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Start-ups and scale-ups from the midlands gathered in Mullingar for the sixth edition of the Founders Listening Tour. Read more: Minister Burke drops in on midlands edition of Founders Listening Tour
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Huawei’s Derek Collins on why we’re in the midst of an ‘intelligent revolution’ and where Ireland stands in the global R&D space. Read more: ‘Information explosion’: How AI is changing the research sector
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The free event will be happening on the streets of Dublin this Saturday. No booking is required, says Soapbox Science. Read more: Researchers to quench public curiosity at 2025 Soapbox Science
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IBM hopes to release a number of processors in the coming years to build up to its Starling quantum computer. Read more: IBM lays out roadmap for new mega quantum computer by 2029
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Quick commerce has transformed the way consumers shop, redefining convenience with near-instant delivery of groceries, meals, and household essentials. However, beyond its impact on logistics and e-commerce, quick commerce is now emerging as a major force in digital advertising. As consumer behaviours shift toward on-demand purchases, these platforms are leveraging their vast first-party data…
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Magistral is designed to ‘think things through’ in a manner similar to human beings, the company claims. Read more: Mistral’s new reasoning model is a European first
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The OSA was passed in 2023, however, specific child-safety duties and codes for online sites were finalised earlier this year. Read more: 4chan under investigation by UK Ofcom over online safety concerns
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We spoke with Dr Anna Zeiter about the intersection of technology and the law alongside the importance of ethically wielding artificial intelligence. Read more: Responsible AI is no longer just a buzzword
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Users reported seeing an error message and instances of latency throughout the day. Read more: ChatGPT goes down as OpenAI suffers major site outage
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The pilot is set to launch in spring 2026, although experts warn against expecting a general roll out ‘any time soon’. Read more: Uber enlists Wayve to test fully driverless vehicles in London