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Markets 'remarkable' with muted reaction to uncertainty

Markets' reaction to recent geopolitical upheaval has been "remarkable", according to one investment expert.

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China asks some tech firms to halt Nvidia orders - report

Beijing has asked some Chinese tech companies to halt orders for Nvidia's H200 chips this week, and is expected ⁠to mandate domestic artificial intelligence chip purchases, the Information has reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

Business • 07 Jan

Consumers concerned about AI fraud and impact on jobs

A sizable majority of people here are worried about how artificial intelligence could impact their bank balances and livelihood, according to a new survey.

Business • 16 Dec 25

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Global shift poses risks and opportunities for investors

The volatility and uncertainty seen on markets this year is likely to continue into 2026, according to one investments expert, though they say that is also creating opportunities.

Business • 15 Dec 25

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VC funding in GenAI up 65% year-on-year - EY

Venture capital investment in generative AI jumped by 65% in the first 11 months of the year, according to new analysis from EY Ireland.

Business • 12 Dec 25

Worker usage of AI tools remains low - survey

The vast majority of Irish workers are not using artificial intelligence tools on a daily basis, according to a survey by PwC.

Business • 03 Dec 25

Criminals ahead of firms, regulators on AI - survey

A sizable majority of Irish compliance professionals think criminals are outpacing companies and regulators in their explotation of artificial intelligence.

Business • 25 Nov 25

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Irish innovation honoured at AI Awards

Laya Healthcare's automation software for outpatient claims and IBM Research's connected system for AI guidelines were among the big winners at this year's AI Awards.

Business • 18 Nov 25

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Scientists call on Von der Leyen to withdraw AI comment

More than 70 AI scientists from around the world have written to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen asking her to retract a statement she made in May that artificial intelligence is expected to approach human reasoning "next year".

Business • 10 Nov 25

Bubble Trouble: Is too much being spent on AI?

Firms are spending hundreds of billions of dollars on artificial intelligence with little to show for it, leading many major tech and trading exports to conclude that the industry is in a bubble, writes Adam Maguire.

Business • 11 Nov 25

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AI jobs doubled in Ireland since 2023 - report

A new report from a Government advisory group has found that artificial intelligence jobs have doubled in Ireland since 2023.

Science and Technology • 06 Nov 25

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Cyber leaders worried about budgets and burnout - survey

More than 80% of firms have enhanced their cybersecurity over the past six months - according to the latest Cyber Leaders Index from EY Ireland.

Business • 05 Nov 25

Irish VC activity stable in Q3 - KPMG report

There were fewer venture capital deals involving Irish companies in the third quarter, but the combined value of those deals increased, according to the latest VenturePulse survey from KPMG.

Business • 29 Oct 25

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Podcast: Deepfakes and AI – Will we question everything?

New rules being brought in for teens interacting with AI still rely on people telling the truth, Brian O'Donovan has told Behind the Story

Business • 17 Oct 25

Over 60% of CEOs identify AI as top investment priority

Over 60% of Irish CEOs have identified artificial intelligence as a top investment priority, a new survey shows.

Business • 15 Oct 25

Bursting of AI bubble poses risk and potential for Europe

A bursting of the artificial intelligence bubble would have a knock-on impact on Europe, but there could be some upside for companies here too, according to one markets analyst.

Business • 10 Oct 25

Ireland's place as a bridge between the US and EU could make it hugely influencial in the development of safe and ethical AI, the forum heard

Forum aims to make Ireland a global leader in AI

Ireland has the chance to become a global leader in the development of safe and ethical artificial intelligence usage, a forum taking place in Dublin has heard.

Business • 25 Sep 25

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Kerry event to focus on AI impact on finance

A conference on artificial intelligence in Co Kerry next month will focus on the impact of AI on finance.

Business • 27 Aug 25

Americans fear AI permanently displacing workers - survey

Americans are deeply concerned over the prospect that advances in artificial intelligence could put swaths of the country out of work permanently, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.

Business • 19 Aug 25

EXL opens international business, AI hub in Dublin

Data and AI company EXL has opened its international business headquarters in Dublin.

Business • 12 Aug 25

9 out of 10 small businesses use AI tools - survey

New research from the Small Firms Association (SFA), shows that 9 out of 10 small firms are using artificial intelligence (AI) for one or more business processes.

Business • 05 Aug 25

Widespread concerns among bank staff over AI - survey

There is widespread concern among staff in the financial services sector over the possible effects of artificial intelligence, according to a new survey.

Business • 26 Jun 25

US labour unions fight to contain AI disruption

As artificial intelligence threatens to upend entire sectors of the economy, American labour unions are scrambling to protect workers, demand corporate transparency, and rally political support - an uphill battle in a rapidly changing world.

Business • 04 Jun 25

Warnings over AI risks for unemployed people

Campaigners have warned of the risks posed by artificial intelligence for unemployed people.

Business • 28 May 25

Musicians and film makers have already begun the fightback against AI

New Dublin event to ask the big questions about AI

This Thursday, Let's make AI:OK for music and the creative sector takes place at the National Concert Hall in Dublin to discuss the impact of AI on the creative arts in Ireland.

Music • 21 May 25

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