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In an effective climbdown from its huge tariffs on China, the US administration reached a deal with the Chinese government yesterday to pause the trade war for 90 days. Read more: China gets the 90-day US tariff pause treatment, tech stocks rise
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One in ten businesses act as ‘compliance pioneers’ and are likely to invest more in AI, the report found. Read more: PwC: Complex regulations make adopting AI hard for Irish firms
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Predicting gene alterations could help researchers develop effective drug treatments for cancers, says this UCD research fellow. Read more: How AI models are used as a tool to fight childhood cancers
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A group of founders and start-ups gathered in TU Dublin on Friday to share their thoughts with Enterprise Ireland on the needs of the ecosystem. Read more: Enterprise Ireland’s Founders Listening Tour kicks off in Dublin
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From cyber resilience to renewable energy storage, teams of innovators recently exhibited their projects at the National Challenge Fund showcase. Read more: National Challenge Fund showcase highlights innovative research
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The aim of the project is to develop sustainable and future-proof agricultural practices throughout Europe. Read more: SETU bags funding for EU agroecology initiative
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Prof Stephen Wyatt from the University of Bath gives his top tips on becoming a more active and inspiring leader. Read more: 4 ways to be a more successful leader
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The 2024 founded start-up is planning on opening its first US office later this year. Read more: Dublin-based Axe raises €1.5m to tackle ‘outdated’ logistics with AI
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At the official launch of its DUB20 and DUB30 data centre sites in Co Wicklow, Echelon Data Centres and the Taoiseach touted their sustainability credentials. Read more: Echelon’s €3.5bn Wicklow data centres get official launch
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The start-up plans to build a team of 30 people by 2026. Some roles are already open. Read more: Founder with limited vision raises €2m for accessibility start-up