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Microsoft revealed its $10bn AI infrastructure plans in Portugal, while Google said it will invest $6.3bn in Germany. Read more: Microsoft, Google reveal $16bn-plus European AI data centre deals
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Enrika Moore discusses the route less travelled, upskilling and the rapid growth of the AI sector. Read more: ‘Every year we see advancements that once seemed out of reach,’ says founder
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In light of Ireland’s ongoing bird flu outbreak, University of Guelph’s Dr Rozita Dara gives useful insights into how AI can help people predict and plan for the spread of the disease. Read more: How AI can help predict and manage bird flu outbreaks
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The cyber training initiative, which was developed by the JE Cairnes School of Business and Economics, will welcome its first cohort in 2026. Read more: University of Galway and EY collaborate on cyber education programme
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The judgement is not final and OpenAI has said that it is considering next steps. Read more: OpenAI loses music copyright battle in German court
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If you are looking for a job in deep-tech, consider taking one of these courses to ensure you have the necessary skills. Read more: 5 free online courses to brush up on those deep-tech skills

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We speak with Isabel Parker, chief innovation officer at White & Case, about the launch of AI assistant Atlas and the firm’s multi-layered AI roadmap that includes foundational work on its knowledge and data, plus a firm-wide change management programme to drive innovation and adoption. White & Case has launched Atlas, a conversational AI…
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This is not the first time Softbank has cashed out on Nvidia shares. Read more: Softbank sells off entire Nvidia stake for ‘all in’ OpenAI bet
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The seed funding will enable the company to grow internationally and launch a range of new features. Read more: Glitch raises €2m to fund international expansion
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Intel says Lip-Bu Tan will lead the chipmaker’s AI efforts himself, as recently promoted CTO and AI chief quits to lead infrastructure efforts for OpenAI. Read more: Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan to lead AI efforts as CTO departs for OpenAI