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In this episode, we dissect industry-shaping stories, debating CoreWeave's $35 billion IPO, AWS Transform: AI for legacy app modernisation, and the exciting intersection of quantum computing and AI and how much Nvidia is investing in the Market - are they becoming the new Microsoft, Apple or Google?Whether you're deep in tech, cloud services, AI innovation, or market dynamics, this episode delivers sharp analysis, insightful predictions, and essential context to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.Hosts:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanshanks/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewismarshall/

Today's bite-sized episode is a quick shout out to the Meaningful XR conference  happening Thursday May 22nd and Friday May 23rd at the UC Davis International Center and virtually in VRChat.On Friday at 12:30pm  I'll be joining the panel, Creating platforms and apps to better people's lives Led by Carsten Becker Faculty, Media Design and Extended Reality at USC Iovine & Young Academy Featuring Guljaha Shaik Neely Fellow 2024-25 and recent MBA graduate from the USC Marshall School of BusinessAnd friend of the podcast Avi Bar-Zeev XR pioneer, founder and President of The XR Guild, a non-profit that seeks to support and educate professionals in XR on ethics and most positive outcomes for humanity.Thanks for listening! Happy installing... Subscribe to Zero to Start on your favorite podcast platform Follow our podcast page on LinkedIn!FEATURED LINKS:MeaningfulXR ConferenceNeely Purpose Driven XR LibraryNeely Center for Ethical Leadership and Decision MakingXR GuildDigital Wellbeing -Caitlin KrauseThinking Fast and Slow - Daniel KahnemanCONNECT WITH SICILIANA:LinkedInsicilianatrevino.com

Aaron Levie, CEO & co-founder of Box, joins Azeem Azhar to explore how an “AI-first” mindset is reshaping every layer of Box – from product road-maps to pricing – and what that teaches the rest of us about building faster, smarter organisations.Timestamps:(00:00) Episode trailer(02:04) The "lump of labor fallacy" in sci-fi books(07:37) When individual productivity gains don't translate to teams(12:32) Box's Friday AI demos(21:23) How agents might redefine 100 years of management science(26:37) A lesson on AI innovation from the early days of Ford(29:52) Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella, and Sergey Brin are coding again?(35:16) Pricing in a post-AI agent world(38:43) Cheaper tokens, heavier usage: AI's margin math(43:02) Solving AI's verifiability problem(48:24) How Aaron uses AI in his personal lifeAaron's links:Box: https://www.box.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boxaaron/X/Twitter: https://x.com/levieAzeem's links:Substack: https://www.exponentialview.co/Website: https://www.azeemazhar.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azharX/Twitter: https://x.com/azeemThis conversation was recorded for “Friday with Azeem Azhar”, live every Friday at 9 am PT / 12 pm ET. Catch it via Exponential View on Substack.Produced by supermix.io and EPIIPLUS1 Ltd

This week on Linux Out Loud, Wendy is joined by Bill and Neal from the SUDO Show to share their latest open source adventures. From resurrecting old hardware to attending conferences, expanding solar setups, and testing the latest Linux desktops, the crew dives into the intersection of tech, creativity, and community. Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-111/ Contact info: Matt (Twitter @MattTDN (https://twitter.com/MattTDN)) Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN (https://mastodon.online/@WendyDLN)) Nate (Website CubicleNate.com (https://cubiclenate.com/)) Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux) Neal (Mastodon @neal@social.gompa.me) Special Guests: Bill and Neal.

Podcast Notes: Interview with Carson Bruce of The Worship Keys Episode Overview In this episode of the Church Front Worship and Tech Podcast, Luke Jackson interviews Carson Bruce, founder of The Worship Keys platform—a resource dedicated to helping keys players in worship settings improve their skills and understanding of their role. About Carson Bruce & The Worship Keys Founder of The Worship Keys platform, which focuses on four main areas: music theory, gear/software, ministry, and industry Classically trained pianist who now lives in Nashville The Worship Keys podcast releases weekly on Wednesdays, featuring interviews with keys players Origin Story Carson created the platform because he "wished something like this existed" when he was younger Piano has been central to his personal faith journey—often serving as his "prayer closet" Noticed a gap in resources specifically for worship keys players Essential Skills for Worship Pianists Heart Posture: "If your heart is not in ministry...you're not going to stay on that stage satisfied" Playing by Ear: Learning to listen and replicate what you hear is crucial Nashville Number System: Understanding music theory through the number system Ear Training: Practice playing unfamiliar worship songs by ear, then verify with chord charts Focus on Fundamentals: Learn to play well before worrying about gear Transitioning from Classical to Contemporary Classical training often emphasizes sight-reading and technical precision Worship contexts require playing by ear, improvisation, and band awareness Many pianists struggle with this transition because the learning approaches are fundamentally different Nashville Number System for Keys Players Despite some believing it's mainly useful for guitarists, Carson advocates for pianists using the Nashville Number System because: It facilitates whole-band communication Makes modulation easier Numbers are quicker to call out than complex chord names Works internationally across language barriers Promotes collaboration rather than piano-centric leadership Common Mistakes Worship Keys Players Make Overplaying the Low End: Creates muddiness when there's already a bass player Doing Too Much: Sometimes simplicity serves the song better Playing Full Triads in Both Hands: Consider simpler voicings like fifths or suspended chords Not Understanding Context: Different musical styles require different approaches Technology Tips Software Options MainStage: Good for Mac users, moderate learning curve Ableton Live: Most powerful but steeper learning curve Sunday Keys App: User-friendly iPad app with AI capabilities ($120) Hardware Highlight Atmosphere Pedal by Aerospace Audio: Physical pedal with high-quality atmospheric pads built in Allows pianists to trigger pads without needing a computer on stage Features 10 different pad sounds based on atmospheric layers Small footprint allows it to be placed directly on the keyboard Keys Players' Rigs Carson's typical setup includes: Arturia KeyLab MIDI controller MainStage software for sounds Focusrite 18i20 interface when running tracks Software from Sunday Sounds or Aerospace Audio for pads Decision-Making for Keys Equipment Carson's advice: If your keyboard works well, keep it and upgrade your sounds through software Consider Sunday Keys app for simplicity and ease of use MainStage for Mac users who want more control Ableton Live for those willing to invest time in learning a comprehensive system Use iPad apps when available to avoid complex computer setups Sunday Keys App Highlights Features AI-generated sounds based on text or emoji descriptions Allows easy sharing of setlists between multiple campuses Affordable one-time purchase with optional annual updates Limitation: Cannot currently import custom-created patches Artists That Inspire Carson Red Rocks Worship (particularly Spooky Scott) Elevation Rhythm (especially "Goodbye Yesterday") The Ramp Worship from Hamilton, Alabama Various gospel artists for technical inspiration Connect with The Worship Keys Instagram: @theworshipkeys YouTube: The Worship Keys Email: Carson@theworshipkeys.com Key Quotes "If you're not using the number system as a pianist, maybe you're not meaning to, but it's like you're trying to say one up almost." "It's like buying a Lamborghini and driving it in first gear everywhere you go." "The piano was once looked at as a secular instrument that you only play in the bars and the pubs, and then it was brought into the church and people had big problems with that." "A lot of times they're asking you to do less in a full band context." Apply to Join Churchfront Premium Apply to Join Churchfront Pro Free Worship and Production Toolkit Shop Our Online Courses Join us at the Churchfront Conference Follow Churchfront on Instagram or TikTok: @churchfront Follow on Twitter: @realchurchfront Gear we use to make videos at Churchfront Musicbed SyncID: MB01VWQ69XRQNSN  

The Cork headquartered Irish multinational professional services company; Org Group has acquired the globally recognised technology recruiting business Venturi. The move further extends Org Group's reach across key European countries including Germany, the UK, and into the United States of America. Org Group employs over 3,000 people in 10 countries worldwide with operating subsidiaries including the global talent services firm Morgan McKinley, business process managed services company Abtran, and the advisory and technology services firm Org Advisory. Org Group specialises in organisational engineering through people, processes and technology. The Group provides clients with a deep understanding of the management, organisational and resourcing requirements that are increasingly being shaped by rapid technological change, shifting market expectations and customer behaviours. This acquisition will specifically complement the capabilities of the Group's Org Advisory and Technology Services teams, specialising in the future of work through digital transformation, workforce technology enablement and organisational design for technology-driven change. Venturi specialises in connecting top-tier talent and skills with innovative companies across key digital disciplines. The company is headquartered in Manchester, UK, with offices in New York, USA and Düsseldorf, Germany and has established itself as a trusted partner for organisations seeking expertise in data and analytics, software engineering, Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions. Venturi's founder, Brad Lamb and the company's leadership team and people will continue to grow and develop the business within the Org Group. Seb O'Connell, Chief Executive Officer of Org Group said, "We are very happy to welcome all of our colleagues at Venturi to the Org Group. Venturi has a leading presence in key technology sectors including technology consulting, fintech, and e-commerce with long established and high growth clients. This strategic combination of our companies will add further value and scale to our offering and capabilities. Through our investment in Venturi, we are expanding our market presence and opening new avenues for our clients to the essential human capital they rely upon to thrive and succeed in competitive industries around the world." Brad Lamb, Managing Director of Venturi said, "As we join forces with Org Group, we are entering a new chapter of growth and innovation. This partnership represents a powerful alignment of shared values and ambition where we will continue to deliver exceptional talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Together, we are uniquely positioned to unlock new opportunities for talented people and industry-leading clients, creating market impact and value in key technology growth sectors." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Video version of this podcast - https://youtu.be/SHwixYEgnSsWelcome to another exciting X-Raid episode! In this video we were invited by Mr. Dilina Janadith (Lecturer, Dept. of Integrated Design, University of Moratuwa) to record this special episode at their design exhibition.We talk about Sri Lankan culture, love, and human behavior through the eyes of youth.Intro - 00:00What is this exhibition about? - 00:40Start the tour - 01:48Product 1 (Hoaxter) - 02:42Product 2 (Swaying Scale) - 04:04Product 3 (Chest beater) - 05:15Product 4 (Barred Claw) - 08:04Product 5 (Flood pot) - 10:17Product 6 (Polaroid juicer) - 11:07Product 7 (Affair Fryer) - 12:26Product 8 (Scorch slate) - 14:54Lost and found department - 16:26Restaurant - 17:10Survey - 20:14Our thoughts of the exhibition - 21:15Feedback from a visitor - 23:51Back to our thoughts - 24:58"Upek" the camera man - 25:16We talk with a Lecturer at University of Moratuwa - 25:31----------------------------------------------------------------------- Please consider supporting our production by becoming a patron. - https://www.patreon.com/dezeexOur new Telegram Channels*Join "The X-Raid Forum (Pre-Release)" on Telegram: https://t.me/XRaidForum*Join "X-Raid Comments" on Telegram: https://t.me/XRaidChat*Follow X-Raid Podcast on Telegram: https://t.me/XRaidPodcast*Telegram Resource Group - https://t.me/joinchat/4aiGNtiEYrowZjQ1Watch Full Podcast via All Podcast Platforms -https://podcasts.apple.com/lk/podcast/x-raid-podcast/id1495636866----------------------------------------------------------------------------TikTok -⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@xraidpodcast⁠Facebook Group - ⁠https://web.facebook.com/groups/597579595524895/⁠Facebook Page - ⁠https://web.facebook.com/people/X-Raid-Podcast/100086341167506/⁠Podcast Subreddit එක - https://www.reddit.com/r/xraidpodcastDiscord එක - https://discord.gg/8pkAH4fLahiru ගේ Patreon එක (Free) - https://www.patreon.com/lhrsupun------------------------------------------------------------------------------------My Spotify PlaylistSinhala Drill Songs - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4aeyAqTZVRimVC3OyfAhOD?si=ead929b1649f4302English - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/12kgsTzmRAdGgig3hFsqHV?si=JRrpLtcDTHSuMfJCHv_TqA&utm_source=copy-linkSinhala - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6j1hHRG6zh4pFEGM9sz6Ca?si=mOu5VBaORZiXo7lSrduJFA&utm_source=copy-link-----------------------------------------------------------------අපිව Contact කරගන්න ඕනේනම් මෙන්න අපේ Social media.Dilan (Instagram) - https://www.instagram.com/xzeede/or (@dezeex)Lahiru (Twitter)- https://twitter.com/Lhr_SupunLike and Subscribe!✌#xraidpodcastX-Raid: The No 1 Sinhala Tech Podcast#SriLanka #CulturePodcast #UniversityOfMoratuwa #DesignExhibition #SriLankanArt #XraidPodcast #IntegratedDesign #HumanBehavior #SriLankanLove

In this 30-minute episode, we investigate how Saudi Arabia is set to become the world's next AI hub. Unravelling the state-backed initiative, HUMAIN, and the billions being channelled into local data-centre capacity with Nvidia and AWS.We also uncover Nvidia's newly open-sourced Isaac GR00T N1 foundation model, trained on vast libraries of human motion-capture, and the impact that is going to have on the robotics industry. When will they be coming for our jobs?Finally, we explore the EnMap satellites now tracking CO₂ and NO₂  and if countries are even paying any attention to climate change. As well as finding out what dolphins think of humans by translating their conversations using Gemma AI.Hosts:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanshanks/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewismarshall/

Aja Hammerly, director of developer relations at Google, sees AI as the always-available coding partner developers have long wished for—especially in those late-night bursts of inspiration. In a conversation with Alex Williams at Google Cloud Next, she described AI-assisted coding as akin to having a virtual pair programmer who can fill in gaps and offer real-time support. Hammerly urges developers to start their AI journey with tools that assist in code writing and explanation before moving into more complex AI agents. She distinguishes two types of DevEx AI: using AI to build apps and using it to eliminate developer toil. For Hammerly, this includes letting AI handle frontend work while she focuses on backend logic. The newly launched Firebase Studio exemplifies this dual approach, offering an AI-enhanced IDE with flexible tools like prototyping, code completion, and automation. Her advice? Developers should explore how AI fits into their unique workflow—because development, at its core, is deeply personal and individual.Learn more from The New Stack about the latest AI insights with Google Cloud:Google AI Coding Tool Now Free, With 90x Copilot's OutputGemini 2.5 Pro: Google's Coding Genius Gets an UpgradeQ&A: How Google Itself Uses Its Gemini Large Language ModelJoin our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game. 

ESB is once again running guided tours at Ardnacrusha Power Station in Co Clare this summer, offering the public a rare opportunity to explore one of Ireland's most significant engineering landmarks - free of charge. School group tours will take place from 22 May to 30 June with public tours beginning July 1 through to 5 September 2025 (weekdays only). Each tour provides a fun, engaging and informative experience, tracing the story of electricity in Ireland from the station's origins in the 1920s to ESB's modern-day commitment to renewable energy and reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2040. Brendan Shine, Plant Manager at Ardnacrusha, said: "All the staff working here at Ardnacrusha are delighted to once again open the gates of the station to school groups and the public so they can get an insight into the workings of our great station, and the contribution it has made to the country's economic and social history. Our guides will ensure this is a memorable experience for all and we encourage anyone interested to book early." Visitors on the 90-minute guided tour will learn how Ardnacrusha revolutionised life in Ireland and continues to play a vital role in ESB's sustainability strategy. Participants will also gain insight into some of the cutting-edge renewable energy technologies being adopted by the organisation. Ardnacrusha Tour Details: School Group Tours: 22 May - 30 June 2025 Public Tours: 1 July - 5 September 2025 Days: Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays) Duration: Approx. 90 minutes Group Size: Up to 30 people Bookings are essential and can be made at www.esb.ie/ardnacrushatours, where visitors can also find accessibility information and check available dates. Commissioned in 1929, Ardnacrusha was the centrepiece of the Shannon hydro-electric scheme - a visionary project that symbolised Irish independence and industrial ambition. Constructed by 5,000 workers over four years, the scheme cost over IR£5 million, the equivalent of 20% of Ireland's GDP at the time. With an initial capacity of 86 megawatts, it was enough to power the entire country. Today, Ardnacrusha remains operational, contributing around 2% of Ireland's total electricity supply. Visitor Feedback: "I'm a mom of three kids - 14, 11, and 6 - and we all found the tour incredibly interesting. We were actually disappointed when it ended - we wanted it to go on longer! The guides were very knowledgeable and answered every question with ease." "A great tour. Very informative, guides are very knowledgeable on all aspects of the tour. Witty, funny, and interactive. There was a wide diverse age group on our tour and all was catered for. It starts on time, don't feel rushed throughout the tour. Highly recommend this experience." More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

KatRisk, the leading provider of catastrophic risk modeling software to the insurance and financial services industries, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Gamma, a pioneering company in location intelligence and property-level risk assessment. This strategic move bolsters KatRisk's expertise in risk analytics, enabling the delivery of more precise insights and next-generation technologies that drive smarter decisions. Established in Dublin, Gamma has built a reputation for delivering trusted property-level risk data. Its flagship platform, Perilfinder, is a widely recognised address-level risk assessment, exposure management, and underwriting solution developed in partnership with some of the world's largest general insurers. With this acquisition, KatRisk will integrate Gamma's expertise in property-level visualisation, providing clients with intuitive map-based risk insights, dynamic dashboards, and enhanced spatial analytics. The ability to visualise risk at the property level, from flood, wind, and wildfire exposure to other peril data, will provide insurers with unparalleled clarity in risk selection and portfolio management. "Our acquisition of Gamma is a major step forward in our mission to provide the most comprehensive, high-resolution risk data available," said Brandon Katz, EVP of Strategy at KatRisk. "By combining our catastrophic risk models across floods, storms, and fire with Gamma's location intelligence capabilities, we will deliver an even more powerful suite of tools that improves risk selection, reduces loss ratios, and enhances underwriting efficiency." "The combination of Gamma and KatRisk represents an exciting opportunity for our customers and partners," said Feargal O'Neill, CEO of Gamma. "Joining KatRisk gives us access to the world's leading catastrophe modelers, while opening global markets for Perilfinder. Together, our combined strengths in catastrophe modeling and location intelligence will empower insurers and underwriters to make smarter, faster risk decisions with greater confidence." The acquisition of Gamma reinforces KatRisk's commitment to advancing innovation, deepening technical expertise, expanding global reach, and solidifying its position as a market leader in catastrophe and property risk analytics. Together, KatRisk and Gamma bring proven capabilities across continents, with a strong track record in North America and Europe. This milestone builds on the strategic backing of KatRisk and its parent company, Technosylva, by TA Associates and General Atlantic BeyondNetZero, reflecting a shared commitment to delivering scalable, data-driven climate resilience solutions. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

South East Technological University (SETU) is proud to announce that Dr Laurence Fitzhenry, Principal Investigator of the Ocular Therapeutics Research Group (OTRG) in the PMBRC, and Research Group Manager Tess Ames have secured the prestigious INNOVISION COFUND, a €3.1 million collaborative research programme focused on addressing the global challenges of ocular disease and sight loss. This achievement marks a major milestone, with SETU becoming the first Technological University in Ireland to coordinate a Horizon Europe Marie Sklodowska-Curie COFUND programme. Vision impairment is a major and growing global health challenge impacting the quality of life, and overall health of billions of people worldwide. It also places a significant economic burden on individuals, healthcare systems, and societies at large. INNOVISION will tackle this problem across disciplines, departments, and around the world, enabling researchers to take holistic approaches to this problem. "This is a global health crisis that demands urgent, innovative solutions to preserve quality of life for millions. By putting those living with ocular disease at the forefront of research, INNOVISION gives us the opportunity to really address this crisis." Dr Fitzhenry stated. INNOVISION brings together a world-class network of partners, including the University of Iceland and Experimentica (Finland) to recruit highly qualified postdoctoral researchers to tackle the growing concern of ocular disease. Additional collaborators span the globe, notably McMaster University (Canada) and the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (USA), and patient advocacy organisations Fighting Blindness (Ireland) and the Dry Eye Foundation (USA). Additional network partners include University College Dublin, Queens University Belfast, University of Birmingham, Instituto Superior Tecnico, Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Loyola University Chicago, Rowan University, and industry leaders including Bausch+Lomb, SiriusXT, OcuDel, and OcuMedic. Professor Veronica Campbell, SETU President commented, "We are delighted to launch INNOVISION and work with outstanding global partners to tackle this critical challenge. This initiative not only provides a unique opportunity for researchers and industry alike to make a real difference in people's lives, but it demonstrates that SETU and Ireland's South East are a driver of innovative, impactful, and creative research. We are especially pleased to see such strong engagement from industry partners, whose involvement will help ensure that research outcomes translate into real-world solutions for people living with vision impairment." Over the course of the programme, INNOVISION will recruit 12 experienced postdoctoral researchers to work across this global network. These researchers will embark on cutting-edge projects exploring a wide range of topics, including drug delivery, drug discovery, and novel therapeutic approaches to combat vision impairment and blindness. "Industry involvement is a vital part of INNOVISION's mission. We want to continue to grow the network over the next five years, expanding the potential for impact and real-world benefits", says Programme Manager Tess Ames. Companies or other research organisations interested in contributing to or collaborating with the programme are encouraged to reach out to Tess at tess.ames@setu.ie for more information on how to get involved. This project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under the Marie Sklodowska-Curie COFUND scheme (Grant Agreement No. 101217199). More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upc...

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 every month. Check back regularly to stay informed of the latest deals and offers, and visit the Switcher.ie website to order one of these great packages. Best Broadband Deals Looking for a good deal on broadband? Check out Virgin Media's 500Mb Broadband plan. For just €35 per month for the first year, you'll get unlimited broadband with speeds of up to 500Mb. Plus, sign up before May 31st and get €65 off your Virgin Media broadband bill. For just €30 per month for the first year, Pure Telecom's Purely Broadband offers a good value plan. You'll get unlimited broadband with speeds of up to 100Mb, ideal for surfing, gaming or streaming. Enjoy great value over the long term with Pure Telecom with a low out-of-contract monthly cost and no contractual annual price increase. With eir's Fibre Broadband and Talk plan, priced at €34.99 per month for 12 months, you'll get unlimited broadband with speeds of up to 500Mb with unlimited off-peak local & national calls. Plus, sign up before June 3rd and get €50 off your eir broadband bill. Interested in bundling broadband and TV? Virgin Media 500Mb Broadband with Loaded TV plan includes unlimited broadband with speeds of up to 500Mb, and over 100 TV channels, all for €50 per month for 12 months. Plus, sign up before May 31st and get €65 off your Virgin Media broadband bill. (If you've come across this article after some of these deals may have expired, check out our main Broadband Deals category page to find the latest offers) More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Research released today by Irish Life Health reveals that one-third of women are fearful of negative career repercussions if they disclose female health-related issues at work. The research reveals that almost one-third of women (29%) take sick leave to cope with female health issues, with almost 1 in 5 choosing to take annual leave for this reason. Young women, aged 16 - 34, are much more negatively impacted, with almost half taking sick leave (43%) and one-third (31%) taking unpaid leave to manage female health concerns. Workplace support is a key priority for women, with close to half of women surveyed (44%) stating they would consider moving to a new organisation if it offered better female health supports. However, the research reveals that just 1 in 3 employers (34%) have dedicated policies in place to address female health needs, and fewer than half (41%) of women feel that they get sufficient support from their employers. Many women report female health issues at different stages of life, such as menstrual health challenges, fertility difficulties and perimenopause or menopause issues. These female health issues directly affect some women's ability to work, with 46% citing difficulties related to menstrual health, 38% reporting challenges due to fertility issues, and one-third acknowledging that symptoms associated with perimenopause or menopause impact their work performance. Speaking about these findings, Ann Marie Nestor, Managing Director, Irish Life Health, said: "At Irish Life Health, we are committed to supporting women throughout their health journey, whether at home or at work. The findings on women's health in the workplace are concerning - despite making up half of the adult population, many women still feel uncomfortable discussing their health concerns at work, often fearing a negative impact on their careers. The evidence is clear, supporting women with their health needs is essential. "As we continue to enhance our benefits, addressing the unique health challenges faced by women remains a priority. Irish Life Health is proud to be the first and only health insurer to offer customers direct access to a range of specialist female health services, including a network of GPs who specialise in female health, a new at home female fertility assessment from Hertility, and full cover for an initial consult with a female pelvic health physio. "We are also delighted that Irish Life Health will be at this year's WellFest event, sponsoring the 'WellFem' tent where people can find out more about female health supports and chat with the team of experts about their specific health concerns." Commenting on the findings, Dr. Máire Finn, GP specialising in female health, states: "The findings from this research clearly highlight the issues women face when it comes to female health. I welcome the opportunity to meet with women at the 'WellFem' tent at WellFest to discuss all areas of female health and hopefully break down some of the taboos, unfortunately still associated with female health issues. I would encourage anyone who is interested in learning more about female health or looking for advice to pop down and speak to one of the many experts who are on site all weekend." The Irish Life Health WellFem tent is a brand-new addition to this year's WellFest, dedicated to women's health and offering expert advice, insightful panel discussions, and opportunities to speak with leading female health experts throughout the weekend. Panel discussions will take place across the weekend with Deirdre O'Neill, Hertility, Aoife Harvey, women's health physio, Dr Márie Finn, GP specialising in female health, and the founders of Herology, Dr. Michelle Hone and Dr. Sarah Kelly. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: htt...

As we move into warmer summer months, thinking of better ways to heat our homes is probably the last thing on our minds. However, the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) advises that now is the perfect time to invest in home energy upgrades, as doing so will ensure your home is well prepared for the winter months to come. Upgrading your home is now easier than ever, with SEAI registered One Stop Shops offering a wide range of Government grants for both individual energy upgrades, such as attic and wall insulation, as well as a complete home energy upgrade where you bring your home to a B2 BER rating or even better. According to Brian McIntyre, spokesperson for the SEAI, "SEAI offers a range of Government funded home energy upgrade grants to suit most budgets and circumstances. Some people might want to take a step-by-step approach, doing one or two upgrades over time for greater flexibility. Investing in the likes of attic and wall insulation is a great starting point for those looking to start their home energy upgrade journey. And with the generous grants, ranging from up to €1,500 for attic insulation and €8,000 for wall insulation, SEAI is here to support you every step of the way. Lots of homeowners are already reaping the benefits, with SEAI supporting almost 70,000 attic and wall insulations in the last five years alone." McIntyre went on to say "SEAI's registered One Stop Shops now offer fully managed individual energy upgrades as well as a complete home energy upgrade service, making it even easier for homeowners to start their upgrade journey. A big plus for the homeowner is that the value of the grant is deducted upfront from the cost of works, making it even more affordable." Home energy upgrades are long-term investments which will significantly improve home comfort and health, reduce energy consumption and lower energy bills. Plus, they will increase the value of your home. At SEAI, we believe everyone deserves a more comfortable, energy efficient home. Apply for your grants today and enjoy a more energy efficient home that works harder to save you money. For further information about SEAI Home Energy Upgrade grants visit here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

At Google Cloud Next '25, the company introduced Ironwood, its most advanced custom Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) to date. With 9,216 chips per pod delivering 42.5 exaflops of compute power, Ironwood doubles the performance per watt compared to its predecessor. Senior product manager Chelsie Czop explained that designing TPUs involves balancing power, thermal constraints, and interconnectivity. Google's long-term investment in liquid cooling, now in its fourth generation, plays a key role in managing the heat generated by these powerful chips. Czop highlighted the incremental design improvements made visible through changes in the data center setup, such as liquid cooling pipe placements. Customers often ask whether to use TPUs or GPUs, but the answer depends on their specific workloads and infrastructure. Some, like Moloco, have seen a 10x performance boost by moving directly from CPUs to TPUs. However, many still use both TPUs and GPUs. As models evolve faster than hardware, Google relies on collaborations with teams like DeepMind to anticipate future needs.Learn more from The New Stack about the latest AI infrastructure insights from Google Cloud:Google Cloud Therapist on Bringing AI to Cloud Native InfrastructureA2A, MCP, Kafka and Flink: The New Stack for AI AgentsJoin our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game. 

The sitting President of the United States decided to poke his nose in the business of college athletics. He threatened to take action and then named committee. Listen to hear what all the fuss was about and where could it take us. The House continue to take up time and space in our hearts, minds and worlds. Judge Wilkens has bent over backwards to give proper guidance on roster limits to the member institutions(the schools) that make up the NCAA. She have given more than hints. Judge Wilkins has given a road map to the schools and their leadership on how to get her to approve the House case settlement. On the other hand the schools and their leadership have to decided to play a game of chicken with Judge Wilkins and basically stated, no thanks, we will continue to do things as we see fit when comes to roster limits. If they don't do what she wants, things could get very messy for the school and very costly. The next week or so could be interesting for the smaller schools who don't want to pay their athletes , but would "NOT" be able stay alive if they lose in court. Remember these are the school that always voted to keep the amateurism model, not the Power 4 schools. If Judge Wilkins re-opens the House case, it's going to be a blood bath. So, why are these School leaders want to play a game of chicken with Judge Wilkens.   Title Sponsor: minnesotapersonalinjury.com Sponsor: www.linkzart.com www.jaybeesgloverepair.com   #Judgewilkins, #Hosecasesettlement, #thepresident, #Nicksabin, #Codycampbell, #gameofchicken #Collegesports, #collegeleaders, #Rosterlimits            

An Irish entrepreneur, born with sight loss, has secured €2 million in funding to develop pioneering AI software to make the internet more accessible for people of all abilities. Prompted by the development of generative AI, the company, Nexus Inclusion, is set to launch ahead of the European Accessibility Act (EAA) coming into force on June 28th, 2025. The EU legislation requires all businesses trading in Europe to have digitally accessible websites, apps and online products. Founder and CEO Kyran O'Mahoney, an award-winning tech entrepreneur, was born with a 17 per cent vision. He knows firsthand the challenges of navigating life in a digital era. "I founded Nexus Inclusion to change the world so no one is excluded because they are different," commented founder Kyran O'Mahoney. "It is my firm belief that technology and, more importantly, the emergence of AI is the next thing to change the world for people excluded from digital products." According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), there are 1.3 billion people with a disability worldwide. One in four people needs assistance to access online content, yet less than four per cent* of the top one million websites globally are accessible to people with disabilities. Combining deep knowledge of accessibility, technology, and GenAI, the Nexus Inclusion tech will exceed legislative standards. Unlike accessible tools currently on the market, NexusAI offers real-time solutions for people of all abilities, empowering people with disabilities and those with social or economic restrictions to use technology independently. "If you look at the banking sector, it is still incredibly inaccessible, yet we have an inherent right to financial independence and financial freedom. Some elderly, vision-impaired or people with learning difficulties can't read their own bank statements. Nexus Inclusion's solution will help with this issue. The Nexus AI tool can summarise the key information at a reading level appropriate to the user in a format they are comfortable with. It automatically adds captions or transcripts and ensures that digital products work with assistive technologies. Every customer we onboard will make the world more digitally equal," he continued. Nexus Inclusion employs seven people and plans to build a team of 30 by the end of 2026. Roles are currently available for developers, business development and marketing. The company is positioned for significant growth in the digital accessibility market, estimated at $706 million globally, growing to approximately $958 million by 2029. With EU-wide legislation around the corner, O'Mahoney believes digital accessibility is just the first step, "We need to move beyond Digital Accessibility, which is about making accommodations for people with different abilities. As someone who has grown up with limited vision, I don't want to be accommodated. I want to be included in every aspect of life. To me, this is inclusion. At Nexus Inclusion, our objective is to bridge the digital divide so no one is excluded because they are different. We are all different!" he says. For more information, see: www.nexusinclusion.com. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Electricity demand in April dropped to the lowest level since September following a winter period which saw new demand peaks recorded, provisional data from grid operator EirGrid shows. Overall electricity system demand stood at 2,792 GWh (Gigawatt Hours) for April - one of the only months since September where demand fell below the 3,000 GWh mark, alongside February which is a shorter month. For comparison, demand in November, another 30-day month, stood at 3,010 GWh. As forecast in EirGrid's annual Winter Outlook report, electricity demand was strong across this period, with peak demand passing the 6,000 MW (Megawatt) mark for the first time on 8 January during a particularly cold period. Megawatt (MW) values provide snapshots of electricity demand at a particular moment in time, whereas Gigawatt Hours (GWh) reflects electricity use over a longer period. Demand in April Wind power met 27% of electricity demand in April, while solar power provided for 4% of electricity used across the country. Gas was again the single biggest source of electricity generation for the month at 41.5%, and electricity imported via interconnection met 16.5% of demand. Alongside renewables, gas-powered generation and interconnection are important contributors towards meeting system demand, particularly at times of low renewable availability. Diarmaid Gillespie, Director of System Operations at EirGrid, said: "We're seeing the demand profile for electricity change somewhat as the warmer weather and longer days reduces the need for heating and lighting, with electricity demand in April dropping back down below the 3,000 Gigawatt Hour mark following the expected winter peaks in previous months. As we come towards summer we'll continue to rely on a mix of generation sources to maintain a stable supply of power on the electricity grid." More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

The PC has been one of the most important personal devices of our lifetime. From the use of standalone PCs for word processing in the 1980s to the emergence of the World Wide Web and powerful processors in the 1990s to the rise of laptops in the 2000s and the era of 2-in-1s in the 2010s, the PC has continually evolved. Now AI is transforming the PC as we know it. AI-powered devices are helping to automate repetitive tasks, summarise documents and meetings, make adjustments to user behaviours and are enabling everyone to become content creators. New AI devices have updated components inside - the NPU, CPU, and GPU - which means they can handle workloads far more efficiently, allowing the user to have a smooth, engaging, collaborative experience and be productive at the same time. Ronan recently caught up with Tara Gale, Client Solutions Country Lead at Dell Technologies Ireland to find out more about how AI will redefine the PC and personal devices that we all now rely upon. Tara talks about her background, pc changes, AI NPU and more. More about Tara Gale: Tara is the company's lead voice on devices in Ireland, is a clear communicator and a really good and enthusiastic conversationalist. For over ten years, she has led the devices side of the businesses at Dell Technologies Ireland and is the lead expert on AI PCs. Moreover, Dell has been at the forefront of PCs and other personal devices over the past four decades. In January, Dell unveiled a new portfolio of AI PCs. See more podcasts here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Minister of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless opened Maynooth University's Digital Health Summer School, which unveiled a new vision for digital health in Ireland, outlined with demonstrations of 10 healthcare innovations that could revolutionise the Irish healthcare system. Opening the Innovation Value Institute's 3rd International Digital Health Summer School, Minister Lawless said: "Today's event exemplifies higher education's potential to profoundly impact society, showcasing Maynooth University's commitment to innovation beyond academia." The Summer School unveiled a digital health initiative, named Mission 10X, to deliver healthcare in Ireland that is 10 times faster, cheaper and smarter than that offered by the current system and that also enables comprehensive patient-managed care. Speaking at the event, Professor Martin Curley, Director of the Digital Health Ecosystem at IVI, said: " "The best way to predict the future is to innovate it. We have all the knowledge and technology to build and scale a world-class health and wellness system - powered by open, intelligent technology and centred on patients, not paperwork." He added that Mission 10X, which is based on 10 actionable recommendations, was fully aligned with Irish health strategy Sláintecare and its adoption would allow Ireland to leapfrog from last in Europe to world leader in digital health. At the core of the new plan is SPINE, or Secure Patient Information Network Exchange, an individual electronic health record system which already supports over 15,000 patients in Ireland. It aims to improve patient outcomes, health economics, clinician experience and productivity by addressing patient information fragmentation. Mission 10X recommends a phased investment in SPINE, starting with an initial €10 million feasibility study scaling to a €100 million nationwide deployment that would see every citizen offered a personal electronic health record. Other healthcare innovations demonstrated at the two-day event which could form part of an integrated Irish digital health ecosystem, included: An AI-integrated smartwatch capable of real-time fall detection, direct care operator communication and instant patient record updates AI-driven screening technology deployable at pharmacies, GP practices, primary care centres and homes, to bring proactive screening into local settings Voice AI technology providing multi-lingual communication and customised podcasts to improve patient understanding and adherence Voicing support for the plan, Dr John Sheehan of Blackrock Health, said: "With a modest initial investment of €10 million, Ireland can create a scalable digital health system, mirroring Estonia's successful model. This is a historical opportunity we cannot afford to miss." Others attending the Summer School included Danny McCoy, IBEC chief executive, who said: "Despite Ireland's wealth and EU digital rankings, we lag in digital healthcare. Mission 10X provides an essential leapfrog solution that we must adopt immediately." Stephen McMahon, Head of the Irish Patients' Association, also backed the move to digital healthcare: "This is a digital health revolution - a beacon of hope and healing for patients today and future generations. Mission 10X shows that together, we truly can transform healthcare." Watch Prof Curley explain Mission 10X, the initiative which aims to provide Ireland with a world-leading digital healthcare system. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@...

Join us this week on The Tech Leaders Podcast, as Gareth sits down with Joseph Connor, Chairman of Agentic AI specialist, CarefulAI and Professor at UCL and formerly Director of AI innovation at NHS England. Joseph talks about his allegiance to the NHS, his love of Stoicism, and his experiences building AI agents for businesses. On this episode Joseph and Gareth discuss why innovation is difficult in the public sector, how AI can help with effective ITAM and compliance, how to prevent it from stealing your IP, and how to make sure everyone benefits from Agentic AI.Time Stamps: Good leadership and Joseph's early days (2:30) Lessons learned and musings on Stoicism (7:19) Allegiance to the NHS (11:10) Careful AI (15:20) What is Agentic AI? (23:48) Maintaining control of AI Agents (30:44) Always read the terms and conditions (35:55) Concerns around the next five years of AI (40:10) AI in education (49:10) Conclusions (53:48) https://www.bedigitaluk.com/

The Power 4 commissioners met late week to discuss the future the format of the College football playoffs. In 2026 a new contact for the playoffs will change and more money can be earned. The B1G and SEC will have control of playoffs.  How many teams, how they will selected and how teams are seed will under the control of the new format. The playoff committee role will change and lose some control of the format and team selection under a plan purposed by the B1G/SEC. If the purposed 16 team playoff is put in place, it will lead to a ton changes in the regular season and the post season. How they money will flow to conferences. There would be a new wrinkle in conference championship week-end. I tell you all the little details known and under the hat of the B1G and the SEC that will lead to more money in their pockets. How for reaching are these plans? You will learn in this episode of the podcast.   Title Sponsor: minnesotapersonalinjury.com Sponsor: www.linkzart.com www.jaybeegloverepair.com #CFP, #collegesports, #collegesportsfunding     

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 best SIM Only deals available every month. Check back regularly to stay informed of the latest deals and offers, and visit the Switcher.ie website to order one of these great packages. Best SIM Only Deals With Clear Mobile, you can get unlimited data and calls, plus 10,000 texts all for just €12.99 per month on a 30-day rolling bill-pay contract. Plus, sign up now and get your first month free! 48 offers a flexible option with their SIM-Only prepay plan. Get 5,000 minutes and texts plus unlimited data for €12.99 top up per month. Sky Mobile's Unlimited Plan is also good value, priced at €15 per month. You'll get unlimited data, calls and texts on a 12 month bill-pay contract. With discounts available to existing eir Broadband customers, check out eir's connect - 30 Day plan. For €14.99 per month on a 30-day rolling bill-pay contract, you'll get unlimited data, calls and 10,000 texts. (If you've come across this article after some of these deals may have expired, check out our main SIM Only category page to find the latest offers) More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

UGREEN have launched a pair of new FineTrack smart trackers aimed at Apple users and offering them an alternative to AirTags. The "FineTrack Smart Finder" and "FineTrack Slim Smart Finder" are Apple "Find My" certified which means they can easily be added to that service, tracked from any of your Apple devices and can tap into Apple's global network of devices to accurately locate one of the trackers should they go missing. UGREEN FineTrack Smart Finder The FineTrack Smart Finder is a small, durable device which can easily be attached to items like keys, a backpack or travel luggage. It has a user replaceable battery which can last up to 2 years thanks to a low power consumption chip. The device is capable of emitting audible alerts at 80dB which allows you to easily locate it. The device comes with instructions in the box for adding it to the Apple "Find My" service but in reality, it is super simple and takes no more than 30 seconds to complete. To the add the tracker, you open the app on your iPhone or other Apple device, click the "Items" section, click the "+" button, the app finds the tracker, you add the item, give it and name and emoji which will show on the map and you are done. It was really quick and painless. Once added the FineTrack Smart Finder's location will show on the map in the app. Any time the tracker interacts with any Apple device in its locality, its location will be updated in "Find My". UGREEN FineTrack Slim Smart Finder The FineTrack Slim Smart Finder is a card-style tracker which measures just 1.7mm thick so is perfect for placing in your wallet or inside the cover of your passport for example. It has a battery life of 1 year and can be recharged with an included magnetic clip on charger. Like the FineTrack Smart Finder, the Slim also has 80dB alerts and is similarly simple to add to "Find My". From within the app you can see the battery levels for each device. You can play an alert to help you find the tracker once you are nearby. You can also set up notifications for if you leave the device behind and where this should or shouldn't be enabled. From within the "Find My" app you can also get directions to where the device is located. These type of devices are something you hope to never have to use but if you often forget where you leave your wallet or indeed if you travel a lot, they are essential devices to have. They are incredibly simple to set up, have long lasting batteries and they are very reasonably priced. Even so, I was very impressed with the quality of both devices and they have the same quality feel that UGREEN products have in general. Both UGREEN FineTrack Smart Finders are available to purchase from Amazon. The FineTrack Smart Finder is currently available for €13.99 and the FineTrack Slim Smart Finder retails for €39.99 but there is currently 35% off. (These are not affiliate links and we will not earn a commission should you choose to purchase one) More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Podcast: Industrie neu gedacht - ein Tech-Podcast von Bosch RexrothEpisode: Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) - no time to waitPub date: 2025-05-06Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationThe CRA is keeping the industrial sector busy. We speak to two experts: Michael Langfinger and Sebastian Krauskopf. They both work for Bosch Rexroth and explain to us what machine builders need to look out for. More about the topic: https://www.boschrexroth.com/en/de/industries/hydrogen/ Do you already know the Rexroth blog If you have any questions, please contact us: vertrieb@boschrexroth.de Produced by Bosch Rexroth AG, Sales Europe Centre Susanne NollThe podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Bosch Rexroth AG, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Patrick Cronin of University of Limerick spin-out Oscil, was presented with the Big Ideas Award at Enterprise Ireland's Start-Up Day 2025 in the Aviva Stadium. Oscil was one of six investor-ready potential spin-outs that had three minutes to pitch their new technology solutions to a 600 strong audience made up of representatives from the Irish Start-up ecosystem including VCs and other funders, State support agencies & professional and financial services. The award was presented to Patrick Cronin, for the outstanding pitch of the day. Oscil which is an Enterprise Ireland commercialisation funded project approaching spin-out, is an innovative deep tech technology operating at the intersection of Edge-AI and powder processing, initially targeting the pharmaceutical and dairy sectors. They haves developed a proprietary, ATEX-compliant sensor and edge-AI solution that enables real-time, in-line analysis of powder flow - addressing critical issues like sensor fouling, yield loss, and process downtime. As part of the Big Ideas award, Oscil will travel to the US to participate in UC Berkeley's Venture Connectivity Program. Tara Dalton of University of Limerick spin-out TANGO received the Big Ideas runner-up award on the day. Start-Up Day 2025 hosted the 'Class of 2024' High Potential Start-Up companies that Enterprise Ireland invested in during 2024. The event also played host to technology-based companies with origins deep rooted in groundbreaking research. In 2024, 34 companies were supported through the Enterprise Ireland Commercialisation Fund Programme with 25 companies spun out of third level institutions. Presenting the award, Michael Carey, Chairman, Enterprise Ireland said, "The Big Ideas pitching element and awards at Start-Up Day provides a platform to showcase Enterprise Ireland's commercialisation funded research approaching start-up status, with significant potential for success. The event also highlights the accomplishments of our national technology transfer system, the high calibre of research commercialisation activity within Ireland, and the significant impact these companies will have to help solve huge global challenges. I wish to congratulate both Oscil and TANGO on their achievements to date and wish them every success for the future." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless TD has today attended a signing ceremony at the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) headquarters to agree Ireland's Associate Membership of the organisation. The Minister's signature signals Ireland's commitment to join the world-leading research organisation and marks an important step in the process of joining. Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Lawless said: "I am delighted to have signed this Associate Membership Agreement with CERN. This represents the culmination of significant work by the Government and CERN, building on the excellence of the Irish physics community. "As an associate member of one of the world's most significant research organisations, Ireland will have an opportunity to gain access to excellent research, innovation, collaboration and industry contracts. "This long-term international commitment to our scientific community will demonstrate the Irish Government's continued and expanding support of Ireland's participation in leading global research collaborations. "I look forward to working with my colleagues in Government and stakeholders over the coming period to finalise Ireland's associate membership status and maximise the opportunities presented by the process." Associate membership of CERN will bring benefits to Ireland across research, industry, skills, science outreach and international relations. It will open doors for Ireland's researchers to participate in CERN's scientific programmes and will make Irish citizens eligible for staff positions and fellowships at CERN. It will also be possible for Irish citizens to access CERN's formal training schemes and develop skills in industry-relevant areas such as electronics, photonics, materials, energy systems and software. Membership will also allow Ireland's enterprises to compete in CERN procurement programmes. Much of CERN's instrumentation and equipment requires the development or exploitation of novel technologies, which spurs enterprise innovation. Many of these technologies have applications in other spheres such as medicine, space, energy and ICT. Today's signing ceremony was opened by the Director of International Relations at CERN, Ms Charlotte Lindberg Warakaulle, followed by some words welcoming Ireland's membership of the organisation from the Director-General of CERN, Dr Fabiola Gianotti. Minister Lawless then signed the Associate Membership Agreement on behalf of Ireland, and Dr Gianotti signed on behalf of CERN. Minister Lawless also had the opportunity to visit the ISOLDE facility, a key experimental infrastructure supporting fundamental research in particle physics and radiobiology. Ireland applied for Associate Membership of CERN in November 2023. Subject to funding requirements and Dáil approval, it is expected that Ireland will complete the accession process this year. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Miguel Flores, Assistant Professor and Programme Director for Work Placements at the School of Business, National College of Ireland (NCI), has been awarded the prestigious New Foundations research grant from Research Ireland to lead a groundbreaking project aimed at improving the inclusivity and accessibility of Degree-Embedded Work Placements for students with disabilities in Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The project, titled "Enhancing University-to-Work Transitions of Students with Disabilities Through Work Placements: Assessing Barriers and Facilitators in Irish Higher Education," seeks to address a significant gap in academic research. While existing studies highlight that work placements help graduates apply academic knowledge, develop transferable skills, build professional networks, and shape their graduate identity - ultimately easing the transition into the labour market - these benefits are not equitably experienced by all students. Students with disabilities often face unique challenges, including attitudinal and institutional barriers, and additional systemic hurdles that can hinder their access to these valuable opportunities. "This research aims to uncover the barriers and enablers that influence the participation of students with disabilities in work placements. The goal is to inform evidence-based policies that foster more inclusive opportunities, empowering students with disabilities to maximise both their academic achievements and professional potential." ~ Dr Miguel Flores. This project builds on Dr. Flores's research into the labour market outcomes of higher education graduates, with a particular focus on the connection between work placements and employability. His recent study found that graduates who complete work placements are more likely to secure roles aligned with their career aspirations compared to those without placement experience (Arsenis & Flores, 2024a). Additionally, his latest publication highlights how work placements influence graduate earnings, revealing that students who return to their placement employer after graduation often enjoy significant financial advantages. These findings underscore the vital role that work placements play in enhancing graduate employability and long-term career success (Arsenis & Flores, 2024b). The New Foundations research grant presents an exciting opportunity to expand this research into the realms of disability, equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in higher education. The project is expected to have a lasting impact on how Irish HEIs design and implement work placements, contributing to the development of more inclusive educational environments that support the successful university-to-work transition for students with disabilities. In pursuit of this research, the project will be conducted in partnership with AHEAD, Ireland's leading civil society organisation dedicated to creating inclusive environments for students and graduates with disabilities. This collaboration will ensure that the research not only identifies the challenges faced by students with disabilities but also translates findings into practical, actionable strategies for both educational institutions and employers. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Galway based Alison, the world's largest free online learning platform for workplace skills, has proudly announced a major milestone: the graduation of its one millionth learner in the United States of America. The announcement marks a significant moment in Alison's mission to provide accessible, CPD accredited, skills-based learning for all, and highlights its expanding footprint across the U.S.A. Founded in 2007, Alison (www.alison.com) has grown into a global education pioneer, offering over 5,500 free online courses across a range of industries - from IT and business to healthcare, education, and more. With over 45 million registered learners worldwide, the U.S. represents one of its largest and fastest-growing learner bases. "Reaching one million graduates in the United States is not just a numerical milestone, it's a powerful validation of our mission," said Ciaran Cannon, VP of Global Affairs with Alison. "Millions of Americans are seeking affordable, flexible, and practical education options. At Alison, we're meeting that need at minimal cost, without barriers, and with a deep commitment to lifelong learning. Last week alone, we had over 7,000 graduates across the US, people who availed of a powerful opportunity to gain a life changing skill. We're with them every step of the way to a rewarding career." One of those million graduates, Morgan Ballou from Oklahoma, tells her powerful story of Alison offering her life changing opportunities. "There are no words. Alison is amazing. It's the only, to my knowledge, online learning platform where you can truly learn leading edge workplace skills, for free. And it's not like they nickel and dime you. Having dropped out of high school, Alison was one of the online platforms that helped me leverage and earn my way into a top tier college. "I've done several certificate courses and two diploma courses, a Diploma in Legal Studies and another in Psychology. The variety, the diversity, the option to earn a diploma, the peer learning. It's free. It's convenient, you can do it at your own pace. Online learning with Alison has changed my life." Alison's free learning platform also enables training providers, policymakers, and employers to maximise limited budgets while equipping job seekers with essential skills. Its globally recognised certifications help learners stand out in competitive job markets without incurring tuition fees. In 2024 alone, Alison delivered 4.1 million hours of free learning in the U.S., valued at $422m. "As economic landscapes shift, and technology transforms work, the demand for continuous upskilling is exploding. Alison is not just part of that conversation, we're leading it, making high-quality education free and accessible to anyone, anywhere, at any time. When people register with Alison for the first time, they do so in the knowledge that we have the tools and learning pathways to take them wherever they need to go. We're currently translating all of our 5,500 courses into Spanish, a move that will allow us to support the 40 million Americans who speak that language on a daily basis", said Mike Feerick, Founder and CEO of Alison. With growing partnerships across states and sectors, Alison is poised to further its impact in the U.S., supporting individuals, employers, educators and communities with low-cost solutions for professional growth and lifelong learning. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach...

Miagen, the leader in financial modelling technology solutions, has announced the launch of a solution that will help Europe's football clubs to comply with financial sustainability rules. With football clubs across Europe facing mounting financial scrutiny and risking crippling sanctions, the solution, SportsGen will help clubs to navigate their finances, protect their long-term survival and save up to €3M on wages per season. Financial sustainability rules have shaken up the world of football recently, after a number of clubs were docked points and even rendered bankrupt for falling foul of them. The rules, which mostly apply to European and English football leagues, were introduced to ensure football clubs operate within their financial means, promoting long-term financial stability and preventing reckless spending. SportsGen is a financial planning & analysis (FP&A) platform built for mid-tier and elite football clubs. Miagen estimates that that insights enabled by its software can help clubs to increase match-day revenues by up to 10%. The platform enables clubs to see missed revenue opportunities - including those relating to attendance, pricing and scheduling - so they can implement new strategies to optimise ticket sales. SportsGen's real-time financial insights are enabled by integrating live data from ticketing, sponsorships, broadcasting and merchandising. It allows clubs to model different league finishing positions, assess financial implications, and stay within spending limits to avoid harsh penalties like point deductions and relegation. With smart forecasting for wages, transfers and operational costs, SportsGen helps clubs to make informed decisions during transfer windows and remain competitive while staying compliant with financial regulations. Additionally, Miagen is already planning updates that will integrate AI-driven player valuation and scouting insights. The new solution comes on the back of Miagen's dominance in financial modelling for the world's aircraft leasing market. The Dublin-based company's financial modelling platform, LeaseGen, is now used for one in five of the global leased aircraft fleet. Brian Byrne, COO, Miagen, said: "Football is no longer just about success on the pitch; it's about sustainability off it. Clubs are making high-risk financial decisions on transfer spending, wage structures and operational costs, but often without the right tools. The stakes have never been higher, as financial miscalculations can mean relegation, massive revenue losses and even club extinction. "Football clubs are more than just businesses; many have been at the heart of communities for more than a century. They bring people together and are playing a major role in funding and supporting women's sport. Through better financial planning with SportsGen, they can make even greater progress on this work and ultimately, ensure they thrive in today's uncompromising football economy." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Munster Technological University (MTU) has partnered with Cyber Skills and Research Ireland to announce the launch of its free Cyber Security Academy for 4th and 5th-year secondary school students across Ireland. The week-long programme, which will run from Monday, 9th June to Friday, 13th June, will be conducted online by the Nimbus Research Centre. The Cybersecurity Academy is one of the few programmes in the country that is designed to stimulate interest among young minds in cybersecurity and STEM careers. From learning about key topics such as ethical hacking, cryptography, and vulnerability analysis, students will get to experience them through expert-led workshops as well as hands-on lab experience. The labs will be delivered using Cyber Skills' advanced cyber range infrastructure, which will allow students to explore a range of cyber environments in a safe, sandboxed and nationally accessible environment. The academy will also give students the opportunity to interact directly with real-life cybersecurity professionals and to better understand the different career paths that are currently available in the industry and beyond. Dr Hazel Murray, Lead Instructor and Founding Team member of the Cybersecurity Academy, said, "This unique programme is specially curated to provide students an easy and non-complex insight into the world of cybersecurity. The module and topics we've shortlisted for the week will ensure that the students not only gain technical confidence but also use them in their day-to-day lives, ethically. The goal is to inspire young minds to explore career paths beyond what they know and to see themselves as future cyber professionals one day." The Cyber Security team at MTU includes Dean Brennan, Dr Abdullah Bin Masood, and Dr Ashley Sheil, who helped finalise the programme module. To know more, students can register for the Academy through www.cyberfutures.ie, and can direct queries to info@cyberfutures.ie. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

No episódio do Agro e Tech Podcast, Lucas Ordonha entrevista Maikon Schiessl, especialista em growth e tecnologia no agronegócio. Maikon compartilha sua trajetória, desde sua infância no interior do Brasil até sua atuação como fundador da Leadsops.ai e consultor em growth. Ele explora a evolução da tecnologia dentro e fora da porteira, destacando a importância da gestão, inovação e inteligência artificial no agro. A conversa também aborda como o mindset empresarial pode transformar a forma como produtores rurais gerenciam suas operações e como a IA já impacta negócios agropecuários. #agroetech FICHA TÉCNICAApresentação: Lucas OrdonhaProdução: Agro ResenhaConvidado: Maikon SchiesslEdição: Senhor A - https://editorsenhor-a.com.brSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Google Cloud Next, Bobby Allen, Group Product Manager for Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), emphasized GKE's foundational role in supporting AI platforms. While AI dominates current tech conversations, Allen highlighted that cloud-native infrastructure like Kubernetes is what enables AI workloads to function efficiently. GKE powers key Google services like Vertex AI and is trusted by organizations including DeepMind, gaming companies, and healthcare providers for AI model training and inference. Allen explained that GKE offers scalability, elasticity, and support for AI-specific hardware like GPUs and TPUs, making it ideal for modern workloads. He noted that Kubernetes was built with capabilities—like high availability and secure orchestration—that are now essential for AI deployment. Looking forward, GKE aims to evolve into a model router, allowing developers to access the right AI model based on function, not vendor, streamlining the development experience. Allen described GKE as offering maximum control with minimal technical debt, future-proofed by Google's continued investment in open source and scalable architecture.Learn more from The New Stack about the latest insights with Google Cloud: Google Kubernetes Engine Customized for Faster AI WorkKubeCon Europe: How Google Will Evolve Kubernetes in the AI EraApache Ray Finds a Home on the Google Kubernetes EngineJoin our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game. 

Podcast: Industrie neu gedacht - ein Tech-Podcast von Bosch RexrothEpisode: Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) - keine Zeit zu wartenPub date: 2025-05-06Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationDer CRA beschäftigt die Industrie. Wie sprechen mit zwei Experten: Michael Langfinger und Sebastian Krauskopf. Sie arbeiten beide für Bosch Rexroth und erklären uns, worauf Maschinenbauer achten müssen, wie Bosch Rexroth unterstützt. Kennen Sie schon den Rexroth-Blog Wenn Sie Fragen haben, dann wenden Sie sich gerne an: vertrieb@boschrexroth.de Produziert von Bosch Rexroth AG, Vertrieb Europa Mitte Susanne NollThe podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Bosch Rexroth AG, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Expleo, the global technology, engineering and consulting service provider, has announced the results of new research which points to a concern among large businesses in Ireland about global and local economic stability over the next 12 months. The research found that ongoing questions about tariff policies in the US have caused 57% of enterprises based here to investigate how they can reduce their reliance on the US. The research was carried out by Censuswide, on behalf of Expleo, among 200 business and IT decision-makers in Ireland, in enterprises with 250+ employees. It will be used to inform Expleo's annual Business Transformation Index and explored economic sentiment as the fallout of new US tariff policies continues to unfold. In doing so, it found that since November 2024, 64% of large organisations have assigned at least one person, or a team, to assess the impact of US policies on their business. Cited by 28% of business and IT leaders in large enterprises in Ireland, a trade war with the US is viewed as the second-greatest threat to Ireland's digital economy over the next 12 months. However, the greatest concern, according to 31% of those surveyed, is digital infrastructure constraints. Tied with the fear of a trade war with the US, 28% cited cybersecurity threats. Overall, 70% of enterprises believe Ireland is a good location for digital innovation. However, a cautious sentiment among enterprises may be bleeding into overall economic sentiment, with 63% saying they are preparing for a weaker Irish economy over the next 12 months. Almost the same proportion, 64%, are preparing for a weaker global economy in the next 12 months. Despite their economic concerns, 66% of large organisations are expecting business growth over the next 12 months. This rises to 72% for private enterprises, versus 62% for publicly listed companies. Phil Codd, Managing Director for Ireland, Expleo, said: "Our research clearly points to a nervousness among the largest enterprises in Ireland about geopolitical risk. By diversifying their trading relationships and reducing overreliance on any one market - even one as significant as the US - organisations can build greater resilience against global economic shocks. "However, it is crucial that businesses - particularly large ones - avoid knee-jerk reactions. The US remains the world's largest economy and an important trading partner. The goal should not be to abandon trading relationships with the US, but to supplement it with new ones. "Now is not the time to retreat - it is a time for bold action. The most successful organisations of the future will be those who embrace change, not fear it. In times of uncertainty, they will step forward, innovate and transform. At Expleo, we are empowering enterprises to move with confidence. We are using data-driven insights and transformative strategies that enable organisations to stand up to disruption and harness it as a catalyst for progress." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

A groundbreaking new partnership between the University of Graz, Carbon Kapture and the BioDiMoBot project is showing how nature and technology can work together to tackle two urgent global challenges: climate change and biodiversity loss. Their shared mission, using kelp farming and underwater robotics to monitor and restore aquatic ecosystems, marks a major step forward in how we manage ocean health. At the heart of the project is BioDiMoBot, a mobile robotic platform designed to monitor biodiversity and ecosystem stress in real time. It operates autonomously in lakes, rivers, and coastal waters, collecting long-term data using a mix of physical sensors, novel biohybrid technology, and AI-supported analysis. Unlike traditional methods, BioDiMoBot captures detailed behavioural and environmental signals to reveal subtle changes in ecosystem health before they become critical. Kelp farming and underwater robotics "Understanding biodiversity loss in aquatic systems requires better tools," said Professor Ronald Thenius, Coordinator and Principal Investigator at the University of Graz. "Carbon Kapture is an important stakeholder in the project. They bring critical insight into kelp farming, carbon sequestration and aquaculture - areas where we as developers of sensory systems really benefit from their expertise." Kelp farming plays a central role in the project's vision. Seaweed is not only one of the fastest-growing plants on Earth, it's also a natural carbon sink and biodiversity booster. Carbon Kapture's experience growing kelp for large-scale carbon removal adds a vital applied dimension to the work, bridging research and field deployment. "Nature isn't just something to protect, it's a key part of the solution," said Paul Rees, Chief Revenue Officer at Carbon Kapture. "Kelp farming offers a rare combination of carbon drawdown, biodiversity regeneration and economic opportunity. With BioDiMoBot, we now have the ability to measure those benefits clearly and share that data with scientists, policymakers and the public." The collaboration is especially timely as the EU sharpens its focus on water quality, biodiversity protection, and digital transformation. BioDiMoBot's open data approach and scalable design position it as a valuable tool for both policy compliance and scientific discovery. It's capable of detecting early signs of stress from pollution, warming or habitat degradation, offering a potential early warning system for marine environments. "This is what the future of conservation looks like," added Howard Gunstock, CEO of Carbon Kapture. "By combining data and nature, we're not just trying to reduce damage, we're building systems that help restore balance. This partnership shows what's possible when we stop thinking in silos and start joining forces." The project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon Europe programme and is already gaining attention as a model for cross-sector collaboration. With BioDiMoBot providing the technical foundation, and Carbon Kapture ensuring real-world application, this partnership represents a new chapter in how we measure, manage and protect aquatic ecosystems at scale. See more breaking stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

CeADAR, Ireland's Centre for AI, and quantum computing (QC) company Equal1 are combining their expertise to help give Ireland a competitive edge in the evolving world of AI-QC platforms. This week, they signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work together on the establishment of a national Edge AI and Quantum Computing testbed to enable Ireland to develop and deploy AI-QC platforms and services. The collaboration aims to promote the importance of AI and QC in Ireland and Europe for matters of strategic importance, global competitiveness, and technical research and innovation. Quantum Computing has the potential to solve complex problems that are beyond the abilities of traditional computers, but its development has presented challenges over issues including scalability and cost. However, Equal1 announced last month that it had built Bell-1 - Ireland's first quantum computer - using a silicon-based quantum server that eliminates cost and complexity barriers to the adoption of quantum computing. The company said Bell-1 marks the beginning of Quantum Computing 2.0 - the shift from experimental machines in research facilities to practical quantum solutions that businesses can harness to solve complex problems in far less time than traditional computing. As well as creating the AI-QC infrastructure needed to underpin the development of advanced technology platforms, CeADAR and Equal1 will jointly develop funded RDI proposals to progress the national Quantum-AI ecosystem. Quantum-AI is expected to lead to the development of new AI models that will have a transformative impact on multiple business sectors. CeADAR's CEO, Dr John Lonsdale said: "CeADAR's remit is to work with Irish businesses to help them understand and leverage the benefits of AI and machine learning. The fusion of AI and Quantum Computing will lead to transformative change across multiple sectors, and it is our mission to ensure that Irish businesses are well positioned to understand and adapt to the changes that are coming our way. By collaborating with Equal1, CeADAR will be able to create a framework and ecosystem for the development and adoption of Quantum AI." Equal1's CEO, Jason Lynch said: "Equal1 is excited to further strengthen our collaboration with CeADAR - we believe this partnership will position Ireland at the forefront of the intersection between Quantum and AI. By working closely with CeADAR, we aim to create a platform that makes quantum computing accessible for Irish businesses and researchers as they explore the potential of Quantum Computing and AI to have a transformative impact across a range of application use cases and industry sectors." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Without this, developers waste time managing infrastructure instead of focusing on code. VMware addresses this with VCF, a pre-integrated Kubernetes solution that includes components like Harbor, Valero, and Istio, all managed by VMware. While some worry about added complexity from abstraction, Turner dismissed concerns about virtualization overhead, pointing to benchmarks showing 98.3% of bare metal performance for virtualized AI workloads. He emphasized that AI is driving nearly half of Kubernetes deployments, prompting VMware's partnership with Nvidia to support GPU virtualization. Turner also highlighted VMware's open source leadership, contributing to major projects and ensuring Kubernetes remains cloud-independent and standards-based. VMware aims to simplify Kubernetes and AI workload management while staying committed to the open ecosystem.Learn more from The New Stack about the latest insights with VMware Has VMware Finally Caught Up With Kubernetes?VMware's Golden PathJoin our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game.  

Following two intense days of competition in the CanSat Ireland National Finals, a team of students from Confey Community College, Kildare, has today clinched the coveted national title. The CanSat Ireland competition is an ESERO Ireland collaboration, co-funded by the European Space Agency and Research Ireland and coordinated by MTU Blackrock Castle Observatory. The victory marks the end of a campaign that began in September 2024. All participants in this year's competition have displayed incredible technological prowess, with judges lauding the expansive expertise on display from the teams of young scientists. A CanSat is a simulation of a real satellite developed in the size and shape of a soda can. A European Space Agency initiative, the competition fosters an interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths) careers by offering students a hands-on experience of a space-themed project. The multidisciplinary nature of the project ensures students are exposed to industry standards in a broad array of potential career paths. In recent months, regional competitions have taken place across Ireland, in partnership with the Technological Universities in Dublin, Athlone, Limerick, Tralee, and Cork. Regional winners gathered in Emo Court, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, on Thursday 1st May, and launched their mini-satellites in rockets to a height of over 350 metres. On Friday 2nd May, these national finalists presented their analysis, recordings and flight patterns to the judging panel consisting of experts from a range of STEM fields. Congratulating Confey Community College, Alan Giltinan, project coordinator for CanSat Ireland said: "Confey College can't be praised enough for this achievement. Winning the National Final of the CanSat competition is no small feat. Year on year, the STEM literacy of the participating students seems to increase as rapidly as the technology they're working with. The technical competency displayed by teams all over the country continues to surpass the expectations of the judges. These students represent Ireland's STEM future, and I think it's safe to say we're in very good hands! ." The students from Confey have been invited to attend the celebratory event, 'Space Engineer for a Day', at the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in The Netherlands. The students will have the opportunity to explore ESTEC facilities and laboratories, network with space experts, and present their work to a panel of experts. The CanSat competition will re-open in September 2025. Students or teachers interested in competing in the next iteration of the project are encouraged to visit the CanSat project page at esero.ie. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

PorterShed officially launches the AI Venture Forge Accelerator, a rigorous 12-week programme designed to bring Ireland's AI-first startups and corporate innovation teams towards real commercial traction and investor readiness. Adapted from the globally proven Disciplined Entrepreneurship model, AI Venture Forge is geared towards startups and innovation teams where AI is not simply an add-on, but the beating heart of the product. In a market increasingly saturated with superficial AI applications, this programme sets a higher bar, backing companies that are building transformative technologies rather than riding the latest hype wave. Speaking on the launch, Mary Rodgers, CEO of PorterShed, said: "The noise around AI is deafening, however, very few companies are truly innovating at a deep technical level. AI Venture Forge is about cutting through the noise and backing teams with the technical ability and vision to redefine industries." Delivered both onsite in Galway City and virtually by the experienced PorterShed Programmes team and led by Programme Manager Dushyant Singh, AI Venture Forge is designed with an international focus from the outset. During the programme, participating teams will travel to either London or Paris - two cities currently vying for the title of Europe's AI Capital - to deepen market understanding, build networks, and develop a "born global" mindset. Following the programme, during the three-month post-programme off-ramp phase, companies will travel to San Francisco to focus on fundraising, sales pipeline building, and US expansion. The launch of the AI Venture Forge follows PorterShed's year-long strategic investment into AI innovation capacity-building in the West of Ireland. Beginning with the GenAI Hackathon in June 2024, through to its regional partnership role in the National AI Challenge (led by TechIreland) and the introduction of an AI stream in the NDRC Founder Weekend in September, PorterShed has spent the past year foregrounding AI innovation not as a tech trend, but as a driver of Ireland's future economic competitiveness. Reflecting on the learnings from this foundational work, Programme Manager Dushyant Singh commented: "We saw a clear distinction between teams using AI for real product innovation and those applying AI superficially. The Programme is designed to work with technical teams building infrastructure and applications that will define industries in five years' time, not just bolt-on features. This programme will be supported by AI experts and founders, who will be on site to give mentorship, feedback and provide supports". The search for participants will be nationwide, assisting with the 'talent search' and programme will be the RDI Hub in Kerry, Republic of Work in Cork and Dogpatch Labs in Dublin. Applications to the AI Venture Forge are now open. Successful applicants will receive six months' membership at PorterShed and direct access to a network of industry experts, investors, and peers driving the future of AI-first innovation. For more information and to apply, visit: https://portershed.com/ai-venture-forge/ More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

214. Roberto here! I've been using the new AirPods Max with USB-C for a few months now — and it's time for the honest long-term review.In this solo episode, I break down what it's really like to live with the AirPods Max day-to-day, from sound quality and comfort to spatial audio, USB-C charging, battery life, and whether they're still worth the price in 2025.Whether you're thinking of upgrading or just curious about Apple's top-tier headphones, this is the real-world experience you won't get from first-impression reviews.

This podcast is a part of a collection of podcasts recorded at ISC West 2025 and previously shared on social media. “Secure by design, global by nature—floLive is redefining IoT connectivity for the security world.” — Emanuel Maceira, floLIVE, speaking with Doug Green at ISC West 2025 At ISC West 2025, Technology Reseller News publisher Doug Green sat down with Emanuel Maceira of floLIVE to explore how the company is transforming the way the security industry connects devices globally. floLIVE, the world's largest IoT connectivity provider, offers a powerful platform that enables seamless, secure deployment of connected devices across all industries—from smart agriculture to physical security. “Whether it's a connected camera, an emergency response device, or a sensor, our platform eliminates the need for site surveys,” explained Maceira. “We ensure connectivity anywhere in the world with automated, over-the-air provisioning.” Security is central to floLIVE's architecture. By owning and operating a full, global mobile core network, floLIVE delivers local data breakout and compliance with data sovereignty regulations. “Wherever your data is generated, that's where it stays,” said Maceira, highlighting how floLIVE supports both compliance and performance by maintaining local points of presence around the globe. The conversation also touched on floLIVE's expanding capabilities, including the upcoming launch of its global multi-carrier VoLTE (Voice over LTE) service—described as a long-awaited advancement for security providers requiring high-reliability voice support across geographies. With a robust partner ecosystem of ODMs, OEMs, and manufacturers, floLIVE helps customers integrate eSIMs, 5G connectivity, and carrier-grade security into new products. The company's upcoming presence at MVNO Nation in Miami, in partnership with Helix, underscores its continued commitment to enabling tailored solutions across verticals. To learn more, visit floLIVE.net.

Prequel is launching a new developer-focused service aimed at democratizing software error detection—an area typically dominated by large cloud providers. Co-founded by Lyndon Brown and Tony Meehan, both former NSA engineers, Prequel introduces a community-driven observability approach centered on Common Reliability Enumerations (CREs). CREs categorize recurring production issues, helping engineers detect, understand, and communicate problems without reinventing solutions or working in isolation. Their open-source tools, cre and prereq, allow teams to build and share detectors that catch bugs and anti-patterns in real time—without exposing sensitive data, thanks to edge processing using WebAssembly.The urgency behind Prequel's mission stems from the rapid pace of AI-driven development, increased third-party code usage, and rising infrastructure costs. Traditional observability tools may surface symptoms, but Prequel aims to provide precise problem definitions and actionable insights. While observability giants like Datadog and Splunk dominate the market, Brown and Meehan argue that engineers still feel overwhelmed by data and underpowered in diagnostics—something they believe CREs can finally change.Learn more from The New Stack about the latest Observability insights Why Consolidating Observability Tools Is a Smart MoveBuilding an Observability Culture: Getting Everyone Onboard Join our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game. 

This week on Linux Out Loud, we're tracking Linux sightings in the wild—from Raspberry Pi-powered space stations to the desktops of YouTube's biggest influencers. Wendy shares a surprise encounter with Linux at an international robotics event, Nate dives deep into Framework laptop upgrades and KDE tweaks, and Matt shows off his latest tech shuffle, trading in gear for a sleek new setup. We chat about OLED displays, Pixel phone plans, and PewDiePie's high-profile Linux switch. Whether you're into hardware hacks, creator drama, or just love a good nerdy rabbit trail, this episode brings the fun, the facts, and the firmware. Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-110/ Contact info Matt (Twitter @MattTDN (https://twitter.com/MattTDN)) Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN (https://mastodon.online/@WendyDLN)) Nate (Website CubicleNate.com (https://cubiclenate.com/)) Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux)

In this 30-minute episode, Jon and Lewis delve into the root causes of Europe's recent Spain, France and Portugal blackouts, scrutinising grid-failure reports and probing whether a sophisticated cyber-attack might have been to blame. They then analyse Meta's newly unveiled AI alongside the arrival of Qwen 3 and Google's AgentSpace update, and how Jon progressed with integrating it into Google Drive to streamline internal teams.Next, they unpack NASA's groundbreaking study showing how three massive dams have redistributed Earth's water mass, subtly altering the planet's shape and extending our days. Hosts: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanshanks/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewismarshall/

At Arm, open source is the default approach, with proprietary software requiring justification, says Andrew Wafaa, fellow and senior director of software communities. Speaking at KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe, Wafaa emphasized Arm's decade-long commitment to open source, highlighting its investment in key projects like the Linux kernel, GCC, and LLVM. This investment is strategic, ensuring strong support for Arm's architecture through vital tools and system software.Wafaa also challenged the hype around GPUs in AI, asserting that CPUs—especially those enhanced with Arm's Scalable Matrix Extension (SME2) and Scalable Vector Extension (SVE2)—are often more suitable for inference workloads. CPUs offer greater flexibility, and Arm's innovations aim to reduce dependency on expensive GPU fleets.On the AI framework front, Wafaa pointed to PyTorch as the emerging hub, likening its ecosystem-building potential to Kubernetes. As a PyTorch Foundation board member, he sees PyTorch becoming the central open source platform in AI development, with broad community and industry backing.Learn more from The New Stack about the latest insights about Arm: Edge Wars Heat Up as Arm Aims to Outflank Intel, Qualcomm Arm: See a Demo About Migrating a x86-Based App to ARM64Join our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game. 

In this fact-busting 30-minute episode, Jon and Lewis explore Google's AI AgentSpace technology and how it could let business teams run complete workflows without ever leaving the agent environment. They then test the marketing claims behind Openai's latest model features, before dissecting Oracle's cloud data breach. Finally, they map out the potential impact of the proposed Clean Cloud Act on the energy footprint. Hosts:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanshanks/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewismarshall/

Podcast Notes: The Future of Worship Leading with David Santistevan Episode Overview In this episode of the Church Front Worship and Tech Podcast, Luke Jackson interviews David Santistevan, a seasoned worship pastor, podcast host, and ministry coach. David shares insights from his 25 years in worship ministry, including his experience as a local church worship pastor, his five years traveling the country in an RV, and his current work helping churches develop healthy worship cultures. Time Stamps & Key Points Introduction [00:00] David opens with reflections on the current state of worship ministry Concerns about worship becoming too automated and standardized The danger of "sleepwalking through worship" when relying too heavily on technology David's Background [01:15] 25 years in worship ministry Host of the Beyond Sunday podcast for 12 years Served as a worship pastor at his home church in Pittsburgh for 12 years Sold his house and traveled in an RV with his family for 5 years Currently based in Orlando, Florida The RV Journey [03:42] Family decision to sell everything and travel Visited nearly 40 national parks and all lower 48 states Combined adventure with ministry - partnering with churches for training and workshops Recording the podcast from their RV wherever they had WiFi Beyond Sunday Podcast [05:59] Started as a blog before transitioning to a podcast Focus on practical worship ministry topics Emphasis on serving the "underdog" local church worship leader Has recorded over 330 episodes interviewing worship leaders and artists Covers everything from rehearsal techniques to team development Reconnecting with Unique Church Identity [13:12] David's concerns about homogenization in church worship "What God's doing at Bethel is wonderful, but what God's doing at my church is amazing as well" Warning against equating worship ministry success with being a worship artist Encouragement to embrace your church's uniqueness and "don't despise small beginnings" "Worship ministry isn't about writing songs or being cool... it's about loving people and making disciples" Ministry Longevity vs. Career Advancement [18:28] Discussion about the "climbing the ladder" mentality in worship ministry Importance of evaluating church culture and staff health Some worship pastors finding renewed joy in smaller churches after megachurch burnout Warning against "shiny object syndrome" - the constant pursuit of the next opportunity "Maybe instead of transplanting yourself to a team that's more put together, God is calling you to invest in your little team" Working with Different Church Cultures [22:32] David's experience serving diverse churches during his RV travels Finding common ground across different worship styles and approaches Universal desire for authenticity and encountering God Helping teams focus on playing together rather than just playing perfectly "Rehearsal practice is personal and rehearsal is relational" Over-Programmed Worship [26:22] The shift away from midweek rehearsals and its impact Getting too focused on executing flawless services Missing the relational and spiritual elements of worship preparation "We've gotten really good at pulling off excellent services... but we miss out on the presence-based flow in worship" Finding Balance Between Structure and Flow [29:36] Importance of unity with church leadership before making changes Building trust with your pastor before introducing new worship approaches The problem with "playlist worship" - hitting play and running on autopilot Practical suggestions: planning fewer songs to create more space Introducing medleys and acapella moments for more organic worship Creating Powerful Worship Moments [35:29] Planning intentional space in every worship set The power of quiet moments when the band drops out Creating opportunities for the congregation to sing without amplification "My favorite moments of worship are when the band has dropped out and the people of God are just singing at the top of their lungs" Incorporating simple refrains that don't require people to think too much The State of Worship Songwriting [40:15] Reflection on the current trends in worship songwriting Concerns about songwriting becoming an idol Provocative suggestion: "What if we just went on a worship songwriting fast for six months?" Benefits of focusing less on what's trending and more on what local congregations need Balance between developing creativity and obsessing over new songs Current Worship Influences [47:05] David mentions Aiden King's "Thank You So Much Jesus" as a recent favorite Discussion of the distinction between worship music as a listening category versus congregational worship David's love for ambient, instrumental music (particularly Hammock) The therapeutic value of music without lyrics for worship leaders Conclusion [51:02] Where to find David: Instagram and YouTube @BeyondSundayWorship David's appreciation for the Church Front ministry and resources Key Quotes "We're sounding the same, we're doing the same songs in the same way... it's almost like we're on autopilot a little bit." "Don't despise how small your church is right now... that's the beauty of the body of Christ." "Worship ministry isn't about writing songs, it's not about being cool... it's about loving people. It's about making disciples." "My favorite moments of worship are when the band has dropped out and the people of God are just singing at the top of their lungs." "What if we just went on a worship songwriting fast for six months? What would that do for us if we just stopped writing songs and releasing worship music for a little bit?" Resources Mentioned Beyond Sunday Worship (David's ministry) Beyond Sunday podcast Aiden King's music Hammock (ambient instrumental music) Action Steps Evaluate whether your worship ministry has become too programmed or automated Plan intentional spaces in your worship sets for organic moments Consider the unique identity of your church rather than copying megachurch models Build trust with your leadership before introducing significant worship style changes Balance excellence with authenticity in your approach to worship Connect & Continue Follow David Santistevan on Instagram and YouTube @BeyondSundayWorship Apply to Join Churchfront Pro Free Worship and Production Toolkit Shop Our Online Courses Join us at the Churchfront Conference Follow Churchfront on Instagram or TikTok: @churchfront Follow on Twitter: @realchurchfront Gear we use to make videos at Churchfront Musicbed SyncID: MB01VWQ69XRQNSN