39% of daily internet users almost always online - CSO New figures from the Central Statistics Office shows that 94% of internet users go online daily, and of these, 39% use it all the time … Business • 24 Nov
Amazon hit by strikes, protests across Europe today Amazon workers went out on strike at multiple locations across Europe today as protests against the US e-commerce giant's working practices picked up pace on … Business • 24 Nov
Concern over spread of disinformation on social media Ireland's media regulator, Coimisiún na Meán, said it remains concerned about the spread of violent imagery, hate speech and disinformation on social media platforms following … Business • 24 Nov
Eir's third quarter revenues up by 3% Eir has reported higher third quarter revenues but said its earnings fell as it added 20,000 more fibre broadband connections nationwide. Business • 23 Nov
One in ten Irish people have used AI in work - study One year after the launch of ChatGPT, more than 300,000 people in Ireland have used artificial intelligence at work, according to new research from Deloitte. Business • 23 Nov
Sam Altman to return as OpenAI CEO ChatGPT-maker OpenAI has reached an agreement for Sam Altman to return as CEO days after his sacking, capping frenzied discussions about the future of the … Business • 22 Nov
Nvidia outlook beats expectations, China worries linger Chip designer Nvidia said it expects a steep drop in fourth-quarter sales in China - a key revenue generator - in the wake of new … Business • 22 Nov
Timeline - Sam Altman's return to OpenAI OpenAI said last night that Sam Altman would return to the company as CEO, capping days of high drama and marathon discussions about the future … Business • 22 Nov
Irish innovation honoured at annual AI Awards Software to protect children from cyberbullying, a wearable device to diagnose Parkinson's Disease and educational tools for literacy were among the winners of this year's … Science and Technology • 21 Nov
New tool launched to prevent online shopping scams A new online service designed to prevent shoppers from being scammed has been launched. Business • 21 Nov
OpenAI CEO sacking puts focus on EU regulatory debate As the European Union edges closer to passing a wide-ranging set of laws governing artificial intelligence, politicians and experts say the surprise ousting of OpenAI … Business • 21 Nov
Irish study suggests far-right influence growing online New research on the spread of online misinformation and disinformation in Ireland has revealed that the influence of the far-right is growing. technology • 20 Nov
PwC in deal with Microsoft on new GenAI Business Centre PwC Ireland is launching a new GenAI Business Centre as it expands its strategic AI collaboration with Microsoft into Ireland. Business • 20 Nov
OpenAI staff threaten to quit unless board resigns Hundreds of staff at ChatGPT's parent company OpenAI have signed a letter threatening to leave the tech firm unless "all current board members resign," according … Business • 20 Nov
Almost a third using different name on social media Almost a third of adults in Ireland have a social media account under a different name according to a new survey. Business • 17 Nov
Alibaba announces U-turn on cloud unit spin-off Alibaba Group's Hong Kong shares slumped 10% today after it scrapped plans to spin off its cloud business, citing uncertainties fuelled by US curbs on … Business • 17 Nov
Apple files legal challenge to EU's Digital Markets Act Apple has filed a legal case contesting decisions taken by the European Commission under its recently-introduced Digital Markets Act, according to a post shared by … Business • 17 Nov
TikTok appeals against EU gatekeeper status TikTok has joined Meta in appealing against the "gatekeeper" status under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), an EU law that brings in tougher rules for … Business • 16 Nov
Games group Embracer tops Q2 profit forecast Swedish games developer Embracer has today topped second-quarter operating profit expectations, aided by its restructuring efforts, strong licensing revenues and solid performance across business units. Business • 16 Nov
Vodafone says 'looking at options' for Italy operations British telecoms group Vodafone said it was considering a range of options for Italy, the last of the "challenging" markets it has vowed to tackle, … Business • 14 Nov
Foxconn's Q3 profit up 11%, much better than forecasts Apple supplier Foxconn has today reported a surprise 11% increase in third-quarter profit, boosted by strong demand for smartphones ahead of the year-end holiday shopping … Business • 14 Nov
Govt approves Irish application for CERN membership Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris has announced that Government approval has been granted for Ireland to apply for membership of CERN. Politics • 14 Nov
B&Q owner Kingfisher's new AI-powered customer helper Home improvements retailer Kingfisher, home to the B&Q and Castorama brands, has launched what it says is the sector's first artificial intelligence-powered assistant to support … Business • 14 Nov
Web Summit kicks off in Lisbon amid ex-CEO controversy Thousands of people have gathered in Lisbon to attend Europe's largest technology conference, the Web Summit, as the event attempts to get back on its … Business • 14 Nov
Microsoft, Google won't challenge EU gatekeeper status Microsoft and Google will not challenge an EU law requiring them to make it easier for users to move between competing services such as social … Business • 14 Nov