Subscribe
Subscribe

Q&A: Meta settled its US case. What does it all mean?

Q&A: Meta settled its US case. What does it all mean?

Company denied wrongdoing but agreement could have a wider impact on its business

Thu Aug 27 2026 - 15:56
Jameson whiskey owner reports steep sales slump in two top markets

Jameson whiskey owner reports steep sales slump in two top markets

Pernod Ricard chief executive Alexandre Ricard says US offers little potential over next three years

Thu Aug 27 2026 - 11:44
AI companies are starting to sound desperate, and that’s not a good look

AI companies are starting to sound desperate, and that’s not a good look

The big question is how long companies investing billions in the technology can wait for widespread adoption

Thu Aug 27 2026 - 05:00
Blackspots, bad connections and slow speeds: how to fix your wifi woes

Blackspots, bad connections and slow speeds: how to fix your wifi woes

Five tips to get the most out of your wifi without spending a lot of money

Thu Aug 27 2026 - 05:00
Eir bounces back in second quarter after cost of finance hit profits early in 2026

Eir bounces back in second quarter after cost of finance hit profits early in 2026

Turnover gains come from data services revenues as voice traffic revenue is in decline

Wed Aug 26 2026 - 09:22
More than $250m invested in Irish artificial intelligence firms over first half of 2026

More than $250m invested in Irish artificial intelligence firms over first half of 2026

EY report says there was significant spending in data centre developers and engineering companies

Wed Aug 26 2026 - 05:00
Newcode poised for growth as it raises €11m in funding

Newcode poised for growth as it raises €11m in funding

Company opened its Irish operations in March with a staff of 30

Tue Aug 25 2026 - 15:47
Business journalists’ association targets €750,000 for deserving cause

Business journalists’ association targets €750,000 for deserving cause

Quiz has been running for 23 years

Mon Aug 24 2026 - 18:13
Irish gaming start-up Entity raises €5m in seed funding

Irish gaming start-up Entity raises €5m in seed funding

Company plans new web-based gaming platform

Mon Aug 24 2026 - 17:46
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: €2,000 will fulfil your need for a folding smartphone

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: €2,000 will fulfil your need for a folding smartphone

As far as upgrades go, there are only minor differences between last year’s Pixel Fold Pro 10 and this new version

Sat Aug 22 2026 - 06:00
Irish shares rise on Friday but still behind on the week

Irish shares rise on Friday but still behind on the week

European shares extend losses for second straight week

Fri Aug 21 2026 - 17:55
New campaign aims to ban smart glasses

New campaign aims to ban smart glasses

Stop Smart Glasses is targeting the mass-market sale and promotion of the devices

Fri Aug 21 2026 - 17:13
Ireland’s second-hand housing market under pressure as properties for sale drop

Ireland’s second-hand housing market under pressure as properties for sale drop

People seeking homes at more affordable end of market more dramatically impacted, Sherry FitzGerald says

Thu Aug 20 2026 - 11:30
‘Students prefer to work with books’: Is classroom tech worth it?

‘Students prefer to work with books’: Is classroom tech worth it?

Despite cost, an increasing number of schools are turning to individual iPads for students

Thu Aug 20 2026 - 05:00
Been caught out by a text scam? You aren’t alone

Been caught out by a text scam? You aren’t alone

There are steps you can take to protect yourself and reduce the risk of falling prey to a scammer

Wed Aug 19 2026 - 17:37
Gardaí start specialist training in UK for high-risk vehicle pursuits

Gardaí start specialist training in UK for high-risk vehicle pursuits

Offenders on roads aware that gardaí will not pursue if they travel the wrong way down a major roadway

Wed Aug 19 2026 - 06:00
Apple introduces App Store changes

Apple introduces App Store changes

Tech giant making changes to fall in line with EU regulations

Wed Aug 19 2026 - 06:00
TikTok ‘monitoring’ M9 crash content and defends record on removing harmful posts

TikTok ‘monitoring’ M9 crash content and defends record on removing harmful posts

Media regulator Coimisiún na Meán has contacted the social media company over its handling of dangerous driving footage

Tue Aug 18 2026 - 15:35
Kainos sees momentum as business continues to grow

Kainos sees momentum as business continues to grow

Company expects to beat expectations for current financial year

Tue Aug 18 2026 - 08:48
Exponent invests in Irish firm OFS in €70m deal

Exponent invests in Irish firm OFS in €70m deal

Investment understood to be worth €70m

Tue Aug 18 2026 - 00:01
Markets slip as oil prices rise amid tense US-Iran talks

Markets slip as oil prices rise amid tense US-Iran talks

The Irish market ended the week in the red, while both Brent crude futures and US oil prices climbed

Fri Aug 14 2026 - 19:35
Invoice financing advanced to companies declines in first quarter

Invoice financing advanced to companies declines in first quarter

BPFI figures show €1.3bn was advanced to businesses in the first quarter of the year

Fri Aug 14 2026 - 05:00
Profit rises at Three Ireland as customer numbers build

Profit rises at Three Ireland as customer numbers build

Company now has almost half of the Irish mobile market

Thu Aug 13 2026 - 09:43
OneSonic Megamaus 2 review: Irish speaker putting in a mighty performance

OneSonic Megamaus 2 review: Irish speaker putting in a mighty performance

My favourite thing is the simplicity as OneSonic has kept the tech to the essentials

Thu Aug 13 2026 - 06:00
Women continue to bear the brunt of bad tech decisions

Women continue to bear the brunt of bad tech decisions

Meta’s smart glasses are just the latest example of technology being used in ways developers should have anticipated

Thu Aug 13 2026 - 05:00
Google unveils AI-enhanced Pixel 11 phones and new wearables

Google unveils AI-enhanced Pixel 11 phones and new wearables

Company looks to win over consumers to its devices by touting the benefits of the advanced technology

Wed Aug 12 2026 - 17:46
How to capture the solar eclipse – without frying your phone

How to capture the solar eclipse – without frying your phone

Pointing a camera directly at the sun for any length of time is generally considered a bad idea

Wed Aug 12 2026 - 09:15
Tirlán accused of ‘sabotaging’ butter exports and was it easier to buy homes 20 years ago?

Tirlán accused of ‘sabotaging’ butter exports and was it easier to buy homes 20 years ago?

Business Today: The best news, analysis and comment from The Irish Times business desk

Wed Aug 12 2026 - 06:53
HLB acquires Galway accounting firm and plans to add 150 staff over next three years

HLB acquires Galway accounting firm and plans to add 150 staff over next three years

Firm buys OMB Chartered Accountants in Galway

Tue Aug 11 2026 - 14:34
Exponent extends investment in Limerick-based H&MV, valuing business at €1.4bn

Exponent extends investment in Limerick-based H&MV, valuing business at €1.4bn

New investment, made via €750m continuation fund, will see company add 1,100 jobs in coming years

Tue Aug 11 2026 - 10:21
Cairn Homes appoints former IIP chief Pat Farrell as non-executive director

Cairn Homes appoints former IIP chief Pat Farrell as non-executive director

Former IIP chief executive’s appointment is effective from October 1st

Tue Aug 11 2026 - 08:00
European benchmark index closes on a record high

European benchmark index closes on a record high

Positive run of corporate results and growing hopes for some resolution to Strait of Hormuz stalemate cheer markets

Fri Aug 07 2026 - 18:55
Weight-loss drugs prove ‘tailwind’ for Glanbia

Weight-loss drugs prove ‘tailwind’ for Glanbia

Kilkenny-based nutrition group reports major jump in earnings

Thu Aug 06 2026 - 14:42
Avolon sets up new short-term debt programme

Avolon sets up new short-term debt programme

Commercial paper programme could issue up to $1.5bn

Thu Aug 06 2026 - 08:36
Laptops: what you need to know before buying

Laptops: what you need to know before buying

Speed, memory, size and weight will all be factors you need to take into account and all have an impact on your budget

Thu Aug 06 2026 - 05:30
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 review: Is this the foldable phone you have been waiting for?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 review: Is this the foldable phone you have been waiting for?

Perfect balance between space of regular Fold mobile phones and compact nature of Flip ones

Sat Aug 01 2026 - 06:00
Tech company Tines takes on ‘vibe coding’ with new platform

Tech company Tines takes on ‘vibe coding’ with new platform

Company helps clients create software with AI

Tue Jul 28 2026 - 14:05
Google’s chatty new home speaker with built-in Gemini AI for €99

Google’s chatty new home speaker with built-in Gemini AI for €99

Google’s AI bot Gemini is built into the home speaker offering

Sat Jul 25 2026 - 06:00
European shares rise on back of corporate earnings

European shares rise on back of corporate earnings

Irish market ends week on a high note

Fri Jul 24 2026 - 18:35
Entegro to add 100 jobs within three years

Entegro to add 100 jobs within three years

Company to focus on renewables sector

Thu Jul 23 2026 - 17:04
Bord Gáis Energy sees small earnings rise amid difficult market

Bord Gáis Energy sees small earnings rise amid difficult market

Parent group Centrica plans job cuts

Thu Jul 23 2026 - 13:05
Smart technology to help you make the most of your garden this summer

Smart technology to help you make the most of your garden this summer

From watering systems to robot mowers, smart lighting and camera feeds, there is a wide range of tech to enhance your garden spaces

Thu Jul 23 2026 - 05:51
Samsung doubles down on folding phones and AI ahead of smart glasses launch

Samsung doubles down on folding phones and AI ahead of smart glasses launch

Moves come ahead of expected Apple move into foldables

Wed Jul 22 2026 - 15:57
Stripe tees up deal with Ryder Cup for Adare Manor and Hazeltine events

Stripe tees up deal with Ryder Cup for Adare Manor and Hazeltine events

Stripe will provide payments for online ticketing and for food, beverages and merchandise on site at the events

Wed Jul 22 2026 - 11:00
Google operations add €10bn to Irish economy, research finds

Google operations add €10bn to Irish economy, research finds

Company unveils latest building in Dublin, The Bakery, and says AI will ‘transform’ rather than threaten jobs

Wed Jul 22 2026 - 05:01
‘Super passport’ would drive growth for Irish companies, study finds

‘Super passport’ would drive growth for Irish companies, study finds

So-called 28th regime would allow companies to operate across all EU member states under a common set of rules

Wed Jul 22 2026 - 00:01
How will the Government’s Digital Wallet work?

How will the Government’s Digital Wallet work?

Following a pilot period with up to 10,000 users, the Digital Wallet could eventually store your driving licence, passport and birth cert

Mon Jul 20 2026 - 06:00
Looking for an e-reader that isn’t Kindle? Here’s an alternative from the ‘Amazon of Japan’

Looking for an e-reader that isn’t Kindle? Here’s an alternative from the ‘Amazon of Japan’

The Kobo Libra Colour has 32GB of storage, which can hold about 24,000 ebooks, 150 audio books or a mix of the two

Sat Jul 18 2026 - 06:00
Indexes plunge as heavyweight chip stocks tumble

Indexes plunge as heavyweight chip stocks tumble

Investors reduce bets on artificial intelligence

Fri Jul 17 2026 - 18:43
Meta to alert parents if teens ask AI chat bots about suicide or self-harm

Meta to alert parents if teens ask AI chat bots about suicide or self-harm

Parents to be alerted when topics such as self-harm and suicide are raised

Thu Jul 16 2026 - 17:38
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • …
  • 200
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12
  • 13
  • 14
  • 15
  • 16
  • 17
  • 18
  • 19
  • 20
  • 21
  • 22
  • 23
  • 24
  • 25
  • 26
  • 27
  • 28
  • 29
  • 30
  • 31
  • 32
  • 33
  • 34
  • 35
  • 36
  • 37
  • 38
  • 39
  • 40
  • 41
  • 42
  • 43
  • 44
  • 45
  • 46
  • 47
  • 48
  • 49
  • 50
  • 51
  • 52
  • 53
  • 54
  • 55
  • 56
  • 57
  • 58
  • 59
  • 60
  • 61
  • 62
  • 63
  • 64
  • 65
  • 66
  • 67
  • 68
  • 69
  • 70
  • 71
  • 72
  • 73
  • 74
  • 75
  • 76
  • 77
  • 78
  • 79
  • 80
  • 81
  • 82
  • 83
  • 84
  • 85
  • 86
  • 87
  • 88
  • 89
  • 90
  • 91
  • 92
  • 93
  • 94
  • 95
  • 96
  • 97
  • 98
  • 99
  • 100
  • 101
  • 102
  • 103
  • 104
  • 105
  • 106
  • 107
  • 108
  • 109
  • 110
  • 111
  • 112
  • 113
  • 114
  • 115
  • 116
  • 117
  • 118
  • 119
  • 120
  • 121
  • 122
  • 123
  • 124
  • 125
  • 126
  • 127
  • 128
  • 129
  • 130
  • 131
  • 132
  • 133
  • 134
  • 135
  • 136
  • 137
  • 138
  • 139
  • 140
  • 141
  • 142
  • 143
  • 144
  • 145
  • 146
  • 147
  • 148
  • 149
  • 150
  • 151
  • 152
  • 153
  • 154
  • 155
  • 156
  • 157
  • 158
  • 159
  • 160
  • 161
  • 162
  • 163
  • 164
  • 165
  • 166
  • 167
  • 168
  • 169
  • 170
  • 171
  • 172
  • 173
  • 174
  • 175
  • 176
  • 177
  • 178
  • 179
  • 180
  • 181
  • 182
  • 183
  • 184
  • 185
  • 186
  • 187
  • 188
  • 189
  • 190
  • 191
  • 192
  • 193
  • 194
  • 195
  • 196
  • 197
  • 198
  • 199

Download The Irish Times iOS App from the App StoreOpens in new windowGet The Irish Times App on the Google Play StoreOpens in new window
  • Why Subscribe?
  • Subscription Bundles
  • Subscriber Rewards
  • Student Subscription
  • Subscription Help CentreOpens in new window
  • Home DeliveryOpens in new window
  • Gift Subscriptions
  • Contact Us
  • Help CentreOpens in new window
  • My Account
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
  • The Irish Times Trust
  • Careers
  • Share a confidential tip
  • ePaper
  • Crosswords & puzzles
  • Newspaper Archive
  • Newsletters
  • Article IndexOpens in new window
  • Discount CodesOpens in new window
MyHome.ieOpens in new windowThe GlossOpens in new windowRecruit IrelandOpens in new windowRIP.ieOpens in new window
The Irish Times
Irish Times on WhatsAppIrish Times on FacebookIrish Times on XIrish Times on LinkedInIrish Times on Instagram
Terms & Conditions
Privacy Policy
Cookie Information
Cookie Settings
Community Standards
Copyright

© 2026 The Irish Times DAC