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Beyond the Spectacle: Why 2026 is the Year of Practical AI in Ireland

In the world of technology, there is a distinct difference between a “wow” moment and a “wealth” moment. Over the last two years, we lived through the spectacle: chatbots writing poetry and generators creating photorealistic video. As we move through 2026, the industry is undergoing a profound shift from experimental “toys” to Practical AI applications that deliver measurable business value. […]

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The Rise of the Proactive Partner: Why 2026 is the Year AI Gets to Work

Since we launched AI Ireland, we have interviewed over 750 global AI leaders on the AI Ireland podcast and evaluating hundreds of groundbreaking submissions for the AI Awards. From these conversations, a clear signal has emerged: the era of “Chat” is ending, and the era of “Action” is beginning. For the last two years, we […]

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AI Ireland’s Top 10 Podcasts of 2025

Whether you’re an AI enthusiast, a tech professional, or simply curious about how artificial intelligence is shaping Ireland’s future, the AI Ireland podcast hosted by Mark Kelly, remains one of the best ways to stay informed on the latest trends, breakthroughs, and conversations happening across the country. In this article, we explore the top 10 […]

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Retail

E224 ‘AI’s Role in Revolutionising Retail Business’ with Galvia’s John Clancy

Welcome to episode 224 of the AI Ireland podcast, the show that explores the applications and research of Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence on the island of Ireland. Our mission is to increase the use of AI for the benefit of our society, our competitiveness and everyone living in Ireland. Today’s guest is […]

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Data Governance

E223 ‘Balancing Innovation and Regulation in Europe’ with Meta’s Chris Yiu

Welcome to episode 223 of the AI Ireland podcast, the show that explores the applications and research of Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence on the island of Ireland. Our mission is to increase the use of AI for the benefit of our society, our competitiveness and everyone living in Ireland. Today’s guest is […]

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The CEO’s AI Strategy Playbook: 1-Day Immersive Workshop – January 13th 2026

The CEO’s AI Strategy Playbook: 1-Day Immersive Workshop AI is Not a Tool Problem. It’s a Leadership Challenge. A Message from Mark Kelly, Founder of AI Ireland: Every CEO and SME leader is wrestling with the same question: How do I capture AI’s competitive advantage without burning cash on a failed IT project? Here’s the […]