Looking for a thoughtful present? Consider a gift that could make a real difference
From simple donations, to farm animals that can provide a livelihood, charities offer many options for giving with meaning
Thinking of a Christmas fundraiser? Here’s what you need to know
From choosing transparent platforms to knowing the rules around raffles, fundraising requires a little preparation
Forget Furby: The hidden dangers in smart toys under the Christmas tree
People thought Furbys were spying on them, but today’s AI-powered toys may not be all that innocent
Irish sports-tech firms leading global growth in AI and innovation
Irish sports tech companies are driving global innovation in AI, athlete performance, and fan engagement—transforming how sport is played, watched, and monetised
Effective defence against cyber threats means combing machine precision and human judgment
In the AI era, innovation and security must move in lockstep. Businesses can’t afford to choose between the two
Compass offers opportunity to set a clear direction for R&D incentives
An innovation tax credit aimed at activities that enable and support Ireland’s strong R&D base could bring investment benefits
Time to take off the stabilisers and see what AI can really do
While high-tech and maths-heavy sectors naturally hold an immediate attraction for AI implementation, it’s not just those industries that are embracing it
The energy to power a rapidly electrifying economy
Ireland’s challenge is no longer simply keeping the lights on but upgrading its electricity infrastructure in a way that balances growth with energy security
Simply the vest: How Ireland became a centre for cutting-edge sports tech
When Troy Parrott celebrated his winner against Hungary, he showcased a GPD vest made by Newry-based STATsports
The $20,000 AI robot butler with the dexterity of Bosco - and that’s with a human guiding it
California-based 1X Technologies is accepting pre-orders for its Neo home robot and wants to use your home to train it
Aviation sector faces turbulence on the path to net zero
As airlines and airports push to decarbonise, high fuel costs, limited supply of sustainable aviation fuel and slow tech progress threaten to ground the flight of progress
Further planning reforms necessary to meet renewables targets
The Planning and Development Act 2024 aims to streamline approvals, but legal delays and resource gaps continue to hinder progress on wind and solar projects
Defined benefit pensions may be in decline but they have not gone away
Defined benefit pensions offer security, but members must stay engaged to manage risks, funding concerns and lifestyle needs throughout retirement
We should all be worried by deep fake technology
AI firms are rapidly improving their video quality with no consideration for its impact on society
Retirement is just the start of the next investment chapter
Your pension strategy needs more than just time; key decisions along the way can shape your financial future