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Ireland was referred to the EU Court of Justice in early 2024 for its delay in implementing laws allowing for flexible work arrangements. Read more: Why did the EU fine Ireland €1.54m under work-life balance act?
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Deeter will continue to remain with the company, leading AIF’s day-to-day business. Read more: Karl Deeter’s EI-backed mortgage fintech acquired for €9m
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The new jobs, includes cyber analyst and management roles, will be created over the next 12 months. Read more: Landmark Technologies invests €1.2m in Dublin cyber hub, creates jobs
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The company recently invested €1.8m to facilitate its expansion and bring its agentic AI to the UK market. Read more: Advise to create 10 new jobs as part of UK expansion
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US export restrictions of advanced tech to China came as the country loosened them on Saudi Arabia. Read more: AMD hits record Q2 revenue despite AI chip curb to China
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In a sure signal that Silicon Valley investors are all in on AI, reported investor talks could value OpenAI at $500bn, overtaking Elon Musk’s SpaceX as the most valuable privately-held tech company in the world. Read more: OpenAI more valuable than SpaceX? Investors seem to think so
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New research from insurance broker and risk management firm Gallagher has found that loss of staff is seriously impacting modern-day businesses. Read more: Companies risk losing talent amid persistent challenges, says report
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This is the first time silicate emission has been detected in planetary-mass objects. Read more: Mini planetary system possible without a star, finds study
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Shein’s claims regarding its emissions reduction targets were also contradicted by an actual increase in its GHG emissions in 2023 and 2024, the AGCM said. Read more: Italian watchdog fines Shein €1m for greenwashing
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Prof Una Cunningham from Stockholm University discusses the tips and tricks for undertaking a degree in a language that isn’t your first. Read more: How to get a degree through English as a second language