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Levi Strauss corporate data stolen in cyberattack

Levi Strauss corporate data stolen in cyberattack

07/08/2026 14:13 – Silicon Republic

No consumer data was impacted in the hack, the company clarified in a regulatory filing. Read more: Levi Strauss corporate data stolen in cyberattack

What is the impact of artificial intelligence on modern recruitment?

What is the impact of artificial intelligence on modern recruitment?

07/08/2026 13:00 – Silicon Republic

IT Search’s David Shanahan explores how modern technologies are affecting the traditional recruitment process. Read more: What is the impact of artificial intelligence on modern…

Galway experts lead project behind implant therapy for ovarian cancer

Galway experts lead project behind implant therapy for ovarian cancer

07/08/2026 11:59 – Silicon Republic

Research showed that the device remained fully functional for up to 70 days, with zero implant-related complications. Read more: Galway experts lead project behind implant…

Rinn Pharma & Biopharma to join NordicPharmaTrain network

Rinn Pharma & Biopharma to join NordicPharmaTrain network

07/08/2026 10:12 – Silicon Republic

The partnership could significantly strengthen Ireland's position within the European pharmaceutical research and innovation space. Read more: Rinn Pharma & Biopharma to join NordicPharmaTrain network

Meta ordered to pay $567m to address teen mental health

Meta ordered to pay $567m to address teen mental health

07/08/2026 08:57 – Silicon Republic

The penalty is in addition to $375m that Meta was ordered to pay in March as a result of a separate phase of the same…

Former A16z partner to raise $100m for new venture firm debut

Former A16z partner to raise $100m for new venture firm debut

07/08/2026 08:18 – Silicon Republic

Bryan Kim submitted formation documents for his new venture Mido last month, according to a regulatory filing. Read more: Former A16z partner to raise $100m…

Irish co-founded legal-tech Wordsmith extends Series B to $84m

Irish co-founded legal-tech Wordsmith extends Series B to $84m

07/08/2026 07:46 – Silicon Republic

The start-up was co-founded by Dublin-born chief operating officer Robbie Falkenthal in 2023. Read more: Irish co-founded legal-tech Wordsmith extends Series B to $84m

Google to face £5bn lawsuit in UK search advertising row

Google to face £5bn lawsuit in UK search advertising row

06/08/2026 15:22 – Silicon Republic

Legal action is being brought by Or Brook which claims thousands of UK businesses were overcharged by Google for search advertising. Read more: Google to…

Communication and collaboration are all in a day’s work for this engineer

Communication and collaboration are all in a day’s work for this engineer

06/08/2026 14:34 – Silicon Republic

Henkel’s Jessica Ramos discusses the evolving nature of her role at the chemical and consumer goods company. Read more: Communication and collaboration are all in…

New €7.9m project aims to restore marine habitats in Kerry

New €7.9m project aims to restore marine habitats in Kerry

06/08/2026 14:28 – Silicon Republic

The five-year project will aim to enhance seagrass and oyster restoration, improve water quality in Kerry’s coastal habitats, and boost community engagement. Read more: New…

CeADAR to develop skills in prompt engineering with funded course

CeADAR to develop skills in prompt engineering with funded course

06/08/2026 10:30 – Silicon Republic

The programme aims to teach professionals to use generative AI tools effectively, safely and responsibly at work. Read more: CeADAR to develop skills in prompt…

Etsy to cut 12pc of workforce in search of ‘flatter, faster teams’

Etsy to cut 12pc of workforce in search of ‘flatter, faster teams’

06/08/2026 08:44 – Silicon Republic

The online marketplace is based in New York and has offices in Dublin, London and Mexico City. Read more: Etsy to cut 12pc of workforce…

Anthropic confirms plans to build own AI chips amid global shortage

Anthropic confirms plans to build own AI chips amid global shortage

06/08/2026 08:25 – Silicon Republic

The Claude creator will also put together a new team in charge of designing the custom-made chips. Read more: Anthropic confirms plans to build own…

Top Google minds quit to build AI that accelerates research

Top Google minds quit to build AI that accelerates research

06/08/2026 08:13 – Silicon Republic

Discovery Loop wants to advance the pace of scientific discovery using AI to address issues across domains. Read more: Top Google minds quit to build…

TechIreland launches Galway-bound National AI Challenge 2026

TechIreland launches Galway-bound National AI Challenge 2026

05/08/2026 14:51 – Silicon Republic

Applications for this year's competition will remain open until 9 August, according to TechIreland. Read more: TechIreland launches Galway-bound National AI Challenge 2026