Tech Radio Ireland

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

July 10, 2025 52 mins

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 practically eliminates that annoying crease, and the 8-inch open display means you're basically carrying a tablet that fits in your pocket. We look at the details plus all the new phones and AI enhancements announced this week. 


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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" phone that's actually made in China and we hear hilarious failures with Tesla’s robo-taxi’s.


We also find out more about early-stage Irish startups, who are driving transformative solutions for a greener future with BnM's Accelerate Green Grow Programme. Sharing the...

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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 actually genius, and why Irish adults can't survive an hour without internet. 

Plus we discover how startups are using green tech in interesting ways with Fiona Nulty from Biosense; Jeff Matthews from The Planted Way, and Anne Butterly from Easydry. 

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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 kind.

We’re also surprised at how popular Ireland’s favourite AI actually is, how Elon Musk’s billion dollar tantrum worked, and reveal to must-watch movies about tech billionaires. 

Plus we speak with three company founders about their experience testing the tech  bou...

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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 best buddies to bitter enemies. Musk is mobilising his X army to kill legislation. 

We also find out your ChatGPT conversations might not be private after all and cover the new games console Curry’s describe as its biggest gaming pre-order ever. 

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We cover the first-ever class action lawsuit in Ireland against Microsoft, over their advertising practices and private data. We also hear how recognition, then rejection, led to the Collison brothers fleeing Ireland to become teenage millionaires. And we learn a new word for exploded - "Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly".

Then, we get the inside track on data, AI and how to protect ourselves with guest Ashley Casovan from IAPP...

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May 22, 2025 58 mins

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, Barry Scannell from William Fry explains how to stay on the right side of the EU AI Act.

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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 package. Is extreme thinness the future, or just a gimmick? 

We continue to monitor big tech's stealth layoff strategy where Microsoft's "performance improvement plans" are actually targeting 6,000 jobs and what this means for your career. Plus the EU could be causing an onl...

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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, plus the fascinating story behind SpaceX's Starbase City and the strategic reasons for its unusual development. 

In our guest slot, we get an insider's look at how digital twin technology is revolutionizing urban planning in the Sandyford Business District, with excl...

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May 1, 2025 44 mins

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 giants and how one Trump call reversed Amazons entire pricing policy. Plus, the Space Race heats up!

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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, and wrap up with the surprising results from a human vs. robot half-marathon challenge.

Plus we discover how tech is helping our physical and mental health with guest Stephen Costello, CEO and co-founder of Spectrum.Life   Find out more at https://www.spectrum.life/

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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 we’re so unimpressed with Katy Perry’s space ‘mission’ and did it even happen ?

Plus, we find there is more to FitBits than than just physical activity with Marama Labs CEO Brendan Darby.

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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 up-to-speed on AI's Irish Invasion, how the Minority Report movie has become reality in the UK, and share some brilliant tech innovation at Ireland's two main airports.

Plus we find out how companies can use blockchain to fend off the security challenges posed by quantu...

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April 3, 2025 52 mins

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 to $62.3 billion and Intel navigating semiconductor regulations, we explore whether your next laptop purchase might cost you more. 

In other tech news, we find out how online catfishing could land a five-year prison sentence, Manna drones are taking flight in Cork afte...

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March 27, 2025 54 mins

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 radio coming to Ireland. Plus we wonder how Samsung will change after the death of a top exec. 

In our guest slot, we find out what data smart devices gather and share when they call home with our guest Dr Alan McGibney from the Nimbus Research Centre at Munster Tech...

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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 Perplexity struggle with complex questions such as who shot JFK. Plus we find out more about Google's eye-watering €32 billion acquisition of Wiz and why this cloud security platform is worth every penny.

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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 you will be shocked and stunned by how little Spotify pay your favourite artists.


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March 6, 2025 48 mins

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 crypto will explode this weekend.

Plus, our special guest Knowely CEO  Oleksandr Bartosiuk chats with Niall about bringing agentic AI to online learning.   For more information see knowely.com

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February 27, 2025 48 mins

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 Alexa Plus which is finally rolling out after a year of promises, Microsoft tests ads in your Office documents and move over ChatGPT. A new AI called Le Chat has racked up a million downloads in just two weeks. What makes this French creation so special?


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February 20, 2025 53 mins

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 as an associate member, opening up exciting opportunities for research and business development. Plus how Irish data centers consume more electricity than all residential properties combined and why we want more!


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