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New research suggests that flexible working options have the potential to limit promotional opportunities for women. Read more: LinkedIn data: Is flexibility a double-edged sword for women at work?

Ministers Donohoe and Chambers presented Budget 2026 to the Irish Dáil today. We take a first look at the implications for Irish tech and science companies and start-ups. Read more: Budget 2026 first look: Increases in R&D tax credit, Enterprise Ireland allocation

AI-powered housing and food security technologies get funding boost from Enterprise Ireland’s Commercialisation Fund. Read more: AI-powered housing and food security SETU projects get €1.1m funding

If you are considering a new job in the space industry, do you know what roles might be available to you, within your skillset? Read more: What job opportunities exist in the expanding space sector?

During a series of experiments in the mid-80s, the three scientists demonstrated quantum mechanics on a circuit big enough to be held in one’s hand. Read more: Nobel Prize awarded for macroscopic quantum discovery

As the Trump administration plays havoc with the wind industry in the US, Denmark’s Orsted has raised $9.35bn to shore up its finances. Read more: Danish energy player Ørsted raises $9.35bn in discounted share issue

The acquisition will enable Qualtrics to expand its AI capabilities in the experience management space. Read more: Qualtrics to acquire Press Ganey Forsta in $6.75bn deal

Tax doesn’t have to be taxing, claims this start-up that uses AI to support accountants and financial advisers. Read more: Dublin fintech launches AI tax platform, aims to raise €500,000