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From the dramatic fall of crypto kingpin Sam Bankman-Fried to the challenges facing electric vehicle adoption in Ireland, get ready for a no-holds-barred analysis of the year's most compelling tech stories. We unpack everything from the impact of brand new AI regulation to streaming economics, the shifting landscapes of digital innovation and much more.
Plus, in a year where DORA, the AI Act and the NIS2 directive were huge talking points, we chat with PwC’s Digital Risk Partner Moira Cronin about how a uniform approach to risk can save time, resources and even improve how different departments talk with management.
All in a packed Christmas edition of Tech Radio. Merry Christmas!—-----
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This week we look at what Ireland was searching for most on Google with a special eye on tech topics.
We also have news on Amazon’s big move into the Irish market with Amazon.ie plus we break down the key highlights of Amazons AWS re:Invent event in Vegas. Expect great takeaways on AI hallucinations and multi-agent collaboration.
We also look at the explosive legal drama around TikTok’s potential U.S. ban which will be the beginning of the end for the app. -
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Looking for the perfect tech for Christmas? Look no further!
Our annual Tech Toy Show is unwrapping the absolute best gadgets, gizmos, and stocking fillers for every tech lover. Whether you’re shopping for a gamer, a music enthusiast, a budding writer, or just someone who loves the latest and greatest, we’ve got you covered.
It’s a long list including must-have devices like the Mac Mini M4, Google Pixel 9 Pro, and Amazon Scribe. We’ve also got stocking fillers like retro-inspired photo printers, smart bulbs, and handy USB dual keys. Plus the wildest streaming services you didn’t know you needed (hello, Kanopy and Shudder!).
Hit play and get inspired because Santa’s sleigh just got an upgrade!!!
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Why are we getting caught up in Black Friday nonsense? The truth with Niall and Dusty! We also share the Word of the Year which perfectly describes what has happened Twitter/X and compare online election strategies between Ireland the US.
Also, we’ll be chatting with guest Kleber Andrade Oliveira from MTU about how things got so toxic so quickly on Twitter/X.—-----
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This week, Google’s AI goes out-of-control and they could be forced to sell their browser. But who would or could buy Chrome?
There is also tech sabotage on the high seas, shocking numbers out from Apple TV plus details on next week's Tech Central Webinar keeping you ahead of the curve on regulatory DORA & NIS2 compliance.
Register free now at webinar.techcentral.ie
Finally, could AI reduce your car insurance premium? We chat with Gary McClarty of MCL Insurance who thinks it can. Find bout more about Gary at mclinsurance.ie
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Futurist and CEO of The Futures Agency Gerd Leonhart gives a fascinating insight into why we must reinvent education in the age of AI.
In the news, we lead with the volatile crypto market and how Trump’s new government is driving it. We also look at Elon Musk’s new role in that government and what his influence could mean for tech policy.
Plus we have Blue Sky’s rise as a rival to X, Apple’s ongoing legal challenges in the UK and the critical need for better password security.
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President-elect Trump has his own NFTs, his own social network and is deep into crypto. Is this all good for the tech sector as he prepares a return to the White House?
We discuss this and chat with former Chief Technology Innovation Officer with Accenture Paul Daugherty about how AI can give us superpowers and what organisations should do to get a handle on it.
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This week, dive into a whirlwind of tech with Apple’s latest M4-powered Mac Mini, MacBook Pro, and iMac. We question if smaller, faster, AI-boosted devices are really game-changers or just Apple’s spin?
Also brace yourself for Russia’s wild $110 trillion “fine” for YouTube, AI’s impact on the music industry—artists from Black Pink to Kendrick Lamar plus there’s an unsettlingly lifelike AI “resurrection” of iconic interviewer Michael Parkinson.
Finally, Niall Kitson sits down with guest Kevin Reid, CTO of SureSkills, to unpack deeper layers of cybersecurity from ensuring power continuity during outages to managing data backups and staying compliant with evolving European regulations.
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We look at the refurbed tech market which is bigger than you think in Ireland. We also ask if Ireland’s new Online Content Rules could bring about the end adult content in Europe. Plus we have more AI agents to scare you with and artists say NO to using their work as training data.
Also, in a brilliant preview of Beta Festival, our guests are artists Susanne Treister and Patricia Dominguez who share their experiences at CERN, some thoughts on ChatGPT and the future of art.
For more on Beta Festival visit betafestival.ie
Suzanne Treister can be found at suzannetreister.net
Patricia Dominguez is online at patriciadominguez.cl—-----
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This week, Apple drop an unexpected new iPad plus we have the new Kindle and Android OS. In other big stories, big tech plans to power AI with their own nuclear reactors, Spotify has a problem with fake albums and we learn about the murky world of Dark Data with Phil Wilkinson of Iotics.
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This week we find out just how far behind Ireland is in electric vehicle adoption, Google gets slammed for being like Apple, and a new wave of AI assistants is upon us.
Also Fidelity Investments’ Aaron Smith talks about an innovative approach to start-ups being worked on in association with Dogpatch Labs.
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This week we find out how much time Irish people spend online, Apple backs away from OpenAI and Microsoft releases it’s latest Windows.
Also DCU’s Kieran Mahon reveals a dual purpose project that makes going to college less intimidating and serves as a test bed for smart cities.
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This week we look at the state of digital transformation in 2024, price increases for YouTube and you’ll never guess who has just joined the Space Race.
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We’re delighted with how Amazon are about to improve their Irish service but wonder about their remote work policy.
We also cover Google’s win against the European Commission, disturbing news about your smartphone (regardless of brand) and we find out more about ‘dead internet theory’.
Plus, Niall learns about the latest developments in extended reality with Eirmersive interim CEO Camille Donegan. For more information or to join, see their website at https://www.eirmersive.com/
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Listen to Tech Radio EP1036 on Apple, Spotify or YouTube
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Good news for Apple with new iPhones, AI and AirPods announced on Monday. Bad news losing €13bn in back tax they have to pay to Ireland. But does this mean they’ll leave Ireland?
Bad week too for Google but a great week for Huawai who announced a world first tri-phone. We have all the news!
Plus we speak with three tech companies taking part in Bord na Mona’s Accelerate Green programme. For more information on that see accelerategreen.ie
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Listen to Tech Radio EP1035 on Apple, Spotify or YouTube
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We look in detail at the Ticketmaster/Oasis controversy, how ticket sellers started with computers in the 50’s/60’s, and now they influenced everything from airline to hotel and car bookings. Other stories on our tech radar include Musk versus Brazil plus the pro’s and con’s of Trump and Cryptocurrency.
BOOK:
We recommend ‘Ticket Masters: The Rise of the Concert Industry and How the Public Got Scalped’ for a brilliant background. Everything from tech to music pure corporate greed. Just $5 on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/Ticket-Masters-Concert-Industry-Scalped-ebook/dp/B0074VPKAI/
—-----Listen to Tech Radio EP1034 on Apple, Spotify or YouTube
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Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov has been arrested over the anonymous messaging apps role in ‘facilitating criminal activity’.
Is this a case of tackling the messenger but not the message? How is Durov a citizen of four countries including France? Are your Telegram messages as secret as they make out? We have all the answers.
We also find out how South Dublin County Council is standing up to Google, why Fota is just the tip of cyber attack problems in Ireland and we chat with the developer behind Irish tenants new best friend; howmuchrent.com
—-----Listen to Tech Radio EP1033 on Apple, Spotify or YouTube
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Google’s new flagship smartphone is leaning into its AI credentials. Has it lived up to its potential?
We also explore the impact of Condé Nast embracing AI for content distribution, give you a great story of a man faking his own death to avoid child support payments and the evolving landscape of TV viewing - who wins between broadcast TV and streaming services.
Listen to Tech Radio EP1032 on Apple, Spotify or YouTubeApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-radio-ireland/id256279328
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We dive into this week's Made by Google with reaction to the new Pixel phones, the foldable phone, and the updated buds. A lot of impressive features and advancements in technology included.
We can’t forget about Elon Musk and his latest ‘adventures’! From Mondays Trump disaster, to losing 500k in an Irish court and the ever controversial image generator Grok, we covered it all.
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This week Niall and Dusty go through the biggest stories of the last seven days including a technology stock market crash, X declare war on advertisers and Simon Harris says we’re about to get tough on social media. Plus Google has a new product and a big problem.
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