Fusion Start-Up Lands Record €411m to Push Europe Toward Commercial Power
Proxima Fusion has raised a record €411m, marking Europe’s biggest private fusion investment and accelerating its commercial power plans.
Dublin sports-tech start-up Hexis lands $2.1m to scale personalised athlete nutrition platform
Hexis has raised $2.1m in seed funding, marking a notable irish tech news moment for Dublin’s growing sports-tech scene.
Bending Spoons Eyes Blockbuster Nasdaq Debut With Up to $1.62bn IPO
Bending Spoons is seeking up to $1.62bn in a Nasdaq IPO, underscoring investor appetite for scaled digital platforms and acquisition-led growth.
WhatsApp’s New Privacy Shift Could Change How You Chat
WhatsApp is rolling out usernames, giving users more privacy while raising new concerns around scams, spam and impersonation.
Ireland Lands 190 Global Investment Deals as Tech and Fintech Momentum Accelerates
IDA Ireland secured 190 investment deals in H1 2026, with nearly 10,500 jobs promised across tech, AI, fintech and regional projects.
US Relaxes Anthropic AI Export Curbs for Trusted Cybersecurity Partners
The US has eased Anthropic export restrictions on Mythos 5, restoring access for approved cybersecurity and infrastructure organisations.
Salesforce’s $3.6bn Fin Deal Signals a New Era for Irish AI
Salesforce’s $3.6bn acquisition of Fin highlights the global strength of Irish AI, SaaS growth and Dublin’s startup ecosystem.
Microsoft’s New Enterprise Bundle Looks Tempting, But Timing May Matter More Than Price
Microsoft 365 E7 may offer value, but many businesses should assess readiness, costs and timing before committing.
Irish Colleges Are Still Split on AI Rules as Students Treat It Like a...
Irish colleges are adopting AI unevenly, leaving students to navigate inconsistent rules on disclosure, plagiarism, and responsible use.
SoftBank Pushes Back on Space Data Centre Hype as AI Infrastructure Race Intensifies
SoftBank says space data centres may be overhyped, arguing Earth-based AI infrastructure remains the faster and more practical path.
