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Microsoft launches AI upskill course for rural Ireland

Tue, 03/19/2024 - 00:01
Microsoft has announced the rollout of 'AI Skill-Up-A-Thons' in rural communities across the country and AI masterclasses for businesses in the Kerry region.

Cathal Friel chaired EGT to float on AIM in London

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 20:21
European Green Transition (EGT), a company developing a range of assets aimed at capitalising on the opportunity of the green transition and which is chaired by Cathal Friel, is to list on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) in London.

Skin deep - Irish firms vie for cut of skincare market

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 05:00
As consumer demands for beauty products and skincare regime tools continue to be a trend, pressure falls to skincare and cosmetic companies to keep up. Cathy Lee talks to three Irish firms innovating in the space.

AI Act: Facing facts in the realm of science fiction

Sun, 03/17/2024 - 07:01
The new rules will have big implications for companies that use and develop AI systems and business leaders are being urged to start educating themselves now about the changes that are coming, writes Brian O'Donovan

Use NTF surplus to upskill asylum seekers - Chambers

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 05:00
Chambers Ireland wants the Government to use surplus funds in the National Training Fund to help upskill International Protection applicants here.

Locals support plans for pickle ball courts in Doonbeg

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 17:42
Clare County Council has been urged to green light plans by Trump International Golf Links & Hotel for pickle ball courts and other resort improvements in order to help create more "badly wanted" jobs in west Clare.

Worker who believes employer is in Dubai wins severance

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 17:07
A worker who said her employer of 20 years stopped responding to her, closed his business and may have left for Dubai, has been awarded over €21,000 in severance pay.

US factory production rebounds from weather-induced slump

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 17:00
Production at US factories increased more than expected in February amid a rise in temperatures, but data for the prior month was revised sharply down as manufacturing remains hamstrung by high interest rates.

Severance deal cost National Gallery €200k

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 16:16
The National Gallery paid out over €200,000 in a severance agreement, including legal costs, concerning one member of staff in 2022.

Corporate Enforcement Authority welcomes proposed powers

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 16:02
The Corporate Enforcement Authority has welcomed the publication of proposals for the introduction of new powers and offences under the Companies Act 2014.

Makhlouf forecasts ECB rate cut in June

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 15:46
The Governor of the Central Bank, Gabriel Makhlouf, is forecasting a cut in interest rates in June.

H&M becomes first retail shop to open in Clerys Quarter

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 15:22
The first retail shop has opened at Clerys Quarter on O'Connell Street in Dublin's city centre.

Bank of Ireland calls for crack down on scam articles

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 14:58
Bank of Ireland is warning about an increasing number of false articles appearing online designed to defraud consumers through fake financial products, investments or cryptocurrency schemes.

JD.com declines to make bid for retailer Currys

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 14:21
Chinese online retailer JD.com has said it would not make an offer for British electricals group Currys, days after US investor Elliott Advisors walked away from tabling a bid.

Apple to settle class action over Cook's China comments

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 13:41
Apple has reached a $490m settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit that alleged CEO Tim Cook defrauded shareholders by concealing falling demand for iPhones in China.

EU agrees to watered down rules on supply chain standards

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 13:32
EU member countries have agreed to a new law that would force companies to uphold environmental and human rights standards in their supply chains, Belgium, which holds the EU's rotating presidency, said.

Fórsa and INTO vote to accept pay deal

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 13:19
Members of the country's largest public sector union Fórsa and members of the largest teachers' union - the Irish National Teachers' Organisation - have voted to accept the latest public sector pay deal.

Cost of a fry-up rose by 3.1% in the past year - CSO

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 11:41
The cost of a fry-up has risen by 3.1% in the past year, according to the Central Statistics Office.

Irish exports jump 22% as pharmaceuticals rebound - CSO

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 11:24
Irish exports jumped 22% in January when compared to the same month of 2023, according to the Central Statistics Office.

Bank of Ireland raises $1bn through US bond

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 10:59
Bank of Ireland has raised $1 billion through the issuance of a dollar-denominated bond in the US market.

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