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Intel’s Angela Butler traces the discovery of a pioneering silicon gate technology back to two young Irish emigrants arriving in the US at the turn of the 20th century. The post Bob Kerwin: The tech engineering pioneer with Irish roots appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/38SzVfR

US policy on science and technology is facing a major shift in 2021. Writing from the States, Dr Thomas A Campbell and Damien Weldon assess the changes to come and the opportunities that could arise for Ireland. The post How Biden-Harris will shift the paradigm in US science and technology policy appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3nWVK3Z

Ian Blake spies the opportunities for B2B tech companies to leverage a strong position in facilitating remote working, customer service and e-commerce post-pandemic. The post B2B tech is poised to grease the wheels of post-Covid economic recovery appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3mUZrWO

Here are some of the book recommendations we got from tech leaders in 2020. The post 20 book recommendations from tech and business leaders appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2KPEDT8

Microbial genomics researcher Dr Lucy van Dorp from University College London answers key questions about the coronavirus variant that has led to UK lockdowns. The post What we know so far about the new coronavirus variant appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3pi3HB7

Greencoat Renewables will purchase the Cavan and Offaly windfarms from Statkraft once they become operational in 2022. The post Ireland chosen for two new windfarms worth €123m appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3mDDCe8

The new strategy put forward by the European Commission promises ‘unprecedented investment’ in Europe’s digital transformation. The post Explained: The EU’s new cybersecurity strategy appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34zQV9j

Following the EMA’s recommendation, the European Commission must also give the vaccine the green light to begin the roll-out to member states. The post First Covid-19 vaccine for EU authorised by EMA appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3av5jn7

Red Hat’s Martin Percival discusses how bringing a DevOps culture into organisations could alleviate the challenges of a hybrid cloud future. The post How a DevOps culture can make the hybrid cloud work appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2WElnL7

Linda Hayes of Johnson & Johnson believes that honesty will be key for HR teams next year as uncertainty and new challenges look set to continue. The post HR in 2021: ‘Don’t be afraid to say you haven’t figured it out yet’ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3awRfJS

This is the fourth acquisition that the e-learning company has made in as many years. The post Derry’s Learning Pool acquires Remote Learner as part of US expansion appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2KLUL81

Prodigious young entrepreneur Daniel Kyne is leading a new start-up with a tool to give smaller firms access to valuable mass market research. The post OpinionX: A new market research tool to find valuable opinions appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2WwnEbd

PeopleGoal’s Nikolaos Lygkonis highlights some of the ways technology will transform HR and people management next year. The post 5 HR trends to look out for in 2021 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2KFLjTE

William Fry’s Leo Moore talks us through the major legal challenges to come in 2021, from international data transfers to the tax implications of remote working across borders. The post 4 legal challenges companies have to prepare for in 2021 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2WF5ggt

Looking for ways to give back? Take inspiration from some of these companies’ CSR initiatives. The post 8 companies share how they’re giving back to local communities appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/38deBBu

More than 100,000 Virgin Media Ireland customers are to be refunded following a ComReg investigation into post-cancellation charges. The post Virgin Media Ireland customers owed €3m in refunds appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/37uvpVi

Viotas, which has rebranded from Electricity Exchange, will be hiring for software developers, electrical engineers and more over the next three years. The post Limerick in line for jobs boost as Viotas announces 60 new roles appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2K6C92W

The video-conferencing app will give unlimited meetings to global users for several days over the holiday season. The post Zoom will lift its meeting time limit for the festive season appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2WqDdBg

The Dublin-based start-up will use the funding to expand into new markets and further develop its personal digestive tracker. The post FoodMarble raises €2.1m to scale digestive health tech appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34nwRHb

Despite some progress towards gender equity on boards, Balance for Better Business reports that Ireland isn’t likely to achieve its 2023 equality objectives. The post Report: Ireland will ‘spectacularly miss’ women in leadership targets appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3gUfti1

Forrester’s Srividya Sridharan looks at how AI is changing and what we can expect in 2021. The post 3 reasons why 2021 will be AI’s time to shine appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3r4XSIS

Hatch CEO Joris Kroese discusses the e-commerce boom, the pros and cons of rapid digital transformation, and how he has learned to trust his gut. The post ‘Digital transformation can overturn business models in the blink of an eye’ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3npxur8

Following jobs news and an acquisition earlier this year, the Dublin firm’s growth is set to continue with support from the Goodbody EIIS Fund. The post Tekenable receives €1.6m from Baker Tilly and Goodbody appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/389tTa2

The Terrain-AI research project led by Maynooth University aims to share insights that could help reduce global carbon levels. The post SFI and Microsoft Ireland launch €5m AI climate research project appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/386tzJh

The proposed deal sees EA outbid competitor Take-Two, which recently made a takeover offer of $971m. The post EA to acquire UK developer Codemasters for $1.2bn appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3gMasbx

According to The New York Times, Google CEO Sundar Pichai told staff they can expect a more flexible work week once they return to the office. The post Google extends remote working plans to September 2021 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3oQSBmt

Forrester’s Glenn O’Donnell discusses the acceleration of edge computing and how it will affect data centres and cloud expansion. The post What you need to know about edge computing trends in 2021 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/37ilVMA

Mirr, a start-up turning the mirror into a smart device, emerged from this year’s Patch accelerator for young entrepreneurs. The post Teen entrepreneurs see success with code and mirrors appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3a96QyX

At Future Human, investor and author Brad Feld explained why start-up communities are complex systems that can’t be replicated by simply copying Silicon Valley. The post Brad Feld: There is no playbook for building the next Silicon Valley appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2IFNTIM

At the end of an ‘incredibly difficult’ year, Airbnb now has a market cap of $86.5bn. The post Airbnb shares more than double in stock market debut appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3ncuPAQ

Dozens of start-ups were named winners at this year’s National Startup Awards, with Manna taking the top prize. The post Drone delivery firm Manna wins grand prize at National Startup Awards appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2WaPkC1

Ahead of one of the most anticipated tech IPOs of the year, Airbnb priced its shares at $68 apiece. The post Airbnb prices IPO at $68 per share, setting valuation around $47bn appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2JWSjf5

The US Federal Trade Commission is suing Facebook, alleging it is illegally maintaining its personal social networking monopoly. The post Antitrust lawsuit could force Facebook to sell Whatsapp and Instagram appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3oFdxwQ

SpaceX founder Elon Musk didn’t seem too disappointed with the news that the company’s Starship prototype exploded on landing. The post SpaceX Starship prototype explodes in fireball landing during test run appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3n5qrDT

Forrester’s Glenn O’Donnell examines the demand for new IoT applications and discusses the trends that will emerge in a post-Covid world. The post 5 growing IoT trends you can expect in 2021 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2K7JKOb

Three Ireland has launched its 5G broadband service which it claims is faster than many fixed-line options. The post Three Ireland launches 5G broadband to rival fixed-line offerings appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3n0dwTr

Already dreading coming back to work after a break? Hays’ Alex Shteingardt shares his advice for making your return a little easier. The post 5 tips if you’re dreading coming back to work after a break appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2VTS8TY

Despite the challenges that Covid-19 brought, Atomico’s latest report shows the European tech ecosystem had a record year for investment. The post Tech investment in Europe hit an all-time high in 2020 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36WhJlK

Harmac Medical Products will create 60 jobs at its facility in Castlerea, Co Roscommon to accelerate production of face masks and other PPE. The post Harmac to create 60 jobs in Roscommon to meet PPE demand appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3mVm7H3

Learnovate’s Nessa McEniff discusses her background in edtech, the accelerated demand for online learning, and the issue of equity in education. The post ‘Covid-19 has caused a seismic shift in the education and training sector’ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3mXnqFF

DC rapid charging units for EVs will be installed at 180 Eir phone boxes across the country to help drivers overcome so-called ‘range anxiety’. The post Eir and EasyGo to convert 180 phone boxes into EV charging points appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/37HtYlj

The payroll software developer has been valued at $575m after receiving fresh funding. The post Irish business Immedis raises $50m for payroll tech appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3gli6cC

A joint venture between Cambus Medical and Freudenberg Medical Europe will create 40 jobs with the expansion of its site in An Spidéal, Co Galway. The post Cambus Medical to create 40 jobs at Galway site following €1.9m funding appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/39PqYGk

Our Start-up of the Week is Omma, which is developing software to make digital signage more dynamic and video marketing that can be personalised in real time. The post Omma: The Turkish start-up smartening up digital signage and marketing appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3lWwhpS

This week in future tech, a start-up called Space Perspective closed $7m to finance the development of a balloon spaceship for tourists. The post Start-up bags $7m to bring tourists to edge of space on a balloon appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2JUNLWk

Alongside a major announcement by Warner Bros to bring its 2021 film releases direct to HBO Max, the streaming platform has revealed plans for its global roll-out. The post HBO Max coming to Europe as Warner Bros’ pivots to direct-to-stream releases appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/37GHdTa

Award-winning Irish conductor and composer Eímear Noone spoke to the Future Human audience about how orchestras overcame the challenges of Covid-19 restrictions. The post How musicians went digital to hit the right note during Covid-19 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2JCbCKs

A new Randox testing lab with a capacity to run 30,000 Covid-19 tests a day will open at its Donegal site. The post Randox to create 50 jobs at new Covid-19 testing lab in Donegal appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3qmCXRv

Superhuman’s Kristen Hayward explains why actions speak volumes over words when laying the foundations for a health company culture. The post How to leave lip service behind when building company culture appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/2JGfwBH

Dr Timnit Gebru, a black woman and prominent researcher into ethics in AI, said she was fired from Google for criticising the company’s diversity efforts. The post Google AI scientist claims she was fired for highlighting bias in new paper appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36FDZQQ