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I visited Equal1’s office in UCD to take a look at Ireland’s first quantum computer in person. Read more: Bell-1 by Equal1: An inside look at Ireland’s first quantum computer
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The world of research and the factors that affect it can change like the weather, so what trends are impacting the sector this year? Read more: What are some of the research career trends for 2025
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The history of the wheel is one of many quiet revolutions, says Dr Kai A James from Georgia Institute of Technology. Read more: ‘A circuitous path’: How the wheel was invented
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Perplexity responds that the BBC lacks a fundamental understanding of tech and IP law. Read more: BBC threatens Perplexity with lawsuit over AI content scraping
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Some are reporting this as a roadblock for Tesla but it may be a welcome reprieve that allows a little more development time before launch. Read more: Texas lawmakers offer Tesla an out on June robotaxi launch
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Meta said it will use user location, language and data from Instagram and Facebook to tailor ads on WhatsApp. Read more: No WhatsApp ads in EU until 2026, DPC says
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Noesis’ Ricardo Batista discusses progress, challenges and why you need to know your team to get the best out of them. Read more: Why managers need to give their teams ownership, not just tasks
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Armando Franco discusses the rise of vibe coding and how it is redefining expectations in the software space. Read more: Is vibe coding a death knell for traditional software development roles?
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This funding highlights the critical role of research and innovation in addressing climate, pollution and biodiversity challenges, said EPA’s Dr Eimear Cotter. Read more: EPA awards €6.9m for public health and climate safety research projects
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The traditional ways of buying, selling, and managing energy solutions are transforming rapidly. Energy suppliers are having to balance a growing demand for sustainable solutions, increasing regulatory pressures, and the need for more efficient pricing strategies. All while maintaining their bottom line. For Third-Party Intermediaries (TPIs), those brokers and consultants who help businesses procure…