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Everything you need to know about navigating change

How do you navigate change? Whether it’s moving job, career or country, a number of people shared their stories with us this week. The post Everything you need to know about navigating change appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36UhFBv

Why making bomb-disposal robots is a great conversation starter

Dr Julie Behan of Kerry-based Reamda is helping build robots that can be sent out to tackle some of the most dangerous situations, such as bomb disposal. The post Why making bomb-disposal robots is a great conversation starter appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3eHuYYH

What can we expect from the workplace of the future?

What will the future workplace look like and what skills will be needed? This infographic gives some ideas. The post What can we expect from the workplace of the future? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2zI8UxV

Raspberry Pi launches its first 8GB RAM variant and new OS name

As well as launching the 8GB Raspberry Pi 4, the foundation is also changing the name of the Raspbian operating system to Raspberry Pi OS. The post Raspberry Pi launches its first 8GB RAM variant and new OS name appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3cckA9E

NASA reveals why its historic ISS mission had to be postponed

Despite millions tuning in to watch the historic space flight for NASA and SpaceX, the weather had other ideas. The post NASA reveals why its historic ISS mission had to be postponed appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2X8HV7z

What can companies do now to prepare for the future of hiring?

Remote hiring is at an all-time high as businesses across the world continue to work from home, but what does that mean for the future of recruitment? We asked Talview’s Sanjoe Jose. The post What can companies do now to prepare for the future of hiring? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3guyTtf

1,500 Irish scientists call for a department of higher education and research

1,500 scientists across Ireland are asking the incoming Government to create a department for higher education and research. The post 1,500 Irish scientists call for a department of higher education and research appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2XCVA5Z

Stripe launches in five new countries as it targets whole of Europe

Stripe is looking to eastern Europe and the Mediterranean as it announces five new countries where its services are now available. The post Stripe launches in five new countries as it targets whole of Europe appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3d8ig4L

8 ways to demonstrate that you have a growth mindset

Preparing for a job interview and wondering how you can showcase your growth mindset? Hays’ Chris Dottie shares his tips. The post 8 ways to demonstrate that you have a growth mindset appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3go5a5k

What you need to know about NASA and SpaceX’s historic crewed ISS mission

SpaceX is to boldly go where no private company has gone before as it gets set to launch its first NASA crewed mission into Earth’s orbit. The post What you need to know about NASA and SpaceX’s historic crewed ISS mission appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2yzGTrS

‘I’ve long been a believer in the role of remote working in the modern workplace’

CWSI’s Ronan Murphy discusses enterprise mobility, future-proofing companies in the age of Covid-19, and what he enjoys about working from home. The post ‘I’ve long been a believer in the role of remote working in the modern workplace’ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2X38Emg

MaREI survey reveals public support for offshore windfarms

In a survey conducted by MaREI, 93pc of people said they would not object to an offshore windfarm anywhere in Irish waters. The post MaREI survey reveals public support for offshore windfarms appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2ZzCEI1

UCD researchers see protons ‘hopping’ in ice possibly found on other planets

Researchers from UCD and Canada have observed protons ‘hopping’ in a high-pressure type of ice. The post UCD researchers see protons ‘hopping’ in ice possibly found on other planets appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2zvgLPq

Virgin Media’s new scheme offers free TV ads to Irish SMEs

Virgin Media has launched its Backing Business initiative to offer a platform to Irish SMEs that have been impacted by Covid-19. The post Virgin Media’s new scheme offers free TV ads to Irish SMEs appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2TAKkFU

BT Ireland’s Jackie Phillips: ‘Ensuring network availability continues is a priority’

Jackie Phillips spoke to Siliconrepublic.com about how BT Ireland pivoted operations for Covid-19 and prioritised the emergency call answering service. The post BT Ireland’s Jackie Phillips: ‘Ensuring network availability continues is a priority’ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3d0lwiD

Scurri is supporting e-commerce retailers through a crisis

Our Start-up of the Week is Scurri, a cloud-based software provider from Wexford that connects and optimises the online ordering, shipping and delivery process for retailers. The post Scurri is supporting e-commerce retailers through a crisis appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36qa8di

The lesser-known traits of great leadership

Leaders from different industries shared their insights with us this week, from the importance of compassion to preparing for a new era of working. The post The lesser-known traits of great leadership appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3e9HmjG

Mysterious neon coral may be releasing its own ‘sunscreen’

The mysterious appearance of dazzlingly colourful coral reefs is a sign that they are fighting to recover, according to researchers. The post Mysterious neon coral may be releasing its own ‘sunscreen’ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36mcHgu

HTC invests €3m in Waterford firm VR Education

VR Education plans to use the funding to further develop its Engage platform while building its sales and marketing capability. The post HTC invests €3m in Waterford firm VR Education appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36qPyJW

4 major Azure announcements made at Microsoft Build 2020

At this year's Microsoft Build event, the company announced a new AI supercomputer, a toolkit for creating 'responsible' machine learning and a cloud offering for healthcare. The post 4 major Azure announcements made at Microsoft Build 2020 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36mPnz2

Study finds far less carbon capture needed to help meet climate targets

New research has said the world is on track to capture and store enough carbon dioxide to meet IPCC climate targets, working alongside other measures. The post Study finds far less carbon capture needed to help meet climate targets appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2Zz2ED8

Vox Financial announces £1.5m investment and 25 jobs for Belfast

The fintech company plans to more than double its workforce over the next two years, with roles across operations, analysis and consulting. The post Vox Financial announces £1.5m investment and 25 jobs for Belfast appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36kQvU1

PayPal launches QR codes to limit physical contact for casual sellers

PayPal has launched a new QR code payment functionality that can be used by small businesses and casual sellers who do not have card machines and rely on cash. The post PayPal launches QR codes to limit physical contact for casual sellers appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3bPpx85

Irish-led team to release rapid Covid-19 test with €930,000 EU backing

A research group led by Dublin-based HiberGene has developed a Covid-19 test that can provide a positive result in 30 minutes. The post Irish-led team to release rapid Covid-19 test with €930,000 EU backing appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2LOyzaW

Prosperity predicts increased demand for e-commerce and digital skills

The digital recruitment agency expects e-commerce and e-learning sectors to grow, accelerated by the impacts of Covid-19. The post Prosperity predicts increased demand for e-commerce and digital skills appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2WQVZm0

Nokia claims to have broken world-record 5G speed in the US

Nokia has announced a new 5G speed world record, clocking in at almost 5Gbps over its network in Dallas, Texas. The post Nokia claims to have broken world-record 5G speed in the US appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36drJoI

Explained: 6 things you need to know about Covid-19 and tax

How are employee and corporate taxes affected by the Covid-19 pandemic? Michael Rooney, tax partner at EY, answers some key questions. The post Explained: 6 things you need to know about Covid-19 and tax appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2ALIZpr

US cybersecurity firm Cygilant creates 65 jobs in Belfast

Cygilant announced plans to open a new security operation centre in Belfast with support from Invest NI. The post US cybersecurity firm Cygilant creates 65 jobs in Belfast appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2zYx3A3

Watch: What’s it like to work in biopharma at MSD Carlow?

We spoke to MSD Carlow’s plant manager and HR business partner to learn more about working life at the facility. The post Watch: What’s it like to work in biopharma at MSD Carlow? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3bLKpgv

Accenture acquires automated insights firm Byte Prophecy

Accenture will add Byte Prophecy's team of 50 data scientists and engineers to its growing Accenture Applied Intelligence team. The post Accenture acquires automated insights firm Byte Prophecy appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3cLk6Ir

Please don’t let an algorithm have the final say on Leaving Cert grades

Algorithms built on biased data can never be unbiased, and the recent decision to adjust grading for the Leaving Cert based on previous school performance will weigh heavily on DEIS students, writes Elaine Burke. The post Please don’t let an algorithm have the final say on Leaving Cert grades appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2yiL0sk

General Atlantic invests $870m in India’s Jio Platforms

General Atlantic has joined Facebook, Silver Lake and Vista Equity Partners in investing in Indian telecoms business Jio Platforms, at a valuation of $65bn. The post General Atlantic invests $870m in India’s Jio Platforms appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3cFwXMs

5 technology skills companies will need after Covid-19

Hays’ James Milligan discusses the technology skills that businesses should seek out as we enter a new era of ‘hybrid working’. The post 5 technology skills companies will need after Covid-19 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2ygzD4a

My Money Jar wants to improve employee financial wellbeing

Our Start-up of the Week is My Money Jar, an app that aims to improve financial resilience by making impulsive spending harder and promoting basic savings habits. The post My Money Jar wants to improve employee financial wellbeing appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2WHDLmU

Microsoft will acquire Metaswitch Networks to build on 5G strategy

Microsoft plans to acquire Metaswitch Networks, a UK business that designs, develops, manufactures and markets telecoms software. The post Microsoft will acquire Metaswitch Networks to build on 5G strategy appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2zGfUer

Apple has acquired virtual reality event start-up NextVR

NextVR has developed technology to broadcast live and recorded events in virtual reality, forging deals with CNN, the NBA and Nascar in recent years. The post Apple has acquired virtual reality event start-up NextVR appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2AwyVAp

RCSI and UCD share €1.47m award for super-resolution microscopes

RCSI and UCD have been jointly awarded a €1.47m SFI grant for highly advanced microscopy instruments. The post RCSI and UCD share €1.47m award for super-resolution microscopes appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3cEvzcH

European group launches €60m Covid-19 crisis response fund

The €60m EIT Crisis Response Initiative aims to fund innovators and businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic. The post European group launches €60m Covid-19 crisis response fund appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/35Z9KST

11 sci-tech companies hiring in Ireland right now

Looking for a new job at the moment? Here are 11 companies currently hiring for sci-tech roles across the country. The post 11 sci-tech companies hiring in Ireland right now appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3fUl1Iv

Latest updates on PS5: Launch is still on track for late 2020

Sony confirmed that the PlayStation 5 is on track to launch later this year, while Epic Games has used the console to demonstrate the capabilities of its newest engine. The post Latest updates on PS5: Launch is still on track for late 2020 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3bCr80K

Eco-greenhouse concept with own water supply could boost food production

Researchers at UL and NUI Galway have described the development of a greenhouse that produces its own water as a major breakthrough. The post Eco-greenhouse concept with own water supply could boost food production appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2yMJ2AR

Explained: 8 key points from the Return to Work Safely Protocol

What will Irish employers need to do before returning to workplaces after Covid-19? We take a look at some of the Government’s requirements. The post Explained: 8 key points from the Return to Work Safely Protocol appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2Z2pOBC

Virtual AtlanTec Festival will focus on AI and digital innovation

ITAG’s AtlanTec event is going completely virtual this year and will focus on the art of AI and digital innovation. The post Virtual AtlanTec Festival will focus on AI and digital innovation appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3fTvlAP

Facebook plans to increase automated content moderation

Facebook is relying more on AI and automation to help moderate its platform during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond. The post Facebook plans to increase automated content moderation appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2YU1VMK

Why all employees need cybersecurity training

Now that much of the global workforce is remote, it’s imperative that all employees make cybersecurity a key skill. The post Why all employees need cybersecurity training appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2LqDcaI

Study warns Covid-19 in children might not start with a cough

Scientists in China are calling for further research after they discovered that respiratory symptoms might not be the first sign of Covid-19 in children. The post Study warns Covid-19 in children might not start with a cough appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2YU21nA

Discovery may suggest why there is a higher rate of Covid-19 among men

A study of several thousand people has shown men have higher concentrations of an enzyme that enables the coronavirus to infect healthy cells. The post Discovery may suggest why there is a higher rate of Covid-19 among men appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/35U2R4Y

8 tips for taking stock of your career during Covid-19

With normal work routines disrupted, many people may be re-evaluating career options, writes Geraldine King of the National Recruitment Federation. The post 8 tips for taking stock of your career during Covid-19 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2LnGoUy

Vochi’s video editing app for content creators raises $1.5m

Vochi is aiming to capitalise on the TikTok boom with its video editing app, as creators seek new ways to edit social media content. The post Vochi’s video editing app for content creators raises $1.5m appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/35Sj5vv

‘The final straw’: Musk threatens to move Tesla HQ from California

After officials in Alameda County refused to let Tesla reopen its factory due to stay-at-home orders put in place to limit the spread of the coronavirus, CEO Elon Musk has decided to take legal action. The post ‘The final straw’: Musk threatens to move Tesla HQ from California appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2YTRgl8