia, and civil society, these profiles define the competencies needed to bridge critical skills gaps and guide organisations through […] Read more ›
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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions operating a service delivery centre in Ireland today announced a strategic collaboration with AMD. The collaboration will help enterprises scale AI adoption from pilots to production, modernise legacy environments, and build secure, high performance digital workplaces. Under the collaboration, TCS and […] Read more ›
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Integrity360, one of the leading pan-European cyber security specialists, has announced that it is launching a new Managed Security Awareness Service to tackle one of the fastest-growing cyber threats for businesses in Ireland – human risk. Integrity360 is rolling out the new service amid growing industry demand as human-driven breaches stemming from phishing, social engineering, […] Read more ›
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By David Stephen There is a new [January, 2026] story in The New York Times, Google and Character.AI to Settle Lawsuit Over Teenager’s Death, stating that, “Google and Character.AI, a maker of artificial intelligence companions, agreed to settle a lawsuit that had accused the companies of providing harmful chatbots that led a teenager to kill himself, according […] Read more ›
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The Irish Town & City Gift Cards network has announced €17.4m in sales in the country in 2025, an increase of 65% on 2024. Delivered by fintech Miconex, the Town & City Gift Cards concept is active across Ireland in Ballinrobe, Carndonagh, Cavan, Drogheda, Donegal Town, Dungarvan & West Waterford, Kilkenny, Limerick, Letterkenny, Monaghan, Mullingar, Macroom, Sligo, […] Read more ›
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A record number of solar panels were installed on homes across Ireland in 2025, new SEAI data has revealed. A total of 34,088 households installed solar panels with grant aid in 2025, surpassing the 29,151 grant-assisted installations in 2024. Some 33,048 grants were awarded under the SEAI’s Solar PV Scheme, the highest figure recorded to […] Read more ›
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New Years resolutions Every January we procrastinate over New Years resolutions before finally deciding if we have any or not. One of the more popular ones is taking part in Dry January where we abstain from alcohol for a month. Other popular ones include quitting smoking and going for daily walks. Admirable as they are […] Read more ›
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OpenAI’s new Sora reached approximately 627,000 downloads on iOS in its first week but the milestone quickly turned sour as deepfake videos of celebrities, historical figures, and copyrighted characters flooded social media. Families of Robin Williams and Martin Luther King Jr. have condemned the unauthorised AI re-creations, while studios and estates demand OpenAI protect likeness rights. One […] Read more ›
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Returned or soon to be returned Irish emigrants who want to start or develop a business have until Friday (January 16th) to apply for a free government business development programme. The government-backed programme – Back for Business – will provide them with expert mentorship and business support for six months. This is the ninth year […] Read more ›
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Updated electric vehicle (EV) battery health data from Geotab Inc., a global leader in connected vehicle and asset management solutions, shows that modern EV batteries continue to perform strongly through their operational lifespan, even as fast charging becomes more common. In its updated EV battery health study, the company analysed real-world battery health data from […] Read more ›
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