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Tech Radio Ireland
The No.1 Irish tech news podcast since 2006. A new podcast every Friday keeps you up-to-date-on all things tech or get hourly updates and daily newsletters from our website at TechCentral.ie
Episodes
Tech Radio Ireland1078: Microsoft's Worst Nightmare
This week, Microsoft dropped an emergency patch for a vulnerability that Chinese hackers have been exploiting since July 7th. We fill you in. Plus, now Age…
Tech Radio Ireland1077: Copyright Theft, Digital IDs and Death of the Free Internet
This week, WeTransfer backtrack quickly over a sneaky move to steal your data. We find out more about the EU’s digital passport you may need to access the…
Tech Radio Ireland1076: Samsung Unpacks New Foldable Phones
Samsung get serious with their new Fold 7. At 8.9mm closed and weighing just 215g, this isn't your clunky first-gen foldable anymore. The redesigned FlexHinge…
Tech Radio Ireland1075: Private Planes, Protests and the Tech Billionaire
We chat about the tech wedding of the year with Jeff Bezos and the outrageous sums of money involved. There is more on ‘The Truth’ behind Trump's "American"…
Tech Radio Ireland1074: Can You ‘Just Say No’ to the Internet?
This week there is a scary rise in AI News Bots in Ireland. We find out why Facebook is throwing ridiculous money at OpenAI talent, the Trump Phone scam that's…
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1073: Was Apple’s WWDC Really a Disaster?
We break down exactly why the "liquid glass" interface had everyone comparing Apple to Microsoft's biggest UI disaster from 2006. Spoiler: the internet wasn't…
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1072: AI Secrets, Spacewalks, and the Billionaire Blow-Up
This week is all about power, money, and the battles shaping our digital future. We chat about the ultimate tech billionaire and American President who go from…
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1071: Has Ireland let Microsoft Get Away With It?
We cover the first-ever class action lawsuit in Ireland against Microsoft, over their advertising practices and private data. We also hear how recognition…
Tech Radio Ireland1070: I/O I/O Off to Work We Go
This week we have new AI announcements from Google I/O and Microsoft Build, Bitcoin hits a new high and Elon Musk says goodbye to the world of politics. Plus…
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1069: Samsung S25 Edge: The Slimmest Smartphone EVER
This week, we have the scoop on Samsung's thinnest-ever smartphone which delivers the same powerhouse camera as the Ultra but in a dramatically slimmer…
Tech Radio Ireland1068: AI has Limits and Jobs it can Never Replace
This week we’re looking at which professions are considered "AI-proof", the potential benefits and concerns around Google's new Gemini Kids AI homework helper…
Tech Radio Ireland1067: The Day Europe Went Dark
This week, could Ireland manage a power outage like Spain and Portugal? We also look at how Trump’s first 100 days has created fascinating dynamics with tech…
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1066: Intel Crisis, Tesla Freefall and Google’s Secret Plan
This week, we have the inside scoop on how Intel Ireland may be affected by their global restructuring plan. We look at how bad things have got at Tesla and X…
Tech Radio Ireland1065: Astronaut or Astro-not? The Katy Perry Space Conspiracy
A bumper episode for Easter with everything from trade tech wars to the EU’s nuclear option on tech tariffs and the death of 4Chan and its legacy. We share why…
Tech Radio Ireland1064: iPhone Price Shock: 2k Reality Check
If you thought your iPhone was expensive ... buckle up! We’ll tell you why prices could double with basic models hitting 2k and MacPro’s 4k. We also keep you…
Tech Radio Ireland1063: Trump, Tarrifs and Irish Tech
It’s high-stakes drama this week as Trump's tariff policies collide with Ireland's tech giants. With Apple Ireland reporting a staggering 60% profit increase…
Tech Radio Ireland1062: Sending the Wrong Signals
This week, what tech has learned from the leaked Trump chat group which spilled sensitive operational details on Signal. We learn about flying cars and digital…
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1061: Amazon Finally Launches in Ireland: What It Means for Tech
We delve into Amazon's substantial Irish footprint and why the new Irish website is particularly good for us tech people. We also look at how AI systems like…
Tech Radio Ireland1060: Another Day, Another Whistleblower at Meta
This week, a breaking story on a Facebook whistleblower book having huge ramifications here in Ireland. There’s also a ton of stories about cyber-attacks and…
Tech Radio Ireland1059: Apples New M4 MacBook Air
Lots of brand new toys from Apple this week including the M4 MacBook Air, iPad Air and Mac Studio! Plus we have highlights from Mobile World Congress, and why…
Tech Radio Ireland1058: Crypto Collapse & AI Wars
A lot going on in tech this week starting with the crypto bubble finally bursting as Bitcoin plummets from its $102,000 high. We also look at Amazon’s new…
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1057: Why the New iPhone 16e Matters
A ton of stories for you this week including the iPhone 16E bringing premium features at a (relatively) budget-friendly €730. Ireland is on track to join CERN…
Tech Radio Ireland1056: Irish Fridge on the Moon
Loads to keep you up-to-date on including a new Irish moon mission, in Paris we had the AI Action Summit and our guest Cormac Lynch from Camara will share more…
Tech Radio Ireland1055: AI and Weapons of Mass Destruction
This week we discover things you can’t do with AI in the EU, find out that Apple Porn is a thing and look at Google’s change of heart on AI in weapons of war…
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1054: DeepSeek - How It Works
Chinese AI DeepSeek has upturned the world of AI by doing the same thing as ChatGPT for 1/30th of the cost. How does it do it and how can you run it on your…
Tech Radio Ireland1053: Samsung’s New S25 and Trump’s Tech Revolution
This week Samsung shows off with the Galaxy S 25, we have a flurry of executive orders from President Donald Trump affecting a whole range of tech with…
Tech Radio Ireland1052: New Tech Rules for Ireland
The new Irish government has big plans for tech. We look at a range of changes coming in the Program for Government. We also unpack Jeff Bezos's ‘New Glenn’…
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1051: Ireland's Next Tech Giants
Join us at Ireland's most exciting tech showcase where teenage innovators are solving tomorrow's problems today. You'll hear about breakthrough projects like…
Tech Radio Ireland1050: Tech Predictions for 2025 You Can’t Miss
Dusty, Niall and special guest Jason Walsh take a bold leap forecasting the tech trends that will define the year ahead. We look at how blockchain will…
Tech Radio Ireland1049: Tech Stories That Defined 2024
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…
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1048: The Year in Search 2024
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1047: Tech Toy Show 2024
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…
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1046: Black Friday Scam
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…
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1045: AI wants All Humans To Die
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…
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1044: How AI Will Completely Change Education
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1043: How Trump Win Affects Tech
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1042: Apple’s Smallest Most Powerful Computer Yet
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1041: Would You Buy a Second Hand Phone?
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1040: Apple's Surprise iPad Mini
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1039: Ireland’s Low-Energy EV Game
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1038: Double Homework! DCU gets a Digital Twin
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1037: Transformers!
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. —-----…
Tech Radio Ireland1036: Big News from Amazon Ireland
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1035: Good Apple Bad Apple
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1034: Oasis TicketMaster - Surge Pricing or Scurge Pricing?
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1033: Telegram CEO a Fugitive. What Are They Not Telling Us?
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1032: Google’s Pixel 9 Pro XL Shows Its Smarts
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1031: Why Google Made Mattered This Week
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1030: CRASH!
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…
Tech Radio Ireland1029: Taking AI to the Bank
This week Facebook admits it’s not the best source for breaking news, the counties getting the most out of our fine weather and how generative AI can be used…
Tech Radio Ireland1028: CrowdStrike Promises to do Better - Fails Immediately
This week Niall and Dusty look at the biggest stories of the week including the fallout from the CrowdStrike debacle, why internet trolls are struggling with…
Tech Radio Ireland1027: Musk's Texas Move: The Real Reason
This week, we uncover why Musk is moving X to Texas and how his choice for president could change the face of the entire industry. We’re also shocked by the…
Tech Radio Ireland1026: Samsung Unpacked. What Everyone is Talking About (It’s Not a Phone)
Check out Samsung's latest gadgets and AI hype from this weeks Unpacked Event in Paris. Do these pricey new devices actually solve real problems or just empty…
Tech Radio Ireland1025: Who is Training AI Without Your Consent?
Packed show for you this week! We share EU concerns about Meta using your data to train AI without your consent, why the impact of AI on climate change shocks…
Tech Radio Ireland1024: Is it Time to Ban the Smartphone?
Cyber psychologist Ruth Guest hits home with some great points on limiting kids exposure to the internet, FOMO, smartphone bans and more. We cover the EU's…
Tech Radio Ireland1023: Apple Catches Up
This week Niall and Dusty pour over the announcements at WWDC this week. We also talk with an panel of IT apprentices working with FIT. —----- Apple -…
Tech Radio Ireland1022: Irish Moon Mission Cancelled
This week we look at why Intel is selling a share in it’s Leixlip plant, the cancelled moon trip and Humane looks for a buyer. Plus a fascinating conversation…
Tech Radio Ireland1021: Who Gets to Decide What Next for AI ?
Between OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, the EU, Coimisiún na Meán - everyone has a stake in how AI is managed. Who should you trust to help keep your job, your kids…
Tech Radio Ireland1020: Smartphone Special
Niall and Dusty happen to be in the market for a new smartphone each! So they’re going to take a quick look at three phones each, from high-end to budget…
Tech Radio Ireland1019: AI Showdown Week
It’s been a huge week in tech where OpenAI announced mind blowing upgrades to ChatGPT 4o, only to be immediately followed by Google announcing even more mind…