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The sister brand of Zai plans to double the number of currencies it offers this year, as the financial group plans further expansion. The post Irish fintech CurrencyFair expands its money transfer services to the US appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3krzTBS

Analysts have speculated that Twitter may have wanted to finalise the acquisition deal with Elon Musk before publishing its mixed first quarter report. The post Twitter users rise while revenue falls short last quarter appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3MBrdVt

Pixy is the new Snapchat drone camera that can follow users around and take videos without needing a controller. The post Snapchat’s new Pixy drone takes the camera to new heights appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/39rk5Na

Shares for both companies have dropped as they forecast issues ahead due to the ongoing chip shortage and supply chain issues in China. The post Apple and Intel give gloomy 2022 outlook amid supply chain crunches appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3vshuuV

The e-commerce giant suffered its first quarterly loss since 2015 but its AWS cloud division saw revenue grow by 37pc. The post Amazon sales slow following pandemic surge appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3vUFUfp

PwC Ireland said the country has seen a rise in cybercrime since the onset of the pandemic, particularly phishing and ransomware attacks. The post Cybercrime now leads the way in global financial fraud, finds report appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3F0SAFN

The Digital Accessibility Index found that Ireland’s top five grocery retail websites were classified as inaccessible based on an EU directive. The post 72pc of Irish companies do not have accessible websites, report finds appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3Kq8sTk

Prof Barry O'Sullivan is the first academic based at an Irish university to be elected as a fellow of the AAAI. The post UCC’s Prof Barry O’Sullivan elected fellow of prestigious global AI body appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/37P753p

Developers have until 20 July to fill in a new data safety section for their apps, as Google Play looks to be more transparent with users. The post Google Play apps will now come with Apple-like data privacy labels appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3xVZ7Qy

Only 26pc of Irish execs anticipate that the metaverse will have a ‘breakthrough’ impact in the coming years, according to Accenture's latest Technology Vision report. The post Irish businesses are embracing new tech – but unsure about the metaverse appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/37Messp

A machine learning method helped a robot pick up objects it had never encountered, while being ready for a new task within 10 to 15 minutes. The post MIT researchers find a simpler way to teach robots new skills appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3y5cBcK

Stripe's head of climate said the company wants to send a signal to entrepreneurs, researchers and investors that there is a market for permanent carbon removal technology. The post Stripe launches $925m initiative to boost carbon removal market appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3KCWGG2

Led by NUI Galway, the project has developed an open-source platform that collects real-time, pandemic-relevant data from multiple sources. The post Irish-led project launches data platform to boost EU’s pandemic response appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3vbF9hP

To be hosted for the first time in Ireland this May, the annual MIT festival brings together Europe’s best young tech minds. The post 7 innovators shortlisted in the MIT Under 35 Europe festival in Ireland appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3xkMM8g

Dell Technologies Ireland’s George Maybury discusses the critical role of cybersecurity in delivering public services such as healthcare. The post Cyber resilience is ‘a lifeline’ for digital public services appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3KJyXE8

Kildare woman Siobhán Curtin has been with eBay for more than 17 years. She has helped oversee the company's transition to remote working. The post eBay Ireland appoints company veteran Siobhán Curtin as new site lead appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/37EUPSs

The Powder Handling for Pharmaceutical Manufacturing course enables learners to get the basics of powder handling using a custom designed VR platform. The post TU Dublin and Skillnet to run course in pharma manufacturing through VR appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/38HoBH0

We all need to have some level of familiarity with cybersecurity. Doing a course can be a great way to upskill – no matter what level you're at. The post 8 courses to help you upskill in cybersecurity appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3772R6U

Start-ups in the micromobility scene will have to wait for legal clarity on e-scooters as the Government delays long-awaited legislation. The post E-scooter regulations won’t be in place in Ireland until 2023 appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3uoEqKQ

PAC recently criticised the National Broadband Plan’s lack of progress and said it ‘does not represent value for money to the taxpayer’. The post Is the National Broadband Plan on track to hit its 2022 targets? appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3ujVIcf

Integer's CEO said the acquisition is part of its strategy to expand its presence in high-growth markets and will add 'highly differentiated implant technology' to its portfolio. The post Galway medtech acquired by US company Integer for €120m appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3JlB5AO

The seed funding round led by DBIC Ventures will support the company’s growth plans, including the creation of 30 new jobs in the next two years. The post Clarity CX1 raises €1.6m in funding to grow its team appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3DPXyoo

Microsoft Ireland's report on Irish workers’ attitudes to hybrid work and workplace culture found that almost 40pc of workers are considering leaving their jobs in 2022 due to workplace culture. The post 31pc of Irish hybrid workers struggle to disconnect from work, report appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3r7hdL9

ActionPoint’s David Jeffreys discusses consolidation in Irish IT, why Covid has driven a new appetite for tech, and how a college friend became a company co-founder. The post ‘In Ireland’s IT sector, you either need to be niche or have a breadth of capabilities’ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/35PKyT3

The Irish start-up aims to create new features and extend marketplace partnerships globally to meet increasing customer demand. The post Cork-based payment platform Trustap raises $3.4m in seed funding appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3rakvgK

The company is set to double its Cork workforce over the next six months as it expands its fraud and compliance hub. The post Fintech company Remitly creates 120 jobs in Cork appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3LKqCjR

The Google Startup School will host a series of free virtual classes to help Irish founders upskill and boost their business. The post Google is offering classes to give Irish start-up founders an edge appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3J9ipEc

The start-up – backed by the Stripe founders John and Patrick Collison – has also hired a new leader for the region, along with announcing new European investors and advisors. The post Collison-backed Watershed expands into Europe with new London co-HQ appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3xddM9I

Signify Health's CTO said Murphy is ‘uniquely qualified’ to lead the new Galway site and turn it into a ‘technology centre of excellence’. The post Signify Health appoints Elaine Murphy as site lead for Galway tech hub appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3NOLecD

The social media company tweeted the news, saying it has been working on the feature since last year. The post Twitter confirms it’s working on an edit button appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3DKyAqq

With more full-time remote opportunities than ever, Hays’ Mark Staniland asks employees to think about a few factors before making the switch. The post 9 things to consider if you want to work remotely all the time appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3u8XX1T

While studying the acoustic properties of spider silk, a team stumbled upon an interesting discovery: spiders can hear without ears. The post Spiders can use their webs to hear sounds, study finds appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/37kKTgP

The company's CEO said the new manufacturing and packaging facility will position EirGen for 'sustained growth' over the next 10 years. The post EirGen Pharma to expand Waterford operations with €12m investment appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3DGNHB0

The company, which specialises in smart network control systems, is hiring computer engineers from various backgrounds at its new Cork office. The post US tech company NS1 to create 30 jobs in Cork appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/36ZkVjb

The TU will work with Teagasc, the Central Statistics Office and NUI Galway on the project which will use a prototype system to help monitor the bioeconomy's carbon footprint. The post Munster TU to lead €1m project to help Irish bioeconomy go low carbon appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3xakVI5

Prof Ruth Byrne and Prof Jennifer McElwain's contributions to science have been celebrated by the Royal Irish Academy. The post Royal Irish Academy awards gold medals to two Trinity researchers appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3u9DL02

The tech entrepreneur recently criticised Twitter for ‘failing to adhere to free speech principles’ and asked followers whether a new social media platform was needed. The post Elon Musk is now one of Twitter’s biggest shareholders appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3iZycuG

A new fellowship programme will give 27 researchers experience in industry while providing companies with fresh expertise in areas from VR to medtech. The post New grants link Irish researchers with companies to tackle industry issues appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3u5d6kG

The invasion of Ukraine and subsequent sanctions on Russia have already had knock-on effects for NASA’s ExoMars mission. The post Russia to suspend ISS cooperation until sanctions are lifted appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3NNEvzJ

Galway medtech Tympany Medical is drumming up interest for its innovative endoscope design. The post Tympany Medical: Human-centred design for medical devices appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/38qEEc6

The project is being supported with an initial €150m investment, with the goal to create a ‘full’ digital replica of the Earth by 2030. The post EU to develop a digital twin of Earth to better predict climate impact appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/35vaXFA

Pepper Advantage plans to invest in a new cloud-based data analytics platform and is hiring for tech roles in Ireland, according to Orla McCarthy, its head of HR in Ireland. The post Rebranded financial services firm seeks Irish tech talent for expansion plan appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3x0Zqcr

The discovery could help scientists see the genetic contributions to diseases and use the genome sequences as a routine part of clinical care in the future. The post Scientists generate the first complete, ‘gapless’ human genome sequence appeared first on Silicon Republic. https://bit.ly/3DwG54b