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Airbnb pledges housing for 100,000 Ukrainians fleeing war

The online accommodation rental platform said it would offer free, short-term housing for Ukrainians escaping war in their homeland. The post Airbnb pledges housing for 100,000 Ukrainians fleeing war appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3srkfev

The level of security of IoT devices is ‘sub-optimal at best’

Virgin Media Business’s Noel O’Reilly examines the biggest trends in cybersecurity right now, including the evolution of DDoS attacks. The post The level of security of IoT devices is ‘sub-optimal at best’ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3C1RpEs

Rick Kelley appointed head of Meta in Ireland

'It's an exciting time for Meta as we are on the journey to build the metaverse,' said Boston native Rick Kelley following his appointment. The post Rick Kelley appointed head of Meta in Ireland appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3Ml3Lg3

US enterprise software scale-up Gong rings in 80 new jobs for Dublin

The San Francisco-headquartered business is driving its EMEA expansion out of Dublin. The post US enterprise software scale-up Gong rings in 80 new jobs for Dublin appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3spHOV2

Nearly one in five Irish job ads now offer remote working, says report

Ireland has one of the highest availability rates for remote working roles across eight labour markets monitored by LinkedIn. The post Nearly one in five Irish job ads now offer remote working, says report appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3vopBcd

How to talk about the skills you learned during the pandemic

The Covid-19 pandemic has been tough, but for jobseekers it may have given them a chance to highlight a new set of skills. The post How to talk about the skills you learned during the pandemic appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34DIFZ7

TU Dublin to team up with Workday to teach tech skills to next generation

Software company Workday will invest €450,000 and offer its expertise to the project at TU Dublin which aims to teach young people tech skills. The post TU Dublin to team up with Workday to teach tech skills to next generation appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36hP6Sh

Cerenovus to invest €50m in Galway site, creating 30 jobs

A Johnson & Johnson medtech company, Cerenovus creates medical devices that aim to help patients who have had a stroke. The post Cerenovus to invest €50m in Galway site, creating 30 jobs appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34XMkR6

Prosperity and perks: flexible work and pay rises for digital workers in 2022

Some of the highest paid paid digital roles in 2022 will be marketing director, head of e-commerce, head of SEO and creative directors, according to the Dublin head-quartered recruitment firm. The post Prosperity and perks: flexible work and pay rises for digital workers in 2022 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3JomuF0

Irish tech start-ups reached a record €1.3bn in VC investment for 2021

The Irish Venture Capital Association’s survey reported a large increase in seed funding and the general size of investment deals in 2021. The post Irish tech start-ups reached a record €1.3bn in VC investment for 2021 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34AVwLD

What does a career in data science look like right now?

As we round off Data Science Week, we gleaned a few final insights into what a data science career is like and what potential candidates need to know. The post What does a career in data science look like right now? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3uDD1AS

How data science is leading to better network optimisation

Huawei’s Alex Agapitos discusses how the latest data science techniques have become necessary in the maintenance of networks. The post How data science is leading to better network optimisation appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34KxIVj

European publishers call out Google for anti-competitive adtech

The European Commission has been asked by publishers to restore competition in the adtech space disrupted by Google. The post European publishers call out Google for anti-competitive adtech appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3JiR56T

The CISO is no longer ‘an isolated C-suite position’

LogPoint’s Christian Have discusses the importance of data-driven decision-making for chief information security officers. The post The CISO is no longer ‘an isolated C-suite position’ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3JiiINp

New director appointed to SFI’s Insight centre for data analytics at NUIG

Prof Edward Curry said he was looking forward to working with 'world-leading AI and data researchers' and engaging with data innovator businesses around the country. The post New director appointed to SFI’s Insight centre for data analytics at NUIG appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/33d7MBp

French data privacy regulator says Google Analytics breaches GDPR

The French watchdog said it is investigating other website tools that transfer EU data to the US and it may add ‘corrective measures’ if they breach GDPR rules. The post French data privacy regulator says Google Analytics breaches GDPR appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34p7tUN

Google Cloud names Helen Kelisky managing director for UK and Ireland

Kelisky was welcomed to her new role by Adaire Fox-Martin, the newly appointed Google Ireland lead and EMEA cloud president. The post Google Cloud names Helen Kelisky managing director for UK and Ireland appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3HMatc3

Top productivity tips from a data science professional

Simranjeet Singh gives some advice for newcomers to the world of data science and shares his top tips for staying productive day to day. The post Top productivity tips from a data science professional appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3rHbP2l

Researchers make electronic chip that can be rewired like the human brain

The researchers used electrical impulses to adjust the chip, which allowed it to change its state to function like parts of the human brain. The post Researchers make electronic chip that can be rewired like the human brain appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3rCZGvf

Who is the billionaire suing Facebook over scam ads?

An Australian mining magnate has accused the social media giant of failing to prevent scam ads using his name and image. The post Who is the billionaire suing Facebook over scam ads? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3rAA2r0

Irish medtech company Perfuze raises €22.5m for stroke treatment device

Perfuze is developing catheter-based technology to remove blood clots from the brain in one pass to treat acute ischemic stroke. The post Irish medtech company Perfuze raises €22.5m for stroke treatment device appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34HC3sk

How has data science evolved to improve society?

AI thought leader Aruna Pattam discusses the wide-ranging applications of data science in society and the importance of diversity for the future of the industry. The post How has data science evolved to improve society? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34loizT

What is a typical day like for a lead data scientist?

Mastercard’s James Conway walks us through a normal working day, describing the tools he uses and the skills he needs to lead his team. The post What is a typical day like for a lead data scientist? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3LndfqC

How to be a better data scientist in 5 steps

Data science is a multidisciplinary field ranging from machine learning to mathematics. Here are five ways you can be a better data scientist. The post How to be a better data scientist in 5 steps appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3HAxSgz

Amazon to increase pay for most jobs to keep tech and corporate staff

Amazon is increasing compensation rates for most jobs globally and doubling the maximum base salary it pays employees. The post Amazon to increase pay for most jobs to keep tech and corporate staff appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3oxN0Us

Peter Thiel to exit Meta board and focus on US elections

A Trump ally, Peter Thiel has reportedly grown weary of some recent Facebook moderation decisions and is now focusing on politics. The post Peter Thiel to exit Meta board and focus on US elections appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3B5lzWW

WHO tech-transfer hub uses Moderna data to make mRNA Covid vaccine

The mRNA technology-transfer hub was set up in South Africa to help manufacturers in low-income countries create their own vaccines. The post WHO tech-transfer hub uses Moderna data to make mRNA Covid vaccine appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3GsZWRv

What is data mesh and why is it important?

Forrester’s Michele Goetz explains the concept of data mesh and how businesses can think execute it as part of their data strategies. The post What is data mesh and why is it important? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3Je3HMF

Meta says ‘personal boundaries’ on the horizon to avoid virtual groping

A new feature will create a default four-foot distance between avatars in Meta’s VR spaces Horizon Worlds and Venues. The post Meta says ‘personal boundaries’ on the horizon to avoid virtual groping appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3HxhBsE

Who are the founders of Bored Ape Yacht Club?

The founders of the Bored Ape NFT collection have been revealed and are said to be in investment talks with Andreessen Horowitz. The post Who are the founders of Bored Ape Yacht Club? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3owcYrj

Meta fined £1.5m by UK watchdog for breaching competition orders again

The UK’s competition watchdog said Meta failed to inform it of key staff movements as per orders relating to the acquisition of Giphy. The post Meta fined £1.5m by UK watchdog for breaching competition orders again appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3GxlUml

LearnUpon to create 65 new jobs in Ireland as part of hiring spree

The Irish company is hiring 130 people across its Dublin HQ and international locations. The post LearnUpon to create 65 new jobs in Ireland as part of hiring spree appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3AYjex8

ESB CIO on how AI and cloud will change the utilities industry

ESB’s Mary O’Connor discusses the democratisation of the energy industry and how AI and analytics play a role in electricity flows. The post ESB CIO on how AI and cloud will change the utilities industry appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3AVUdmd

Explained: The Austrian data regulator’s issue with Google Analytics

William Fry’s David Cullen and David Kirton look at the Austrian data watchdog’s Google Analytics concerns and what it means. The post Explained: The Austrian data regulator’s issue with Google Analytics appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3IYnDTu

5 tips to help employees return to the workplace

Getting ready to return to the office? Here are a few tips to ease yourself back in and make the transition a little easier. The post 5 tips to help employees return to the workplace appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3J0KjT3

Welltel acquires IT firm ANS to expand further in high-growth markets

The Dublin-headquartered comms company is continuing a 'buy-and-build strategy’ for market expansion and growth. The post Welltel acquires IT firm ANS to expand further in high-growth markets appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3ooxASt

Ireland to host MIT’s Innovators Under 35 Europe event for the first time

The festival is coming to Donegal in May after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The post Ireland to host MIT’s Innovators Under 35 Europe event for the first time appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3L2mPyZ

Newly minted unicorn Productboard to triple its Dublin workforce

Czech unicorn and product management software company Productboard only opened its Dublin office last year. It employs 400 staff globally. The post Newly minted unicorn Productboard to triple its Dublin workforce appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34tqwwP

Irish-founded Sitenna raises $2.1m backed by Y Combinator

A platform that connects mobile operators with sites for 5G deployment, Sitenna has now set its eyes on the US. The post Irish-founded Sitenna raises $2.1m backed by Y Combinator appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/35Jrg1o

Crisis Text Line ends data sharing with AI spin-off following backlash

A recent investigation raised ethical and privacy concerns about sharing data from the texts of vulnerable people. The post Crisis Text Line ends data sharing with AI spin-off following backlash appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3KXFyvv

5 tips to help you in your next cloud computing job interview

Hays’ Christine Wright gives her top tips for tech professionals looking to sell themselves in a cloud computing interview. The post 5 tips to help you in your next cloud computing job interview appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3GnBzop

Ireland needs a ‘dedicated centre’ for climate and biodiversity

Prof Yvonne Buckley believes that there has been a ‘lack of funding’ for biodiversity and environmental research in Ireland. The post Ireland needs a ‘dedicated centre’ for climate and biodiversity appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/345MYMG

Ireland’s National Digital Strategy sets ambitious new targets for 2030

The Digital Ireland Framework sets targets in digital education, broadband coverage, digital services, business and the enforcement of EU regulations. The post Ireland’s National Digital Strategy sets ambitious new targets for 2030 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3AMDVfq

Dott picks up pace with $70m raise to expand e-scooter service

The Amsterdam-based start-up is planning to expand in new cities and countries, and has its eyes set on Irish roads. The post Dott picks up pace with $70m raise to expand e-scooter service appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3GiRapj

SFI centre in Galway looks to the cloud to boost genomics data science

The Centre for Research Training will use a new cloud platform to explore the use of AI and data analytics tools across vast genomics data sets. The post SFI centre in Galway looks to the cloud to boost genomics data science appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/34vbOp6