Podcast appearances and mentions of adrian weckler

In the past few months, providers such as SKY or Virgin have been discussing how to use information gleaned from things such as WhatsApp messages to target both providers and end users of so-called ‘dodgy boxers'. Could we see a penalty point system be introduced in the months ahead? Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor at the Irish Independent and host of the Big Tech show podcast, joins Emmet Oliver to discuss.

European regulators are seeking to ban TikTok's most addictive features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, and its “highly personalised” recommender system.The European Commission has made a preliminary ruling that the social media platform must change it's 'addictive' design or face major fines.Adrian Weckler, technology editor with the Irish Independent, and Regina Doherty, Fine Gael MEP, join The Last Word to discuss this significant move by the EU and whether it will succeed in getting TikTok to drop these features.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Travelling to the US could soon become an app-based dystopia where facial scans and social media tracking are the norm, so writes Adrian Weckler for the Irish IndependentThis update has tightened the traditional Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA), which the vast majority of Irish people rely on for travel to the States.This begs the question, as security tightens, is this the start of further restrictions on travel to the US?Joining me now to explain this further is Technology editor of the Irish Independent, Adrian Weckler and Professor And Political Analyst Clinton Institute UCD, Scott Lucas.

With the global state of play, many Irish tourists are choosing not to travel to the US in these tense times. So is a travel boycott really a smart move? Technology Editor at the Irish Independent, Adrian Weckler, believes not... he joined Sean to explain

With the global state of play, many Irish tourists are choosing not to travel to the US in these tense times. So is a travel boycott really a smart move? Technology Editor at the Irish Independent, Adrian Weckler, believes not... he joined Sean to explain

This week, Snapchat's parent company, Snap, settled a social media addiction case days beforeit was due to go to court. The 19-year-old woman who was the plaintiff in the case alleges that social media platform algorithms left her addicted and affected her mental health. Other defendants in the case, including Instagram parent Meta and ByteDance's TikTok, are still set to go to court. To discuss, Anton is joined by Technology Editor at the Irish Independent and host of the Big Tech show podcast, Adrian Weckler.

Around Europe, countries are cracking down on dodgy box users. Will 2026 be the year dodgy box users begin to become publicly identified, or possibly even fined for the first time? Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent, joined Jonathan Healy on the show to discuss.

Around Europe, countries are cracking down on dodgy box users. Will 2026 be the year dodgy box users begin to become publicly identified, or possibly even fined for the first time? Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent, joined Jonathan Healy on the show to discuss.

The Taoiseach has described reports of the Grok artificial intelligence tool being used to create sexually explicit images of adults and children on social media as "shocking" and "unacceptable". Yet Irish authorities have refrained from tackling Elon Musk on this. We ask why with Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor at the Irish and Sunday Independent.

There's been a lot of talk lately about blood on the streets of Silicon Valley and this time, it's not just hype. Some of the biggest names in artificial intelligence have seen billions wiped off their market value in recent weeks, as investors start asking a blunt question: where's the money?Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor with The Irish Independent, joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss all things AI.

AIB has released new data today detailing the most common scams of 2025, with 57% of all payment fraud reported originated from text message fraud. With last-minute parcels and packages arriving now with Christmas a week away today, it is an especially risky time to fall victim to a financial scam . With advice on how to avoid scams is Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor Irish Independent.

AIB has released new data today detailing the most common scams of 2025, with 57% of all payment fraud reported originated from text message fraud. With last-minute parcels and packages arriving now with Christmas a week away today, it is an especially risky time to fall victim to a financial scam . With advice on how to avoid scams is Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor Irish Independent.

A youth movement against tech giants is on the rise in Europe, calling for a focus on digital justice.So, why is this happening, and why are the first generation to be raised with social media rebelling against it?Joining Andrea to discuss is Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent and Andy O'Donoghue, Tech Journalist.

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent, on the rise in scam phone calls coming from apparent British numbers.

The Government is set to pilot a new digital age-verification system aimed at strengthening online protections for children. Minister for Communications Patrick O'Donovan says the tool will be vital in tackling harmful content and improving online safety. We discuss the implications with Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne, Social Democrats TD Sinead Gibney, and Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent.Later, hospitals across the country tighten visitor restrictions as a new flu strain hits “fast and hard,” raising concerns about mounting pressure on the health system. Professor Christine Loscher, Immunologist at DCU, breaks down what this means for the weeks ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ireland has signed a formal agreement with Australia social media regulators to study its social media ban for under 16s. This comes after a recent study by the RCSI found that body dissatisfaction and sexting are strongly associated with poorer mental health and increased risk of self-harm among Irish teenagers.Joining Jonathan Healy to discuss is Irish Independent's Tech Editor, Adrian Weckler.

Automatic broadband, mobile or TV price hikes may become a thing of the past. Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent is reporting that the Government is getting ready to introduce a law that would allow people to cancel their contracts if prices go up.

Automatic broadband, mobile or TV price hikes may become a thing of the past. Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent is reporting that the Government is getting ready to introduce a law that would allow people to cancel their contracts if prices go up.

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent, and Ruth Roberts, co-owner of cogstoysandgames.ie

Could dodgy box users finally face fines? And why is Ireland looking to copy Italy as it tries to tackle illegal streaming activity? Today's Indo Daily comes from our sister podcast The Big Tech Show with Adrian Weckler. ­ Host: Adrian Weckler Guest: Darragh NolanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor, Irish Independent

Irish dodgy-box users would face direct fines for the first time under new plans being considered by broadcasters and copyright authorities. We discussed this further with Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent.

Irish dodgy-box users would face direct fines for the first time under new plans being considered by broadcasters and copyright authorities. We discussed this further with Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent.

Tensions remain high in Citywest, where protests continue outside a centre for asylum seekers. Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly has promised a “robust response” to any violence as concerns grow over public safety and community division. Joining the discussion are Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon, Sinn Féin TD and Justice Spokesperson Matt Carthy, and Eimer McAuley, News Correspondent with The Journal.Later, outrage after a deepfake video of presidential candidate Catherine Connolly, falsely claiming she had quit the race, spreads online. Could AI manipulation truly sway voters? Adrian Weckler, Irish Independent Technology Editor, and Dr. Susan Leavy, Assistant Professor at UCD's School of Information and Communication Studies, explore how deepfakes threaten democracy.Unrest on the ground, deception online — all on The Tonight Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent, assesses the outage this morning affecting Amazon Web Services.

This week, financial institutions such as The Bank of England and JP Morgan warned that AI stock has reached bubble levels. Adrian Weckler, technology editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent, joins Richard to discuss whether AI investments will meet a similar fate to the 1990s dot com boom and bust.

Adrian Weckler, Irish Independent's Technology Editor

Apple is now calling for reforms to EU anti-monopoly legislation and claims they may stop shipping some of their products to the EU if no changes are made. The company is criticising Brussels' tech regulations and argues that user experience is suffering as a result. Joining us to analyse and discuss this dispute was technology editor with the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent, Adrian Weckler.

Adrian Weckler, Tech editor, Irish and Sunday Independent and Big Tech Show podcast presenter brings us all the tech news and updates. Adrian tells us about Apple's shiny new gadgets and how why tech is much cheaper in the US.

The tech editor of the Irish and Sunday Independent talks today about a very personal story - the death earlier this year of his brother Simon and the efforts made by the family (mother, novelist Deirdre Purcell and father Robert) to care for a loved one with a serious mental health condition

According to a national survey by CyberSafeKids, there has been a huge uptick in the usage of AI chatbots by children in the country - without any safeguards.Should children be using AI at all?Joining Kieran to discuss is Tech Editor for The Irish Independent, Adrian Weckler.

Roblox, the online game-building platform, which is popular with children and teenagers, is looking to introduce online dating. The move pushed by Roblox CEO occurs after Ireland, the UK, and Australia attempt to implement stricter age verification conditions for online, social media and adult content. Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent, joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss.

The cancellation of Stephen Colbert's show has rocked the television industry, but what does it tell us more broadly about the decline of TV?Joining Sean to discuss is Adrian Weckler, Tech Correspondent for the Irish Independent…

The ESB is hiking the prices on EV charging by up to 15%, which means a significant increase for those who drive electric vehicles.Adrian Weckler is Technology Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent, and he joins Kieran to discuss.

Adrian Weckler, technology correspondent with the Irish Independent

From today, online platforms will be subject to new regulations under Coimisiún na Meán's online safety code. Part B, which comes into effect today, requires age verification for users of social media.To discuss with Pat was Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor, Irish and Sunday Independent and also Stella O'Malley, Psychotherapist and Author of What Your Teen is Trying to Tell You.

How do we spot the truth from a lie online? Are AI photos and videos getting too convincing? And what can be done to stop the spread of misinformation? Today on The Indo Daily, we hear from our sister podcast The Big Tech Show with Adrian Weckler. Adrian is joined by Ciarán Cannon, VP of Global Affairs with Alison and former Fine Gael TD for Galway East and Damien Mulley, digital communications expert and founder of Mulley Communications. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major new report suggests that Artificial intelligence (AI) is already starting to replace graduate jobs in Irish firms. Adrian Weckler, tech editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent, joins The Last Word to discuss the five Irish jobs that are most exposed to AI.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent

In this episode, journalist Adrian Weckler from the Irish Independent joins us to unpack the latest warnings from Sky about dodgy boxes. What's really happening, what viewers need to know, and the serious consequences owners could face—all explained in clear, straightforward terms. If you're watching TV the “unofficial” way, this episode is a must-listen.

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent and Jimmy Doyle, founder and CEO of Clubber which shows club and under-age GAA matches from 14 counties and two provinces

Sky Ireland is warning up to 400,000 dodgy-box users of “consequences” if they're caught streaming sport or films using the illegal devices Speaking to Ciara this morning was Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent.

‘Zombie' traffic lights are to be installed on Tara Street in Dublin City in a bid to get people who are distracted by looking at their mobile phones to pay attention to oncoming traffic.Is this a good idea, or an indication that we've become too dependent on our devices?Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor at the Irish & Sunday Independent and Aoife Barry, author of Social Capital, spoke to Matt on Wednesday's The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.

From Jeff Bezos to Elon Musk, are billionaire joyrides helping science or just feeding egos? Today's Indo Daily comes from our sister podcast the Big Tech Show, where Adrian Weckler is joined by space guru Leo Enright to unpack the hype and headlines, and ask whether anyone's actually doing research up there. Host: Adrian Weckler Guest: Leo EnrightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent / James Lawless, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, and Fianna Fáil TD for Kildare North / Justin Urqhart Stewart, economist and markets commentator

Have you thought about what happens to your social media accounts after you die?Do those closest to you have your passwords to login to your Facebook and Instagram accounts? Or does your other half even know your phone password?Tech Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent, Adrian Weckler, has been looking into this and joins Seán to discuss.

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor Irish and Sunday Independent // Susan Murphy, Solicitor with makemywill.ie

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent, discusses the potential loss of 300 jobs at TikTok's Dublin office.

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent, outlines Apple's plans to invest $500 billion in the United States over the next four years.

This episode of The Indo Daily is coming from our sister podcast The Big Tech Show with Adrian Weckler. What is DeepSeek AI? How did it wipe over a trillion dollars off the US NASDAQ Index? And why are experts urging users to be cautious? Founder and CEO of Galvia AI, John Clancy, joins Adrian on this week's episode of The Big Tech Show to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.