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Hamburg-based Heyflow raises $16m for no-code AI platform

Some of the companies that use Heyflow's platform to improve conversion rates include Rocket Mortgage, Adecco, Crédit Agricole and BCG Digital Ventures. Read more: Hamburg-based Heyflow raises $16m for no-code AI platform https://bit.ly/3IDfndH

A Crew is forming to boost Ireland’s creative tech sector

Costello discusses the objectives of Crew, the career journey that led her to this leadership position and the goal of building a community for creative tech entrepreneurs in the west of Ireland. Read more: A Crew is forming to boost Ireland’s creative tech sector https://bit.ly/3IdVtpn

Stripe valuation surges to $65bn as IPO speculation grows

CFO Steffan Tomlinson said that Stripe continues to see ‘strong momentum’ with a range of companies, from new start-ups to established multinationals. Read more: Stripe valuation surges to $65bn as IPO speculation grows https://bit.ly/3wxvS8j

Infineon to create more than 100 engineering jobs in Dublin and Cork

Headquartered in Munich, Infineon is the largest semiconductor manufacturer in Germany. Now, the company wants to expand its R&D presence in Ireland focusing on the automotive industry. Read more: Infineon to create more than 100 engineering jobs in Dublin and Cork https://bit.ly/49x6jm6

Waterford engineering firm Suir to create 200 jobs after strong 2023

Founded in Kilkenny in 1984, Suir Engineering was acquired by private equity group Duke Street in 2022. Read more: Waterford engineering firm Suir to create 200 jobs after strong 2023 https://bit.ly/3P01IAU

38 projects score SFI funding to boost STEM diversity

The projects stem from various Irish institutions and are designed to broaden participation in STEM across Ireland. Read more: 38 projects score SFI funding to boost STEM diversity https://bit.ly/3TebH8e

Could the future of AI lie in immersive reality?

University of Limerick’s Dr Mairtín Cunneen examines the opportunities emerging from AI and the potential of immersive and virtual worlds. Read more: Could the future of AI lie in immersive reality? https://bit.ly/3SXvBTl

Canada shares stricter rules to stop harmful content online

Canada's proposed Online Harms Act would require online platforms to remove harmful content within 24 hours, though some elements of Canada's government claim it could be used for censorship. Read more: Canada shares stricter rules to stop harmful content online https://bit.ly/3OVf6Gr

IT.ie to create 30 new jobs across Dublin, Cork and Galway

New roles will be in the areas of cybersecurity, business development, helpdesk support and sales, and will be based at IT.ie’s offices in Dublin, Cork and Galway. Read more: IT.ie to create 30 new jobs across Dublin, Cork and Galway https://bit.ly/3wEnuDI

Dublin-based Halo raises $20m to advance bodycam tech

The latest investment from Volition Capital will advance Halo’s hardware and software platform and help bring new AI and analytics features to the growing market. Read more: Dublin-based Halo raises $20m to advance bodycam tech https://bit.ly/4bUQc3k

Microsoft looks beyond OpenAI with latest Mistral AI deal

Mistral – which was only launched in May last year – hit unicorn status in December after securing €385m. Now, it has unveiled its most advanced LLM yet. Read more: Microsoft looks beyond OpenAI with latest Mistral AI deal https://bit.ly/3Tfk4PN

Google to invest €25m in the EU to develop AI skills

Matt Brittin, EMEA president at Google, said the funding follows a similar initiative that has helped people in Europe digitally upskill. Read more: Google to invest €25m in the EU to develop AI skills https://bit.ly/3OGw8bj

Irish-led Synlogic to cease operations after ending drug trial

The company is cutting 90pc of its workforce after an internal review found that its PKU trial was 'unlikely to meet its primary endpoint'. Read more: Irish-led Synlogic to cease operations after ending drug trial https://bit.ly/48ecpXj

Lua Health: An AI platform to make work a little less stressful

Founded by experts in psychology, artificial intelligence and data analytics, Lua Health is leading a ‘proactive revolution’ in improving wellbeing at the workplace. Read more: Lua Health: An AI platform to make work a little less stressful https://bit.ly/48ec6f7

Bill McCluggage: The tools to combat AI-powered cybercrime already exist

Former Irish Government CIO and UK government deputy CIO Bill McCluggage has cybercrime and counter fraud in his sights. He spoke to Ann O’Dea. Read more: Bill McCluggage: The tools to combat AI-powered cybercrime already exist https://bit.ly/3OFGg3T

Irishman Kevin O’Reilly appointed president of Beckman Coulter

A former executive at Varian Medical Systems, O’Reilly is an electrical engineer by background and has more than 30 years' experience in the healthcare industry. Read more: Irishman Kevin O’Reilly appointed president of Beckman Coulter https://bit.ly/3SSpcdz

Stockholm AI start-up Xensam raises $40m for US expansion

Founded in 2016 by brothers Oskar and Gustav Fösker, Xensam has its eyes on US and European expansion. Read more: Stockholm AI start-up Xensam raises $40m for US expansion https://bit.ly/3userVQ

LastPass warns of imposter app in Apple’s App Store

The password manager said the fraudulent app attempts to copy the company’s branding and user interface in order to trick users. Read more: LastPass warns of imposter app in Apple’s App Store https://bit.ly/3UFGoEx

Why companies need to take a holistic approach to security

Workday’s Clare Hickie discusses her role as CTO for the EMEA region, the shift towards a skills-based economy and the company’s commitment to sustainability. Read more: Why companies need to take a holistic approach to security https://bit.ly/4bukmKO

Ireland’s ‘Davos for Deep Tech’ takes place in Cork

Teams from across the island that took part are developing novel technologies in communications, photonics, AI and early childhood learning. Read more: Ireland’s ‘Davos for Deep Tech’ takes place in Cork https://bit.ly/4bvgV6w

Greenvolt and Enerpower to create 100 jobs in renewables

Greenvolt Group purchased a majority stake in Enerpower last year and this plan is part of the business' European renewables expansion strategy. Read more: Greenvolt and Enerpower to create 100 jobs in renewables https://bit.ly/3w6NtUm

Volt Typhoon: US agencies warn against China-backed hackers

The agencies said Volt Typhoon's choice of targets and pattern of behaviour is ‘not consistent’ with traditional cyber espionage or intelligence gathering operations. Read more: Volt Typhoon: US agencies warn against China-backed hackers https://bit.ly/3UyIkOV

Ransomware had a ‘watershed’ 2023 after crossing record $1bn

The most prominent ransomware attacks carried out last year related to the ubiquitous Moveit file transfer software, which helped criminals reach the milestone. Read more: Ransomware had a ‘watershed’ 2023 after crossing record $1bn https://bit.ly/48XLVdL

‘Forget soup on paintings, we need cheaper clean energy’

EpiSensor CEO Brendan Carroll discusses the dramatic changes in the green energy market, predictions for future tech trends and the challenges of starting and leading a business. Read more: ‘Forget soup on paintings, we need cheaper clean energy’ https://bit.ly/4bxsBpe

6 tips for workers hoping to make positive changes

Whether you want to make a career switch or you’re simply hoping to acquire some better work habits, these nuggets of wisdom should help you out. Read more: 6 tips for workers hoping to make positive changes https://bit.ly/3UvObV4

Cool Planet to double its workforce, creating 150 new jobs

Cool Planet will be recruiting all across Ireland, for positions in engineering, sales, grid services, project management and more. Read more: Cool Planet to double its workforce, creating 150 new jobs https://bit.ly/3SPisgs

Fake calls using AI voice of Biden used to discourage US voters

Following an investigation, authorities identified Texas-based Life Corporation and an individual named Walter Monk as responsible for the calls made last month. Read more: Fake calls using AI voice of Biden used to discourage US voters https://bit.ly/3w8vm0e

OpenAI to watermark AI images in metadata. But is it enough?

While the Microsoft-backed start-up hopes the latest move will establish AI ‘provenance’, the metadata associated with an image is incredibly easy to remove. Read more: OpenAI to watermark AI images in metadata. But is it enough? https://bit.ly/3UsAdn7

How this country lead forged a career in biopharma

Sinéad Bailey discusses her new role at Bristol Myers Squibb and the biggest challenges and surprises of a career in biopharma. Read more: How this country lead forged a career in biopharma https://bit.ly/42vswOO

Examfly scores €1.5m seed funding and expands to the UK

Clients of the start-up founded by Deirdre Lyons include big names in professional services from Deloitte and EY to Grant Thornton and, most recently, PwC. Read more: Examfly scores €1.5m seed funding and expands to the UK https://bit.ly/3HPtKej

UK commits more than £100m for AI research and regulation

The investment comes as EU countries officially came to an agreement on some details of the AI Act last week. Read more: UK commits more than £100m for AI research and regulation https://bit.ly/42BngcI

Snapchat parent snips 10pc of global workforce

A statement from Snap says the job cuts will reduce hierarchy and promote in-person collaboration. Read more: Snapchat parent snips 10pc of global workforce https://bit.ly/3SvhxQN

Humanloop: Providing picks and shovels for the AI gold rush

After studying pure maths at Trinity, machine learning expert Peter Hayes decided that it was time to move to London, go ‘deeper’ into AI and start his own company. Read more: Humanloop: Providing picks and shovels for the AI gold rush https://bit.ly/3ufuYwr

Tackling healthcare myths one question at a time

If you’ve ever wondered whether sparkling water damages your teeth or if sitting too close to the TV will damage your eyes, now you have a website to ask an expert. Dr Paula Byrne tells us about iHeathFacts.ie and her quest to provide clarity in a world of health misinformation. Read more: Tackling healthcare myths one question at a time https://bit.ly/3Sujcq3

Why data aggregation laws could be the answer to Big Tech dominance

Professors Karl Schmedders, José Parra-Moyano and Michael Wade from the International Institute for Management Development discuss data regulation in the age of AI. Read more: Why data aggregation laws could be the answer to Big Tech dominance https://bit.ly/494qKqs

Top tips for outsourcing software development

Zartis engineer Phil Thomas explains how to avoid the pitfalls of outsourcing to boost your org’s productivity and innovation. Read more: Top tips for outsourcing software development https://bit.ly/3SMNjtS

EU and Canada outline new digital partnership goals

According to the new partnership, the EU and Canada will collaborate on addressing issues in areas such as AI, quantum and semiconductors. Read more: EU and Canada outline new digital partnership goals https://bit.ly/49kk2w9

How to improve your memory, backed by science

How good is your memory? Have you got total recall when it comes to your colleague’s dogs’ names and medical ailments, but struggle to remember that the same colleague needed your input on a very important project, like, yesterday? Read more: How to improve your memory, backed by science https://bit.ly/49hqLaj

ImageFX: Google’s latest image creator is here to take on Dall-E

One way in which Google says its latest image generator is unique is that it allows users to experiment with ‘adjacent dimensions’ of images created by the AI tool. Read more: ImageFX: Google’s latest image creator is here to take on Dall-E https://bit.ly/3ufiTY3

Apple posts record services sales ahead of Vision Pro launch

But not all was good news for the world’s biggest company, as sales in one of its key markets, China, dropped significantly in the latest fiscal quarter. Read more: Apple posts record services sales ahead of Vision Pro launch https://bit.ly/489dXC0

The evolving challenge of complexity in cybersecurity

DataSolutions' Francis O'Haire discusses his role as group CTO and the growing importance of adopting modern zero-trust security approaches. Read more: The evolving challenge of complexity in cybersecurity https://bit.ly/494HLB2

Can AI have your attention please?

AI researcher Dr Polat Goktas says 2024 is a ‘crucial moment’ to leverage AI innovation to enhance human potential, productivity and creativity. Read more: Can AI have your attention please? https://bit.ly/3Sf43IM

Shopify unveils AI editor to enhance product images

The idea behind the new media editor tool unveiled yesterday is to help small sellers compete with bigger, more resourceful ones using artificial intelligence. Read more: Shopify unveils AI editor to enhance product images https://bit.ly/3SeKlNu

Moonsyst and PitSeal win AgTechUCD 2024 accelerator

Moonsyst has developed an ingestible device to monitor cattle health, while PitSeal has created an eco-friendly biofilm spray for silage pits. Read more: Moonsyst and PitSeal win AgTechUCD 2024 accelerator https://bit.ly/49cnXLs

Irish medtech gets key FDA designation for its bone glue

The PBC Biomed affiliate company has developed an injectable bone filler to fix joint fractures or defects. Read more: Irish medtech gets key FDA designation for its bone glue https://bit.ly/4bhaMuH

John Delves becomes UCD Professional Academy CEO

Delves brings a wealth of commercial experience to the new role, as he held various leadership positions in Digicel for 10 years and was also the MD of Magnet Plus. Read more: John Delves becomes UCD Professional Academy CEO https://bit.ly/49krxU3