Our inner idiots unwittingly feed AI models for freeOnline fads such as sharing photos of yourself from 2016 and 2026 are goldmines for training AI systems, yet we keep doing themThu Feb 19 2026 - 05:30
Clear messaging from the top required for successful artificial intelligence transitionCommunication that removes friction and uncertainty among staff makes for a smooth deployment Thu Feb 19 2026 - 05:00
The past two years were about AI experimenting – in 2026 we will see real change in actionFew, if any, sectors will escape changes to how business is conducted in the year to comeThu Feb 19 2026 - 05:00
People power: For change to work, it’s essential to bring your teams with youCommunicating a compelling case for change, and taking things at a pace people can absorb will engage employees in transformation programmes Thu Feb 19 2026 - 05:00
EU’s push for digital IDs won’t reduce harmful behaviour online Any system brought in to verify identification will be hackedThu Feb 05 2026 - 05:44
Net zero by 2050 may be ambitious but it is technically possibleSustainable aviation fuel and new aircraft technology are redefining flight – and Ireland’s leasing sector is helping to drive the transitionWed Jan 28 2026 - 05:00
Replicant rock: How AI-generated pop stars are killing musicNobody knows if Sienna Rose is a real artist, and that’s a big problemThu Jan 22 2026 - 05:15
Time to move on? Early planning turns an exit from a reaction into a strategic choiceExiting a business requires careful succession planning and understanding of tax implicationsThu Jan 22 2026 - 05:00
Simply being an AI company will no longer be a differentiator for start-ups in 2026 Funding and securing top talent will remain key challenges for start-ups and international expansion needs to be a focus from the offThu Jan 08 2026 - 06:00
Capacity constraints the big challenge for AI as we head into 2026Looking too far into the future can make fools of us, but data-centre power shortfall and social media regulatory wrangles lie aheadThu Jan 08 2026 - 05:00
Artificial intelligence to be at the heart of innovation in coming year‘After a year of cautious pilots, 2026 will see the Irish public sector accelerate AI adoption, with healthcare at the forefront’Fri Jan 02 2026 - 05:00
Hard thinking required to get the best out of a blended workforce AI’s rise is transforming career paths and challenging managers to blend human insight with machine efficiency in a reimagined world of workFri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
Talent shortage deepens as workers demand more than pay packageWith candidates seeking clarity, flexibility and wellbeing supports, employers must rethink how they build and communicate benefits packages in a tight labour marketFri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
Onwards isn’t always upwards in today’s career journey Modern careers can progress in all directions, with lateral moves, internal mobility and upskilling redefining how workers growFri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
The demise of the Roomba robot vacuum cleaner is a tale the Venetians know wellRecognising a market opportunity isn’t enough, political insulation is now a necessity for companies taking risksThu Dec 18 2025 - 06:00
Positive outlook persists for Ireland’s economy but there are vulnerabilitiesLabour, capital and productivity have been driving growth, while housing and infrastructure remain sticking pointsThu Dec 18 2025 - 05:00
Ireland sharpens its pitch for a stake in the next wave of global techThe State is drawing on a mature research ecosystem to position itself as a leader in cleantech, AI and quantum, but facing talent and coordination challengesThu Dec 18 2025 - 05:00
Looking for a thoughtful present? Consider a gift that could make a real differenceFrom simple donations, to farm animals that can provide a livelihood, charities offer many options for giving with meaningSat Dec 06 2025 - 05:00
Thinking of a Christmas fundraiser? Here’s what you need to knowFrom choosing transparent platforms to knowing the rules around raffles, fundraising requires a little preparationSat Dec 06 2025 - 05:00
Forget Furby: The hidden dangers in smart toys under the Christmas tree People thought Furbys were spying on them, but today’s AI-powered toys may not be all that innocentThu Dec 04 2025 - 06:00
Irish sports-tech firms leading global growth in AI and innovationIrish sports tech companies are driving global innovation in AI, athlete performance, and fan engagement—transforming how sport is played, watched, and monetisedWed Dec 03 2025 - 05:00
Effective defence against cyber threats means combing machine precision and human judgmentIn the AI era, innovation and security must move in lockstep. Businesses can’t afford to choose between the twoThu Nov 27 2025 - 06:05
Compass offers opportunity to set a clear direction for R&D incentivesAn innovation tax credit aimed at activities that enable and support Ireland’s strong R&D base could bring investment benefitsThu Nov 27 2025 - 06:02
Time to take off the stabilisers and see what AI can really doWhile high-tech and maths-heavy sectors naturally hold an immediate attraction for AI implementation, it’s not just those industries that are embracing itThu Nov 27 2025 - 06:00
The energy to power a rapidly electrifying economyIreland’s challenge is no longer simply keeping the lights on but upgrading its electricity infrastructure in a way that balances growth with energy securityThu Nov 27 2025 - 06:00
Simply the vest: How Ireland became a centre for cutting-edge sports techWhen Troy Parrott celebrated his winner against Hungary, he showcased a GPD vest made by Newry-based STATsportsThu Nov 20 2025 - 06:00
The $20,000 AI robot butler with the dexterity of Bosco - and that’s with a human guiding itCalifornia-based 1X Technologies is accepting pre-orders for its Neo home robot and wants to use your home to train itThu Nov 06 2025 - 06:00
Aviation sector faces turbulence on the path to net zeroAs airlines and airports push to decarbonise, high fuel costs, limited supply of sustainable aviation fuel and slow tech progress threaten to ground the flight of progressThu Oct 30 2025 - 15:05
Further planning reforms necessary to meet renewables targetsThe Planning and Development Act 2024 aims to streamline approvals, but legal delays and resource gaps continue to hinder progress on wind and solar projectsThu Oct 30 2025 - 05:00
Defined benefit pensions may be in decline but they have not gone awayDefined benefit pensions offer security, but members must stay engaged to manage risks, funding concerns and lifestyle needs throughout retirementThu Oct 23 2025 - 14:52
We should all be worried by deep fake technologyAI firms are rapidly improving their video quality with no consideration for its impact on societyThu Oct 23 2025 - 06:00
Retirement is just the start of the next investment chapterYour pension strategy needs more than just time; key decisions along the way can shape your financial futureThu Oct 23 2025 - 05:00
Closing the charging infrastructure gap is key to making EV switchoverGood news for drivers - with multiple operators in the market, EV charging points are being installed at hotels, forecourts and retail parksFri Oct 17 2025 - 05:00
Employment law: Coping with an increasingly complex legislative landscapeGetting the basics right is fundamental to employment law complianceWed Oct 15 2025 - 05:00
Apple brings Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’s Babel fish to life, sort ofLive translation feature on AirPods promises on-device translation into audio for the userThu Oct 09 2025 - 06:00
The more Irish exporters move into new markets, the more agile they becomeA ‘team Ireland’ approach and willingness to plan together help businesses absorb shocks and get creativeFri Oct 03 2025 - 05:00
Thinking of taking the leap into exporting? Don’t worry, help is a handFirst-time exporters can feel overwhelmed by paperwork and regulations but support is available from State agencies and logistics partnersFri Oct 03 2025 - 05:00
‘Scale, sector resilience, growth’: The crucial factors for private equity investorsTechnology, business and professional services, and healthcare are growing sectors with strong prospects for expansionThu Oct 02 2025 - 05:00
Good research and networking essential to raise equity funding For very early-stage companies, valuation is more art than science, and investors look beyond traditional valuation methodsThu Oct 02 2025 - 05:00
Proof, not promises, the way to secure restructuring support Accessing the finances needed to fund restructuring can be challenging; speed and clarity are critical Thu Oct 02 2025 - 05:00
Ask the expert v DIY: The pros and cons of investing soloKnowledge, tax obligations, diversification – go-it-alone investment may be easier now but there are many bases to coverFri Sept 26 2025 - 05:00
Control what you can control and expect the unexpectedShorla Oncology founders Orlaith Ryan and Sharon Cunningham on building an internationally successful pharma company from a base in ClonmelSat Sept 20 2025 - 10:00
What Ireland’s business leaders think of our economic outlookTop 1000 Companies: Emmet Ryan asked some of the winners of The Irish Times Business Person of the Month from the past year to share their insights on five key questions that will impact the Irish economy in the period aheadThu Sept 18 2025 - 12:00
A teenage suicide in the US might prove a tipping point for AI regulationNo robot should be talking to a teenager about suicidal ideationThu Sept 11 2025 - 06:00
‘Companies will be hacked’: The essential art of rolling with the cyber punchesResilience, the ability to limit the damage and recover quickly from a cyber attack, has become an area of increased focus in cyber securityFri Aug 29 2025 - 05:00
Big-picture view offers a path to strong cyber defence Being prepared to tackle a cyberattack head on can reduce the impact it has on your businessFri Aug 29 2025 - 05:00
Can the Leaving Cert be AI-proofed?Changes to how project work is handled are vital to prevent takeover by AI Thu Aug 28 2025 - 06:00
Irish companies using cutting-edge technology to help patients manage their illnesses at homeMedtech companies based in Ireland are at the forefront of the movement towards more home careThu Aug 21 2025 - 05:55
ChatGPT-5: Maybe Sam Altman should cool the jets on new AI iterationsOpenAI’s latest upgrade of its AI tool is effectively being tested by 700m users while having potential for adverse real-world impactThu Aug 14 2025 - 05:58
‘Don’t underestimate this guy’: Who is Gareth Sheridan, the pharma millionaire running for president?Businessman founded Nutriband while studying for a degree – now it’s listed on the Nasdaq stock exchangeTue Aug 12 2025 - 05:42
