We find the truth behind the information blackout with the Iran war, why verifying news in the Middle East has become nearly impossible and social media platforms are struggling with an influx of AI-generated propaganda.

There are loads of other stories including why Amazon is blaming the "human" for AI's mistakes which led to a recent 13-hour outage. We dive into Ireland’s first self-powered data centre and find out why the UK parliament has bucked the trend by not blocking social media for under-16s.

Finally, our guest Rosemary Durkan, CEO of NoComEd, chats about how they're tackling the massive carbon footprint of the global healthcare supply chain. Find out more at https://www.nocomed.com/

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We deconstruct Apple’s new MacBook Neo. Is a €699 laptop running an iPhone’s A18 Pro chip a genuine bargain or is the "slower bandwidth" a dealbreaker? We also keep you up-to-speed on Apple’s other product launches this week, from the iPad Air to the latest iPhone 17e. We also check the reality of lunar outposts and how data centres are becoming an election issue.

With our guest this week, we sit down with Declan Watters, founder of Medisnap, to discuss how a simple smartphone tap is solving one of the most stressful hurdles for paramedics: instant medication identification during an emergency. More at medisnap.ie

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We kick off this week with a reality check: Are Samsung’s improvements on the new Galaxy S26 range enough to justify the price hike? We break down the specs and tell you if it’s time to upgrade or stick with your current model.

In the "Ireland vs Big Tech" battle, we look at whether the Online Safety Commissioner’s plan to hold tech directors personally liable is a genuine game-changer or just more political theatre. We also sit down with Rena Maycock, CEO of Chirp, to discuss why social media bans for kids are failing and how technology, not just legislation, might be the only real way to protect the next generation.

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This week on Tech Radio, we’re asking if the era of the "infinite scroll" is finally over. As Ireland joins a wave of European nations introducing a digital age of majority, we look at the "bellwether" legal case in Los Angeles that is taking Mark Zuckerberg to task. Is it time to stop blaming the content and start blaming the design?

We also celebrate a major Irish energy milestone: the launch of the country’s first grid-scale battery storage system in Edenderry. Plus, we discuss why Apple’s upcoming "budget" MacBook feels out of character, why your headphones might be "toxic," and the security firm warning us all to stop letting AI generate our passwords.

Our guest this week is Dr Ryne Sherman, Chief Science Officer at Hogan Assessments. He joins Niall to discuss the psychology of the 2026 workplace, the rise of "quiet cracking," and why—despite the AI revolution—the core qualities of a great leader haven’t changed since the days of Plato.

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This week on Tech Radio, we explore the "not mad" world of tech rivalries and lunar ambitions. From Anthropic’s brutal Super Bowl ads dismantling the competition to Elon Musk’s plans for an AI satellite factory—and a giant catapult—on the moon, we look at the power moves shaping 2026.

We dive into the "Productivity Paradox," discussing why new research shows AI is making us work longer hours rather than shorter ones, and why Apple has hit another snag in its race to fix Siri. We also look at the launch of the Digital Euro: is it a genuine privacy-first alternative to the credit card giants, or just more volatility-free crypto?

Jonathan Dempsey, Chair of RAIL (Responsible AI for Learning), joins us to discuss how educators are finally moving past "making it up as we go along." He shares how a new community of practice is setting the standard for responsible AI in the classroom and what listeners can expect from their first major event this February.

Register for RAIL’s free online event at learnovate.org/events.

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This week on Tech Radio, we explore the "New World Order" of technology. From the shifting geopolitical landscape to the rise of a multipolar world, we discuss how AI and data are rewriting the rules of global power and why America may no longer be the world’s sole "tech policeman."

We dive into the escalating technological war, including France’s crackdown on VPNs and social media age limits, and the latest milestones in the Artemis moon mission—including why a liquid hydrogen leak won't stop the next giant leap for mankind. Plus, we look at Elon Musk’s orbital ambitions: could data centres in space solve our power problems on Earth?

Irish influencer and digital strategist Chelsea Tyler McGrane joins us to pull back the curtain on the creator economy. She shares how she built a combined following of over 50k in just 12 months, the secret to her viral "Chinese in the car" reviews, and why transparency is the only way to survive the shifting tides of social media.

Instagram: @chelseatylermcgrane TikTok: @chelseatylermcgrane

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This week on Tech Radio, we dive into France’s bold decision to "decouple" from American tech giants like Microsoft and Cisco. We explore whether Europe can truly rebuild its own tech ecosystem or if the continent is simply suffering from a 30-year "tech lag."

We also dissect the controversial shifts at TikTok following its US sale, the "cyber-murder" tactics targeting Poland’s energy grid, and why Amazon is letting go of another 16,000 employees despite a booming stock price.

Plus, our guest Elaine Laird, Chief People Officer at Logitech, discusses the challenge of gender diversity in STEM. She shares insights on how inclusive design led to products like the Aurora collection and why her mission is to stop young girls from believing the "I'm not good at maths" myth.

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We look back at the seven biggest stories of the week, including a social media ban for young people in the UK, ChatGPT’s move into advertising, and the billionaire Twitter spat we didn't know we wanted. We also explore the arrival of SEPA instant payments in Ireland and what it means for the future of neobanks like Revolut.

Plus, our guest Fergal Brosnan, CEO of RDI Hub, fills us in on the importance of the "cluster effect" for start-ups and how Kerry is becoming a focal point for fermenting new tech ideas.

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