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A feasibility study to explore the potential for Ireland's first full-scale marine biorefinery has been officially launched by the Mara Blue initiative, with support from the Smart Regions Enterprise Innovation Scheme and Cork County Council. The project is being led by Munster Technological University (MTU) in collaboration with Pure Ocean Algae, and the Castletownbere Fishermen's Co-Op, and represents a significant step towards exploring Ireland's potential to be a leader in the sustainable blue bioeconomy. The Mara Blue feasibility study is being co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the ERDF Southern, Eastern & Midland Regional Programme 2021-27. The Smart Regions Scheme, implemented and administered by Enterprise Ireland, supports the different regions of the country in harnessing cutting-edge technologies and world-class expertise, and supports initiatives like Mara Blue with supports for early-stage project exploration. The long-term ambition of the Mara Blue project is to unlock the potential of Ireland's marine resources, transforming seaweed and fish by-products into high-value products for global markets. The proposed facility is intended to serve as a living lab for developing and demonstrating new products and circular economy solutions, and it is intended it would operate as dedicated, not-for-profit entity. "The Mara Blue project is more than a facility; it's a vision for Ireland's oceans and coastal communities," said Michael O'Neill, Managing Director of Pure Ocean Algae "it could unlock economic potential, drive innovation, and ensure our marine resources are used sustainably for generations to come." Professor Maggie Cusack, MTU President commented "This feasibility study represents the first critical step in bringing this world-class marine biorefinery to life. By demonstrating the viability of a circular, sustainable, and commercially robust blue bioeconomy, the feasibility study will pave the way for the south-west region to become a global leader in marine innovation, environmental stewardship, and regional regeneration." Earmarked for Dinish Island, Castletownbere, and subject to validation of the commercial and technical viability of the initiative, the proposed facility will seek to focus on functional foods, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, animal feed, sustainable agricultural inputs, and biomedical ingredients. Through investigating the efficient use of underutilised marine biomass, the proposed initiative seeks to create economic, environmental, and social value while supporting national and EU objectives related to the Green Deal, the Bio-Economy Strategy, and the Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership. Darragh Cotter, South-West Regional Manger for Enterprise Ireland said that "the feasibility study will enable the evaluation of the technical, commercial, and community potential for a marine biorefinery in the South-West region, which may help realise the long term opportunities for value-add processing and exports of marine bioproducts. Enterprise Ireland looks forward to working closely with the Mara Blue consortium to progress this exciting project proposal." The industry consortium includes Pure Ocean Algae (POA), Castletownbere Fishermen's Co-op (CFC), Oir na Farraige, Wicklow Seaweed Company, Coulagh Bay Sea Farms, VOYA, Carbery Group, and ClonBio Group. These members bring commercial expertise, market access, and scaling potential to the project. Academic institutions, including MTU, UCC, and TUS, as well as Research Centres including Centre for Applied Bioscience Research ensure support for research, training, and innovation. See more stories here.
Sermon from March 1, 2026 by Barb Huitema.
This podcast episode is a featured highlight from our live Digital Irish webinar. To see the full presentation, including the technical deep dives and audience Q&A, watch the video here connect.digitalirish.comIn this episode, we're cutting through the noise of AI experimentation to look at what it actually takes to get a model into production inside a global enterprise.We're joined by Conor Twomey, Co-Founder and CEO of AI One, an Irish-founded firm that specializes in making AI work inside complex, real-world environments. With a career spanning 17 years—including building real-time analytics for Formula One track-side strategy—Conor brings a "deployment over theory" mindset that is rare in today's hype-filled market.Moderated by Gavin McMahon, this session explores how organizations can connect AI strategy to real operational outcomes without the nightmare of costly re-platforming or abstract "science projects."About Conor TwomeyA proud graduate of UCC and the University of Limerick, Conor is a prominent voice in the global Irish tech diaspora. In addition to leading AI One, he serves on the boards of GOAL USA and the UCC Alumni Board.
Figures published by the commission for the regulation of utilities show that in December almost 320,000 people were in arrears. Suzanne Connolly, CEO of the children's charity, Barnardos and Dr. Padraig Lyons, Head of the Inernational energy research centre at the Tyndall Insititute in UCC.
Scoláirí UCC ag a bhfuil feachtas ar bun acu ag lorg go mbeadh oifigigh lán aimseartha don Ghaeilge agus Inbhuanaitheacht.
Two health insurance companies, Irish Life Health and Level Health, have announced price increases for their customers from April. Drivetime speaks to Dr Brian Turner, senior lecturer in economics in UCC & Brian Lee Chief Executive of the Health Insurance Authority.
Professor Brian Ó Gallachóir, Director of MaREI in UCC, on EirGrid warnings of future struggles to meet electricity demand.
Prof. Andrew Cottey, Department of Government and Politics at UCC
From the occasional sweet as a reward, to the endless sugar available at a birthday party, junk food has become a significant part of children's diet. But when they are bombarded with it both in person and with advertising online, what impact does the eating of junk food have on their brain?Dr Harriet Shellekens, Senior Lecturer, Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience at UCC has just completed a study on this, and joins Ciara to talk through the findings.
Sermon from February 22, 2026 by Marcus Little.
Sermon from February 15, 2026 by Bill Newsom
Ireland's first Living Seawall at Kennedy Pier, Cobh Harbour, was developed by UCC, Research Ireland and the Port of Cork. Featuring habitat-rich panels with unique patterns of cups, ridges and depressions, it boosts marine life and water quality. Naturalist Jim Wilson speaks with marine ecologist Dr. Louise Firth from UCC BEES about the project...
The only way is up for the Cork footballers... The Echo Podcast looks at the Rebels' terrific start to the league after a third successive league victory leaves them in a strong position to gain promotion back to Division 1, bridging an 11-year gap.John Cleary's side were heavy favourites in Tullamore but haven't always handled that tag well, which allied to their inconsistency in recent years, meant the trip to Offaly was loaded with danger.A brilliant first half was crucial to the result, with Cork leading by nine points at the break, thanks in no small part to a Colm O'Callaghan brace of goals from midfield.A third green flag raised by Mark Cronin in the third quarter effectively sealed it but the hosts, despite being against the wind in the second half, battled until the end and had the gap down to five points at the finish.Ultimately, the result was all that mattered and it was never in doubt.Cork are at home to Meath in Páirc Uí Rinn next where a victory would be huge given the Royals are also unbeaten with three wins on the board.With genuine momentum, having won the McGrath Cup on Kerry turf in January, it's time for the supporters to get out in force for the Meath clash. The footballers deserve and need their backing.There's also a look back at the Sigerson Cup final where missed goal chances cost UCC though a handful of Leesiders in UL colours did collect the cup at Croke Park.On the hurling front, with the hurlers off until March 1, the podcast crew discuss the trends from the first three games, who from the extended squad deserves a go in the remaining matches and whether Ben O'Connor will continue to go all-in at every interview.His fiery approach is delighting the national media while also taking the heat off the Cork players who are still trying to escape the shadow of last year's All-Ireland final nightmare.Plus, after an excellent showing for UL in the Fitzgibbon Cup final where he was in contention for Man of the Match, is Jack Leahy hard done by not to be in the Cork hurling squad?Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Maël Féron est pilote de VTT Enduro et élève ingénieur à Strasbourg. Qu'est-ce qui lui est passé par la tête? C'est la question qu'on peut se poser quand on voit le documentaire Mégavalanche Up & Down dans lequel Maël remonte le parcours de la Mégavalanche de l'alpe d'Huez depuis Allemond jusqu'au pic Blanc à la frontale avant de prendre le départ et de finir 4 ème de la course.Et si vous pensez que Maël est un peu timbré, vous êtes très loin du compteCar cet élève ingénieur de 21 ans a plus de plomb dans le crâne que moi à son âge et a bien réfléchi avant de se lancer dans ce projet, même si il admet bien volontiers avoir cultivé une ignorance relative pour réaliser ce défi.Et vous allez voir qu'il a de la suite dans les idées et qu'il ne serait pas étonnant de le voir bientôt dans d'autres projets du même style.Dans cet épisode, attendez-vous à découvir:- Pourquoi Maël a décidé de quitter le milieu du cross country pour se diriger vers l'Enduro et comment il est parvenu à créer la susprise lors des premières courses.- Son récit de la tentative de tour du Mont Blanc avec Jules Auroux qui a posé les bases pour la suite.- D'où lui est venue l'idée de de défi Mégavalanche Up & Down.- Comment il a vécu de l'intérieur cette montée de 2800M pour rejoindre le pic blanc à l'Alpe d'Huez et surtout comment il est parvenu à finir 4è derrière Ale Rudeau et devant un certain Kilian Bron.- Les coulisses de sa préparation physique pour arriver à tenir tête à Damien Oton et Kilian Bro, et l'énigme de son état de flow pendant la course.- Comment il trouve l'équilibre entre son école d'ingénieur et sa pratique sportive et ses conseils pour les étudiants qui veulent performer dans es études et le sport - Et pleins d'autres choses.—Cet épisode d'En Roue Libre est soutenu par Shifter, la solution tout en un pour la gestion des magasins de cycles.-Merci à l'UCC , organisateur de la Mégavalanche de la Réunion et Florent Payet + la team de l'Enduro Marines pour avoir rendu cet épisode possible.-Les chapitres de l'épisode00:00 Intro04:36 La montée au Maïdo à vélo06:09 Le documentaire Mégavalanche Up & Down08:03 Qu'est ce qui lui est passé à travers la tête?10:28 Le physique13:31 Présentation de Maël17:30 Premières courses d'Enduro22:43 Le tour du Mont Blanc31:19 Mégavalanche Up & Down45:25 La course58:04 Son matos01:01:02 Comme il combine les études et le sport01:04:22 Sa passion pour la vidéo01:07:34 L'après école01:08:48 Son rêve01:11:28 Ses sponsors01:14:54 Sa mégavalanche de la réunion01:15:58 Ce que représente la Mégavalanche pour lui01:17:23 Faut-il faire la méga de la réunion?01:18:00 Que lui souhaiter pour la suite?01:18:25 Un prochain invité?01:20:19 Mot de la fin?01:21:10 Mon mot de la fin01:24:09 Merci à vous01:25:01 Merci à la Case Bambou01:25:35 Merci à l'UCC et l'Enduro Marinès pour l'invitation01:26:26 Merci aux Locaux!-Les liens de l'épisode:Le documentaire Tour du Mont Blanchttps://youtu.be/Md8fGCz_KWs?si=3PUr3bq874YcnR-ZMégavalanche Up & Downhttps://youtu.be/Q-A-4p0_WtM?si=EVQiHiwrAQsEtKaMRecord du tour du MOnt Blanc pour Robin Challamel:https://www.chamonix.net/francais/actualite/robin-challamel-encore-un-nouveau-record-du-tmb-en-vtt-14h44m-En Roue Libre sur le web:Soutenez le travail d'En Roue Libre sur la plateforme Tipeee: tipeee.com/enrouelibreAbonnez-vous à la newsletter En Roue Libre ici: bit.ly/newsletterEnRoueLibreSuivez En Roue Libre sur Instagram : instagram.com/enrouelibremedia/Suivez-moi sur Linkedin : linkedin.com/in/taillo/Visitez le site enrouelibre.cc
My sermon at St. Michael's UCC in Marshallville, Ohio for Sunday, February 15, 2026.Matthew 17:1-9Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder
This conversation delves into the complex interplay between state law, specifically Article 9 of the UCC, and federal bankruptcy law. It highlights the significant impact of the automatic stay, the powers of the bankruptcy trustee, and the implications of preferences and fraudulent transfers on secured creditors. The discussion emphasizes the importance of timely perfection of security interests and the challenges creditors face in bankruptcy proceedings.Most secured creditors underestimate how quickly bankruptcy law can wipe out their hard-won protections. Even perfect security interests are at risk the moment a debtor files for Chapter 7—unless you know the critical timing and procedural rules that determine your fate. If you think filing a financing statement is enough, think again. This episode reveals how a simple oversight—like waiting too long to perfect, misnaming the debtor, or missing a 20-day PMSI window—can turn your collateral into a worthless unsecured claim. Understanding the collision of Article 9 and federal bankruptcy law isn't just academic; it's essential for anyone in credit, finance, or law who wants to protect their investment when the proverbial ships sink.This deep dive lifts the veil on the federal trustee's powerful avoidance tools—strengthening the case you can build as a secured creditor, or the pitfalls to avoid. We break down the exact steps a trustee takes to strip liens through strong arm powers and preferences, showing how even diligent creditors can stumble over seemingly minor technicalities that lead to devastating loss of security. You'll discover the importance of rapid perfection, the pitfalls of late filings, and how the timeline of a loan—especially with purchase money security interests—can mean the difference between full recovery and standing in line with other unsecured creditors.Key insights include the crucial interplay of attachment and perfection, the 20-day grace period for PMSIs, and how the automatic stay can freeze—or annihilate—your collection rights. We dissect the elements of preferences, revealing how payments for old debts and complex valuation tests can turn a seemingly airtight lien into a legacy unsecured claim. Plus, learn how the trustee's avoidance powers with Sections 544, 547, and 548 can retroactively demolish rights you thought were ironclad, especially with sloppy paperwork, tiptoed filings, or overlooked timing windows.Why does all this Matter? Because in bankruptcy, the costs of procedural mistakes are paid in pennies or nothing, and the power balance shifts dramatically—transforming secured claims into unsecured debts that share in the ashes of liquidation. For lenders and attorneys alike, mastering this terrain is vital: a missed deadline or an incorrect name on a financing statement can wipe out millions in collateral, leaving you with nothing but a paper claim.This episode is perfect for credit professionals, lawyers, and students who want a clear, practical roadmap to protect their interests and anticipate the trustee's every move. We furnish the step-by-step framework to analyze any case—attachment, perfection, priority, stay, avoidance, and distribution—arming you against common traps and controversial doctrines. Whether you're working on a real-world deal or exam question, this distilled masterclass will ensure your fortress remains standing amid the legal collision of state and federal law.bankruptcy, Article 9, automatic stay, trustee powers, preferences, fraudulent transfers, secured creditors, UCC, legal framework, creditor rights
Lonnaithe sin Ionad na Gaeilge Labhartha i UCC – caint aige ar na scoláiri idirnáisiúnta a bhíonn acu.
Feena Tóibín, leachtóir i Roinn na Nua Ghaeilge i UCC.
This conversation delves into the complexities of secured transactions, particularly focusing on special collateral types as outlined in Chapter 5 of the UCC. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique rules governing deposit accounts, proceeds, fixtures, and commercial tort claims, as well as the implications of electronic chattel paper. The speakers provide insights into the legal frameworks that dictate how these assets are treated in terms of attachment, perfection, and priority, highlighting the critical need for practitioners to recognize when standard rules do not apply.Unlock the secrets behind the most challenging exceptions in secured transactions with our in-depth analysis of Chapter 5 of the UCC. If you thought filing a UCC-1 was enough, think again—some collateral types demand control, precise descriptions, or even perfect timing to truly secure your interests. This episode reveals how control supersedes filing for deposit accounts, how fixture filings unlock priority over real estate mortgages, and why the graphic complexities of proceeds, electronic chattel paper, and FCC licenses matter more than you think.You'll discover the critical “special collateral” framework that separates the simple from the sophisticated—why certain assets are the “danger zone” and how to navigate it. We break down real-world traps like the Lowest Intermediate Balance Rule for commingled funds, the importance of exact legal descriptions in fixture filings, and the race between control agreements and bank priority. Get quirky on the technicalities of electronic chattel paper—think blockchain before blockchain—where control through specialized IT vaults can trump traditional filing.We dive into high-stakes case studies: how courts view FCC license proceeds, the pitfalls of describing collateral too vaguely in filings, and the complex dance of priority among a construction mortgage, PMSI fixtures, and suppliers. You'll learn the importance of describing collateral with legal precision, the strategic use of control to avoid unperfected interests, and how to advise clients on safeguarding their assets against layered claims.This episode is perfect for future litigators, seasoned practitioners, and exam takers aiming to decode the law's most intricate exceptions. Master the policy reasons behind these rules—why the law favors control for bank accounts and careful descriptions for fixtures—and learn to synthesize real property law with Article 9 in high-stakes scenarios like real estate, digital assets, and complex security arrangements.Don't just memorize—understand the “why” behind the rules. Because in secured transactions, knowing the exceptions is the difference between winning and losing control, priority, and perfection. Get ready to navigate the “danger zone” with confidence—your mastery starts here.TakeawaysPart five separates passing grades from top scores.Special collateral types require a different analytical approach.Deposit accounts require control, not just filing.The lowest intermediate balance rule is crucial for proceeds.Fixtures must be filed correctly to ensure priority.Commercial tort claims need specific descriptions in agreements.Electronic chattel paper requires a unique control system.Understanding the interplay between UCC and real property law is essential.The mental map for secured transactions is key for exam success.Recognizing exceptions is critical for navigating secured transactions.secured transactions, UCC, collateral types, deposit accounts, proceeds, fixtures, commercial tort claims, electronic chattel paper, legal framework, bankruptcy
This conversation delves into the complexities of secured transactions, focusing on priority rules and competing claims within the credit economy. It highlights the importance of understanding the hierarchy of claims, especially in bankruptcy scenarios, and the nuances of Purchase Money Security Interests (PMSI). The discussion emphasizes the critical nature of perfection and filing in securing interests, as well as practical strategies for navigating these legal frameworks effectively.Most secured transactions fail to consider the chaos that erupts when default hits. Who actually gets paid when multiple creditors clash in a battlefield of filings, possessory controls, and legal pretenses? Dive into the intricate world of UCC Article 9 priority rules—where first to file, perfect, or control can make or break your next deal. If you think this is just about paperwork, think again. It's about the brutal, hierarchical system that turns all that legal fluff into a life-or-death race for assets in the storm of default.In this episode, we peel back the onion on the priority hierarchy, revealing how the law enforces certainty in the credit world. You'll discover how the first to file or perfect rule is the backbone of commercial certainty—ensuring everyone plays fair on a public scoreboard. We'll break down the nuanced dance between attachment versus priority: why having a security agreement isn't enough, and how perfecting your interest is the key to survival against rival claims and bankruptcy trustees. The infamous gap rule in bankruptcy illustrates how even a second's delay in perfecting can wipe out months or years of work, turning secured assets into unsecured liabilities.We'll navigate the special exceptions that make the system both fascinating and perilous—like the Purchase Money Security Interests (PMSI), the hero that lets certain lenders jump the line, especially for inventory and consumer goods. Learning the 20-day grace period in equipment financing and the filing plus notice combo for inventory PMSIs is critical for exams and real-world risk mitigation. We also explore proceeds and future advances, emphasizing how initial filings ripple forward, affecting subsequent loans, and how control techniques can outmatch mere filings in the hierarchy.The stakes? Massive. Miss a step, and your secured interest becomes worthless in the face of a bankruptcy trustee wielding the strong arm clause. We cover the circular liens puzzle, that labyrinth of subordination agreements and how courts unravel the chaos when creditors' priorities seemingly collide. Then, we shift to collateral attached to real estate, revealing how fixture filings tie personal property into property law—adding yet another layer to the priority maze.Perfect for law students preparing for exams or business professionals navigating credit risk, this episode exposes the brutal logic underpinning trillion-dollar markets. Understanding these rules isn't just textbook trivia; it's the key to leveraging certainty, avoiding pitfalls, and strategizing in the complex world of secured finance. Whether you're a future lawyer, banker, or savvy entrepreneur, mastering this hierarchy transforms chaos into clarity. Drive early, file smart, and never sleep on your rights in the relentless game of priorities.secured transactions, priority rules, bankruptcy, PMSI, commercial law, UCC, lien creditor, financing statement, collateral, legal principles
The Football Pod is back and looking forward to a major weekend in the National Football Leagues - we pick out some of the feature games in Division 2 and Division 1, we're also chatting ahead of the 2026 Sigerson Cup final in Croke Park tonight, as UL take on UCC.Chapters(01:00) - (14:00) - Around the Grounds - league fixtures in Division 3 and 4.(18:00) - Tyrone v Cavan - the fine line between trouble and promotion(27:00) - Louth's mental challenge v Meath's new-found size.(35:00) - Big boys clash - Donegal v Mayo preview(43:00) - Relegation calling - Dublin v Monaghan The Football Pod is brought to you every week, thanks to AIB. Proud supporters of the AIB All-Ireland club championships for men's football, hurling, ladies football and Camogie. Because we believe support is what gets you the life you're truly after.
Rachel Sheehan spoke to former DCU teammates James McCarthy & Colm Begley about their Sigerson success, Colm joining the team as a "mature" student, and the future of the Sigerson Cup. The lads also give their predictions ahead of this evening's final between UL and UCC.
This conversation delves into the complexities of perfection in secured transactions under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). It emphasizes the importance of making security interests public to protect against third-party claims, particularly in bankruptcy situations. The discussion outlines the five methods of perfection: filing, possession, control, automatic perfection, and certificate of title, while highlighting the critical need for accuracy and vigilance in maintaining perfected status.TakeawaysPerfection is about not being invisible in the eyes of the law.The law abhors secret liens; transparency is crucial.You must meet both attachment and perfection criteria simultaneously.Timing is everything; the gap between attachment and perfection can be fatal.Filing a UCC-1 financing statement is the default method of perfection.Possession is key for tangible assets, while control is essential for intangible assets.Automatic perfection applies only in specific situations, like consumer goods.Certificate of title laws govern certain assets like vehicles and boats.Maintaining perfection requires monitoring for name changes and lapses.Bankruptcy trustees have strong powers to challenge unperfected interests. perfection, secured transactions, UCC, bankruptcy, priority, collateral, filing, possession, control, automatic perfection
This conversation provides a comprehensive overview of secured transactions, focusing on the critical concept of attachment under UCC Article 9. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the three essential elements of attachment: value, rights in collateral, and the security agreement. It delves into advanced concepts such as floating liens, future advances, and the distinction between attachment and perfection. The conversation emphasizes the practical implications for creditors and the potential pitfalls in secured transactions, offering a quality control checklist for law students and practitioners.TakeawaysAttachment is the moment a security interest becomes enforceable against the debtor.The stakes of attachment are binary: secured vs. unsecured creditor.Value can include antecedent debt, which is crucial for attachment.Debtors must have rights in the collateral to grant a security interest.A security agreement must be authenticated and contain granting language.Floating liens allow security interests to cover future assets automatically.Future advances clauses can inflate the security interest to cover new loans.Attachment is distinct from perfection; both are necessary for creditor rights.Timing is critical; attachment occurs when the last requirement is met.A quality control checklist can help ensure all attachment elements are satisfied.secured transactions, attachment, UCC, Article 9, creditor rights, bankruptcy, collateral, security agreement, legal concepts, law school
This conversation delves into the intricacies of secured transactions under Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the framework, classification of collateral, and the critical steps of attachment and perfection. The discussion highlights the functional approach of Article 9, the policy rationales behind it, and the implications of misclassifying collateral or failing to perfect a security interest, especially in the context of bankruptcy.TakeawaysArticle 9 is the backbone of commercial finance.Understanding secured transactions is crucial for legal practitioners.The five-step analytical framework is essential for analyzing secured transactions.Substance over labels is a core principle of Article 9.Classification of collateral is vital for determining rights and priorities.Attachment and perfection are key concepts in secured transactions.Filing a UCC-1 is necessary for perfecting a security interest.Bankruptcy law intersects with Article 9, impacting creditor rights.Misclassification can lead to significant financial losses.Mastering Article 9 requires a thorough understanding of its definitions and processes.secured transactions, Article 9, Uniform Commercial Code, collateral classification, perfection, bankruptcy, legal framework, commercial finance, creditor rights, legal education
Sermon from February 8, 2026 by Heidi Armock
David Choi and Conor Moore are CoFounders of Permian Labs, the builders behind USDai.AI infrastructure is projecting trillions of dollars in CapEx spend, but there's a problem: traditional finance can't keep up. Banks move too slow. Private credit funds can't scale. The most important commodity in the world has no liquid debt market.USDai is filling this gap by financing AI infrastructure with GPU-backed loans, offering stablecoin depositors 10-15% APR. David and Conor break down how they're using DeFi rails and tokenization to create liquid debt markets for GPUs, enabling institutional borrowers to access capital and retail users to earn yield on productive AI infrastructure.In this episode, we cover:+ Why trillions in AI CapEx can't get traditional financing+ How USDAI structures loans against GPUs, not businesses+ Why this could become "the interest rate of artificial intelligence"+ Their two-token model: USDai vs. sUSDai------
Send us fan responses! We break down political status correction as a practical path to protect wealth, move activity to the private sector, and design a tax-aware legacy. We explain identity, status, and standing, then map the trust stack that separates people from property and keeps assets out of reach.• public trust system and the birth certificate as commercial identity • difference between public, private, and voluntary sectors • American national vs U.S. citizen classifications • identity, status, standing framework for legal rights • unincorporated associations, 508(c)(1)(A), and family trusts • holding companies in charging order states and UCC strategy • EIN use, foreign treatment, and bank setup • tax avoidance vs evasion and lawful documentation • insurance, portfolio funding, and building trust assets • notices to federal, state, and county offices to maintain statusMake sure y'all tap in. Most of this information came from the book From Citizen To Sovereign by Don Kilam. Look it up on Amazon now and go get it todayhttps://donkilam.com FOLLOW THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD - DON KILAMGO GET HIS BOOK ON AMAZON NOW! https://open.spotify.com/track/5QOUWyNahqcWvQ4WQAvwjj?autoplay=trueSupport the showhttps://donkilam.com
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:02:10:03 — Market Turmoil and the Trap of the “Great Taking”Financial instability is tied to UCC changes designed to strip assets during the next engineered crisis. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:06:25:12 — UAE Crypto Deal Signals Foreign Monetization of the PresidencyA secret UAE investment in Trump's crypto venture raises emoluments concerns tied to access and policy favors.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:12:49:21 — Legal Experts Warn Trump Crypto Deal Looks Like a BribeConstitutional scholars describe the arrangement as a five-alarm warning that public office is being monetized.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:13:31:12 — Rand Paul Pushes Back on Nationalized ElectionsConstitutional limits are invoked to reject federalized elections and ICE presence at polling places. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:21:24:12 — National ID and Surveillance Hidden Inside Election “Reform”Federal voter ID proposals are warned to be a backdoor to biometric national identification. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:24:37:05 — Trump's Tariffs Exposed as the Largest Tax Increase Since FDRTariffs are shown to raise consumer prices and fuel inflation while masquerading as protectionism. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:35:40:23 — DOJ Moves to Punish Speech of a Sitting SenatorAn alarmed federal judge confronts efforts to criminalize criticism of the military. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 01:13:31:12 — Government AI as a Tool for Surveillance and PropagandaAI deployment in government is warned as a mechanism for auditing, monitoring, and behavioral control.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 01:17:25:22 — Federal Militarization and Surveillance Rapidly AccelerateDHS surveillance spending and ICE operations converge toward a domestic military apparatus. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 01:42:05:20 — Autonomous Weapons Reintroduced as an Existential ThreatThe focus shifts to killer robots, linking today's AI surge to long-standing military plans for autonomy. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 01:50:21:16 — Killer Robots Eliminate Accountability for Mass DeathAutonomous weapons enable plausible deniability after large-scale civilian killings. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 02:00:04:12 — Autonomous AI Creates Permanent Infrastructure for TyrannySurveillance drones and killer robots are framed as legacy systems future regimes will inherit and weaponize.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:02:10:03 — Market Turmoil and the Trap of the “Great Taking”Financial instability is tied to UCC changes designed to strip assets during the next engineered crisis. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:06:25:12 — UAE Crypto Deal Signals Foreign Monetization of the PresidencyA secret UAE investment in Trump's crypto venture raises emoluments concerns tied to access and policy favors.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:12:49:21 — Legal Experts Warn Trump Crypto Deal Looks Like a BribeConstitutional scholars describe the arrangement as a five-alarm warning that public office is being monetized.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:13:31:12 — Rand Paul Pushes Back on Nationalized ElectionsConstitutional limits are invoked to reject federalized elections and ICE presence at polling places. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:21:24:12 — National ID and Surveillance Hidden Inside Election “Reform”Federal voter ID proposals are warned to be a backdoor to biometric national identification. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:24:37:05 — Trump's Tariffs Exposed as the Largest Tax Increase Since FDRTariffs are shown to raise consumer prices and fuel inflation while masquerading as protectionism. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:35:40:23 — DOJ Moves to Punish Speech of a Sitting SenatorAn alarmed federal judge confronts efforts to criminalize criticism of the military. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 01:13:31:12 — Government AI as a Tool for Surveillance and PropagandaAI deployment in government is warned as a mechanism for auditing, monitoring, and behavioral control.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 01:17:25:22 — Federal Militarization and Surveillance Rapidly AccelerateDHS surveillance spending and ICE operations converge toward a domestic military apparatus. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 01:42:05:20 — Autonomous Weapons Reintroduced as an Existential ThreatThe focus shifts to killer robots, linking today's AI surge to long-standing military plans for autonomy. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 01:50:21:16 — Killer Robots Eliminate Accountability for Mass DeathAutonomous weapons enable plausible deniability after large-scale civilian killings. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 02:00:04:12 — Autonomous AI Creates Permanent Infrastructure for TyrannySurveillance drones and killer robots are framed as legacy systems future regimes will inherit and weaponize.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.
The European Commission has today accused the social media platform “TikTok” of creating an ‘addictive design' in its app, saying it could harm the physical and mental wellbeing of minors and vulnerable adults. Prof, Barry O'Sullivan, of UCC's School of Computer Science explains.
Austin Denny joins The Diesel Podcast for a 2026 season preview. After last year's crash, the Pro Mod 6.0L is back together and headed to Hardway Performance for a major step forward: integrating ECU Masters' new diesel specific standalone ECM on a 6.0L Powerstroke. Austin breaks down the limitations of the factory computer, why going fully standalone could be a game changer for staging, burnouts, tuning, safety strategies, and RPM potential, and what it means to finally move beyond the constraints of the factory PCM and FICM. We also talk about his conservative approach to the season with lots of short passes first, building confidence, chasing records, and why he still believes the 6.0L platform has plenty of fight left. We also dive into the growing excitement around UCC, massive purses, new classes, and how high level competition continues to push the entire diesel aftermarket forward. Plenty of real talk about the work behind the scenes, the late nights, the pressure, and why getting hooked on diesel drag racing becomes a lifelong obsession. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rachel Sheehan caught up with former UL teammates and former Cork and Tipperary camogie players, Cáit Devane and Julia White as they preview the Ashbourne Cup Final between UCC & UCD, part of the Electric Ireland Camogie Third Level Championships this weekend.
Last week a massive sinkhole opened up suddenly in Dunbar in Scotland...but what actually causes sinkholes and do they happen in Ireland? Michelle McKeown, Lecturer in Environmental Geography at UCC and columnist in the Irish Examiner joined Sean to explain
Sermon from February 1, 2026 by Barb Huitema.
Business lending expert Carrie Hutton shares her journey from military spouse to VP of documentation services at MBFS in this episode of Credit Union Conversations. Host Mark Ritter explores the critical components of the loan closing process, including essential entity documents, title work, and collateral valuations. Hutton reveals how proper documentation requirements for credit union business lending can dramatically reduce closing delays. From managing loan approvals to coordinating environmental due diligence, listeners gain insider knowledge on how to achieve faster, more efficient closings in commercial lending.What You Will Learn In This Episode:✅ The realistic timeline for closing commercial real estate loans versus equipment financing deals, and why business lending professionals should expect three to four weeks for real estate transactions, while non-real estate loans can close in under a week.✅ The four critical loan documentation requirements that consistently delay closings include entity documents with correctly spelled names, title work for correct vesting, accurate collateral valuation, and detailed loan approval documentation.✅ How credit union operations can avoid common mistakes in the loan closing process, including missing authorized signers on documents and delays caused by incomplete environmental due diligence or appraisal process issues.Subscribe to Credit Union Conversations for the latest credit union trends and insights on loan volume and business lending! Connect with MBFS to boost your credit union's growth today.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to business lending expert Carrie Hutton and her debut on the Credit Union Conversations podcast01:10 Carrie's banking career journey from military spouse employment at Bank of America in Japan to credit union roles04:05 Carrie's role managing the documentation services team and onboarding credit unions05:46 The ideal loan closing process timeline and managing appraisal process, flood certification, and environmental due diligence09:07 Common mistakes that delay closings, from missing authorized signers to incomplete loan approval detailsKEY TAKEAWAYS:
Jerry spoke to Shane Lehane, author and lecturer in the Department of Folklore and Ethnology, UCC.
"So it's just giving people multiple ways to feed into this and to be heard. To be heard is the most important thing, is what I've learned." Deirdre de Bhailís Deirdre de Bhailís and I talk about what it really takes for change to happen in communities — and why being heard matters so much when people are navigating uncertainty, sustainability, and the future of the places they live. Prompted by the Dingle Peninsula being named Ireland's Greenest Place, our conversation explores local action on climate, food, transport and livelihoods and how community-led work connects policy with lived reality. Deirdre shares examples from the Dingle Hub, including quiet lanes, cycling, food waste, renewable energy, and the role of trust in making change stick. We also discuss the role of leadership in communities, the importance of pacing change and creating spaces where difficult conversations can be held without fear. From coastal resilience in the Maharees to sustaining livelihoods on the Dingle Peninsula this is a conversation about people taking responsibility for the long-term future of the places they live. Deirdre de Bhailís is a nationally-recognised leader in social enterprise and community-led innovation, with a comprehensive knowledge of strategic and operational development. Skilled in multi-stakeholder and community engagement, she contributes significantly to advancing Ireland's transition to a low-carbon society by empowering citizens and communities to co-create practical, scalable solutions. Her work spans sustainable mobility, circular bioeconomy initiatives, and climate resilience—bridging policy, technology, and grassroots action. Deirdre brings a systems-thinking approach to energy transition, ensuring that community voices shape a more reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy future. She is a frequent speaker at national and international forums on climate action, rural development, and energy innovation. Deirdre holds a degree in Electronic Engineering from NUIG and a Masters in Engineering Science from UCC. Connect with Deirdre www.dinglehub.com On Instagram: dingle_hub On LinkedIn: Dingle Hub; Deirdre de Bhailís Resources Mentioned: The Irish Times article The Dingle Hub Ireland's Greenest Place Award Quiet Lanes - Campaign to Protect Rural England Samsø, Denmark — example of community-led renewable energy The Maharees coastal conservation Creative Ireland Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) / Sustainable Energy Communities Initiative Solar Beo — local solar PV provider on the Dingle Peninsula ESB Networks / Electric Ireland
Ríona Hely from Ennis has won the prestigious Seán Ó Riada Bonn Óir 2026, taking top prize at the national competition in Cork last week. Ríona is a concertina player and a student of music and Irish at UCC. Alan Morrissey spoke with Ríona on Tuesday's Morning Focus to find out more. Photo (c) Ríona Hely via Facebook
The Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast: Pass the Bar Exam with Less Stress
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today we're discussing contract law – specifically, warranties and the disclaimer of warranties under the UCC. We explain both express and implied warranties and how they can be disclaimed. We also go through several examples to illustrate these rules in practice. In this episode, we discuss: Express and implied warranties under the UCC Disclaimer of warranties A hypothetical scenario from a previous California bar exam Resources: "Listen and Learn" series (https://barexamtoolbox.com/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-archive-by-topic/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-explaining-individual-mee-and-california-bar-essay-questions/#listen-learn) California Bar Examination – Essay Questions and Selected Answers, February 2016 (https://www.calbar.ca.gov/sites/default/files/portals/0/documents/admissions/Examinations/February2016CBX_QuestionsSelectedAnswers_R.pdf) Podcast Episode 64: Tackling a California Bar Exam Essay: Contract Law (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-64-tackling-a-california-bar-exam-essay-contract-law/) Podcast Episode 293: Spotlight on Contracts (Part 1) (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-293-spotlight-on-contracts-part-1/) Podcast Episode 298: Spotlight on Contracts (Part 2) (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-298-spotlight-on-contracts-part-2/) Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-342-listen-and-learn-warranties-and-disclaimers-under-the-ucc-contracts/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee
PJ talks to UCC's John Twomey who is leading the infowar against AI Deepfakes because laws alone will never be enough to tackle this new hazard. You can find their free 10-minute guide at UCC.ie/deepfakes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
My sermon at St. Michael's UCC in Marshallville, Ohio on January 18, 2026.John 1:29-42Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder
Send us fan responses! What if courts act like banks, your all-caps name functions as a business, and the real game is learning to contract on your terms? We got together with Dom Kalam and Equity Mac to unpack the mechanics behind status, standing, and identity—and how those mechanics shape everything from traffic tickets to taxes to titles. The conversation moves from first principles to practical tools: Black's Law Dictionary, UCC 1-308 to reserve rights, and the shift from a default sole proprietorship to layered structures like holding companies, private family trusts, and 508(c)(1)(A) ministries. The aim is simple: separate identity from liability, keep clean records, and operate in the private with clarity and competence.Ownership becomes the bridge between law and technology. We dig into equitable vs legal title, deeds and MSOs, and why “possession” isn't ownership if the paper says otherwise. Then we connect it to the next wave: blockchain, tokenization, and ISO 20022 payment rails like XRP and XLM. With the DTCC exploring tokenized settlement, assets from real estate to equities can be represented on-chain—transparent, portable, fast. That demands better governance: who holds the keys, who writes the bylaws, who benefits, and how disputes get resolved. “Not your keys, not your crypto” reads like a 21st-century lesson in title law.We also share tactics for navigating taxes and capital in a system built on contracts: lawful tax avoidance via structure, cash-flow lending that beats weak credit, inter-entity trade lines, and using arbitration or audits to fix records. The throughline is education by action—read primary sources, learn the language, document your rules, and practice. Whether you're setting up a trust, opening a crypto wallet, or preparing for tokenized titles, this conversation lays out a path to hold what you build with true control.If this helped you see the matrix behind money, subscribe, share with a friend, and drop a review. Tell us: what's the first structure or on-chain step you're setting up next?https://donkilam.com FOLLOW THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD - DON KILAMGO GET HIS BOOK ON AMAZON NOW! https://www.amazon.com/Cant-Touch-This-Diplomatic-Immunity/dp/B09X1FXMNQ https://open.spotify.com/track/5QOUWyNahqcWvQ4WQAvwjj?autoplay=trueSupport the showhttps://donkilam.com
A programme developed by researchers at University College Cork has found that educating individuals about the harms of AI identity manipulation can help to stop this problem at source. Rachael spoke to John Twomey, the lead researcher behind the toolkit from UCC's school of Applied Psychology.
Cork hurling star Eoin Downey is on the line as the inter-county hurling gets back underway.The rebels will be looking to bounce back from last year's All-Ireland final loss, of course now under the tutelage of legendary player, Ben O'Connor!UCC's Eoin Downey was at launch of The Electric Ireland GAA Higher Education Championships. This season, through their #FirstClassRivals campaign, Electric Ireland will use their social channels to spotlight players from across the Championships in their ‘Player POV' series and continue to celebrate the unique alliances that form between county rivals as they come together in pursuit of some of the most coveted titles across GAA.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
The Chinese electric vehicle company BYD has now overtaken Tesla for the first time to become the world's biggest selling EV brand.Joining Seán to discuss this, and the future of the electric vehicle market is John Hayes, Lecturer in Electronic Engineering at UCC…
This week, the UK has introduced a total ban on all junk food advertising on TV and online. This means that companies will be prohibited from advertising unhealthy foods before 9pm and at all times on the internet.In the list of banned foods are those with a high sugar, salt, and fat content, which even include porridge, cereal, and yoghurts.Joining Seán to discuss the impact of this is Lana Repar, Lecturer in Food Business at UCC, to give us her take on how marketing strategies will have to adapt…
Lenny Reed, founder of Dynomite Diesel Products, talks about his UCC 2026 build, what warranty detail really matters, supporting customers and dealers, plus getting back on track with physical fitness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the final Sunday of the year, Megan and Jeremiah invite the UCC community to share stories about seeing the goodness of God in 2025. All stories are shared with permission.
What happens when the person preaching on Sunday morning believes something completely different than the folks sitting in the pews? Well friends, that's exactly what we're digging into today. My buddy Ryan Burge brought the graphs—including some brand new data that hasn't even dropped on his Substack yet—and let me tell you, it's a real deal predicament for Mainline Protestantism. Turns out about 60-70% of mainline clergy identify as liberal, but only about 25% of the people in the pews do. That's not a gap, that's a canyon. We're talking ELCA, UCC, PCUSA, Episcopalians—the whole crew. And look, Ryan and I are both mainline folks, so we're not throwing rocks across the river here. We're throwing rocks at our own faces. We get into why this disconnect exists, what the "silver tsunami" of aging Boomers means for these congregations, and why young progressive folks aren't joining our churches even though we thought we built them a home. It's honest, it's a little uncomfortable, and yeah, we also talk about Zion Williamson and Christmas movies because that's just how we roll. If you want to go deeper on where American religion is headed, join me and Ryan along with Tony Jones for our upcoming class The Rise of the Nones this January at www.AmericanNones.com. Come on. You can WATCH the conversation and see the graphs on YouTube Dr. Ryan Burge is a professor of practice at the Danforth Center on Religion and Politics at Washington University in St. Louis. He is the author or co-author of four books including The Nones, The American Religious Landscape, and The Great Dechurching. He has written for the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal and POLITICO. He has also appeared on 60 Minutes, where Anderson Cooper called him, “one of the leading data analysts of religion and politics in the United States.” Previous Visits from Ryan Burge Gen Z Revival?: The Next Chapter in American Religious Life The 2024 Election & Religion Post-Mortem Distrust & Denominations Trust, Religion, & a Functioning Democracy What it's like to close a church The Future of Christian Education & Ministry in Charts The Sky is Falling & the Charts are Popping! Graphs about Religion & Politics w/ Spicy Banter a Year in Religion (in Graphs) Evangelical Jews, Educated Church-Goers, & other bits of dizzying data 5 Religion Graphs w/ a side of Hot Takes Myths about Religion & Politics Join us at Theology Beer Camp, October 8-10, in Kansas City! UPCOMING ONLINE CLASS: The Rise of the Nones One-third of Americans now claim no religious affiliation. That's 100 million people. But here's what most church leaders get wrong: they're not all the same. Some still believe in God. Some are actively searching. Some are quietly indifferent. Some think religion is harmful. Ryan Burge & Tony Jones have conducted the first large-scale survey of American "Nones", which reveals 4 distinct categories—each requiring a different approach. Understanding the difference could transform everything from your ministry to your own spiritual quest. Get info & join the donation-based class (including 0) here. This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity, Theology Nerd Throwdown, & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 75,000 other people by joining our Substack - Process This! Get instant access to over 50 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices