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Although, users have the option to object to their data being used to train Meta’s AI. Read more: Meta to train its AI with public content from EU users
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Dr Marcello Ferrera hopes to shine a light on photonics research. Read more: This materials scientist wants to control light with light
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We spoke with Dr Shalabh Gupta about navigating biotechnology careers and the skills needed to stay afloat. Read more: Staying skilled in the dynamic biotech space
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Prof Kevin Ryan, University of Limerick’s new VP of research and innovation, talks about the impact their work has on the industry base in Ireland. Read more: UL Research Week to showcase latest STEM activities
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Ahead of National Workplace Wellbeing Day, what elements of working life are of most value to today’s professionals? Read more: Hybrid work critically important to employees, says Ibec research
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The start-up, which has created a novel spectrophotometer, plans on raising a fresh Series A round this year, CEO Brendan Darby said. Read more: Marama Labs’s CloudSpec could set ‘new gold standard’, CEO says
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The watchdog is looking into the processing of personal data by X. Read more: Irish DPC investigating how X trains LLMs
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Friday saw an announcement from the US administration of an exemption on small electronics like phones and laptops, but on Sunday said it was only a short reprieve. Read more: Mixed messages on US tariffs on electronics, semiconductors
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Collison was formerly a part of Meta’s advisory group, consulting the company on strategic business opportunities. Read more: Stripe co-founder Patrick Collison joins Meta’s board of directors
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To celebrate World Quantum Day, we chat about the huge influence of quantum science with Dr Shane Dooley from DIAS. Read more: Schrödinger’s Dublin: The role of DIAS in the quantum revolution