Professional contractors are powering Ireland’s workforce, marking a significant shift in hiring dynamics, according to new data from Matrix Recruitment. Women and those over 50 are outperforming in the contract market, while exclusive recruitment partnerships are emerging to tackle a competitive hiring landscape. Matrix’s latest Q2 2025 Workforce Trends Report spotlights a growing demand for […] Read more ›
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A new global challenge is looking for sustainable and innovative solutions to reinvent instrument transformers Arteche, a global manufacturer of electrical equipment with presence in over 127 countries, has joined forces with ennomotive, the leading engineering innovation platform, to improve the sustainability of instrument transformers. Arteche’s instrument transformers, widely used in power grids around the […] Read more ›
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Dell Technologies has introduced Concept Astro, an innovation that uses AI, digital twins, and automation to optimise energy consumption and streamline data centre operations. As artificial intelligence drives a new wave of digital transformation, growing energy demands have placed immense pressure on global data infrastructure. Increasing AI adoption continues to drive energy demands in the […] Read more ›
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Last Saturday, teenage girls from across Ireland gathered at Portershed, a modern co-working hub in Galway’s city centre, for the launch of Teen-Turn’s 2025 Innovators programme, which is backed in part by BNY. The event marked the beginning of a year-long initiative designed to help participants turn promising afterschool projects into viable tech start-ups. Each […] Read more ›
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AIB and Microsoft Ireland have announced the rollout of a broad and integrated suite of AI capabilities in AIB to support colleagues and drive greater innovation for AIB customers, transforming how the organisation works, builds, and innovates. This reinforces AIB’s commitment to responsible, enterprise-scale AI adoption. At the core of this transformation is the widespread […] Read more ›
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There is a recent report by Menlo Ventures,  2025: The State of Consumer AI, stating that, “More than half of American adults (61%) have used AI in the past six months, and nearly one in five rely on it every day. Scaled globally, that translates to 1.7–1.8 billion people who have used AI tools, with 500–600 […] Read more ›
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National Broadband Ireland (NBI), the company rolling out the National Broadband Plan (NBP) has today (Wednesday) hosted an event on Achill Island to mark the first connections to high-speed fibre broadband on the remote island Main build works on the island infrastructure are now complete enabling over 2,500 homes, farms and businesses to high-speed broadband. […] Read more ›
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Senator Craughwell leads the charge to a secure digital future Ireland’s digital progress has been extraordinary. From online banking and healthcare systems to remote learning and connected infrastructure, the nation has embraced digitalisation across every sector. However, this transformation has come at a cost. As our digital footprint expands, so too does our exposure to […] Read more ›
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Global fintech SumUp has launched SumUp Terminal, an all-in-one point of sale (POS) device that directly addresses the challenges faced by growing businesses. The device includes a card reader, POS, ordering system, and receipt printer, helping merchants manage orders, staff, inventory, and reporting in one place. This design allows staff to leave the sales counter […] Read more ›
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IdeasLab, University of Galway’s hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, has celebrated student entrepreneurs and innovators at the 2025 Start100 programme. Now in its fourth year, the six-week incubator brings in partners from the world of business and enterprise to support students and student teams as they develop early-stage business ideas. The programme culminated in a […] Read more ›
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Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) and BioAtlantis have announced the launch of an innovative new research initiative, VASEACAD (Valorising Seafood Side Streams, Residues, Unwanted Catches and Discards). The project is funded under the EU-SBEP-2 Call (Second Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership) and is supported by the Marine Institute. With a total funding award of €1.6 million, […] Read more ›
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Ireland’s AI startup scene received a significant boost as PorterShed officially launched its AI Venture Forge Accelerator in Galway City. This 12-week accelerator is designed to transform AI-first startups and corporate innovation teams into globally competitive ventures, primed for commercial traction and investor readiness. AI Venture Forge is rooted in the globally renowned Disciplined Entrepreneurship […] Read more ›
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Global fintech SumUp has launched SumUp Terminal, an all-in-one point of sale (POS) device that directly addresses the challenges faced by growing businesses. The device includes a card reader, POS, ordering system, and receipt printer, helping merchants manage orders, staff, inventory, and reporting in one place. This design allows staff to leave the sales counter […] Read more ›
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The Noledge Group, the Irish cloud ERP solution specialist, has announced that it has been named ICT Company of the Year at the 2025 InBUSINESS Recognition Awards. The Dublin-headquartered company received the award during a gala ceremony at Clontarf Castle, Dublin. Now in their 13th year, the InBUSINESS Recognition Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of […] Read more ›
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AI-powered enterprise intelligence and automation platform Oraion has announced it has raised $3.5 million in a pre-seed funding round to support product development and accelerate expansion into the US and Latin America. The investment will also enable Oraion to expand its team, with the aim of tripling the workforce to 45 staff focused on engineering, […] Read more ›
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During the recent Dublin Tech Summit, I recorded a series of podcasts. In my second podcast I spoke to Alan Browne, one of the Dublin Tech Summit speakers and a CEO and Co-Founder of Soarvo and the Executive Chairman of KOREC Group. Alan talks about his background, AI, geo spatial data and more. More about […] Read more ›
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PlayDayz, a new app designed to help parents connect, arrange playdates, and share childcare within their trusted networks, has launched in Ireland. Developed in partnership with award-winning Irish software firm Square Root Solutions, PlayDayz aims to make playdates and childcare more accessible, affordable, and community-driven. PlayDayz app launches in Ireland Flexible, affordable membership PlayDayz is available […] Read more ›
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A collaboration between Aston University in the UK and RAD Global will help small farmers in East Africa keep food fresher for longer, preventing food waste and improving livelihoods. Working with other partners they have developed pioneering cold storage boxes which can keep food fresh without access to grid electricity. Affordable cold boxes for small […] Read more ›
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A new report from trusted global employment and payroll platform Boundless has confirmed that the United Kingdom and Ireland offer some of the most competitive employment cost structures in Europe, especially for companies seeking to access highly skilled talent without incurring the high overheads seen across much of continental Europe. The annual Boundless 2025 report covers 36 […] Read more ›
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Logicalis UK&I, a global technology service provider, today announces that it has set the foundation for John Paul Construction’s international future with AI services. John Paul Construction (JPC) is one of Ireland’s leading contractors with over 75 years’ experience in delivering projects across a wide array of sectors. Currently the business operates in Ireland, the […] Read more ›
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