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Join host Mark Kelly on the AI Ireland podcast as he explores the impactful applications of AI in both business and society.
Discover groundbreaking research, innovative technologies, and thought-provoking discussions on the ethical implications of AI.
Gain valuable insights into how AI is being applied to business and society, as Ireland drives positive change and fosters innovation in this dynamic podcast.
Discover groundbreaking research, innovative technologies, and thought-provoking discussions on the ethical implications of AI.
Gain valuable insights into how AI is being applied to business and society, as Ireland drives positive change and fosters innovation in this dynamic podcast.
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In this special episode of the AI Ireland podcast, AI Ireland Founder Mark Kelly unveils the latest insights from our comprehensive survey of 130 AI leaders throughout Ireland. In the first couple of months of 2026, the landscape of AI adoption in Irish businesses is becoming increasingly clear. In this podcast, we will cut through the hype to examine the real numbers, uncover what's working, identify what's hindering progress, and provide a roadmap for the next 90 days.Topics include:0:00 Overview the survey to highlight AI adoption trends across Irish businesses1:20 How most Irish firms deploying AI for efficiency3:31 An insight into how integration, skills and security slow AI progress6:10 What the next 90 days look like from ROI, alerts, and cautious AI use7:46 How to close the readiness gap with integration and ROI focus8:53 While AI in Ireland is operational, integration and governance are essentialYou can access the full survey findings at https://aiireland.ie/ai-ireland-2026-the-state-of-ai-in-irish-business-3/
Today’s guest is Malcolm Byrne, TD for the Wicklow/Wexford constituency and Chair of the Oireachtas (Parliament) Committee. It’s crucial for nations to not only keep pace but also lead the charge toward innovation and implementation of transformative technologies like Artificial Intelligence. Ireland is doing just that, with significant strides being made to position the country as a frontrunner in AI usage and regulation. Malcolm joins today’s podcast to shed light on the significant work being undertaken by the Irish government and various sectors to harness the potential of AI, while carefully navigating the associated challenges.Topics include:0:00 How the deepfake revelation sparked his interest in AI4:06 Building cross-party support as AI gained urgency6:40 Public sector AI adoption and EU leadership ambitions9:42 Upskilling regulators and boosting AI public awareness11:30 Building trust through education, skills and observatory plans13:47 The need for urgent AI literacy to protect jobs and competitiveness
Today’s guest is Elizabeth Daly, STSM and Research Manager of the Interactive AI Group at IBM Research. Artificial Intelligence stands as a monumental achievement, reshaping industries and prompting critical discussions about ethical governance. One compelling narrative in this discourse is led by Elizabeth and her AI Award winning team at IBM Research. In today’s podcast, Elizabeth dives into the complexities and nuances of building responsible AI solutions, highlighting projects like the Risk Atlas Nexus.Topics include:0:00 An overview of their flexible, risk-based framework for scalable responsible AI governance4:13 Curating verifiable knowledge beyond single-LLM, rapid model churn5:26 How valuable AI governance research exists but isn’t operational or accessible7:30 Making LLM risk judgments controllable, explainable and trustworthy11:23 Aim to enable fast, trusted AI innovation through built-in responsible design13:50 Advice to start small, reuse guardrails and iterate responsibly over time
Today’s guest is Jac Dunne, Chief Executive Officer at dimply. In a rapidly evolving tech world, Jac and her story with dimply is a testament to adaptation, growth and innovation. Jac's journey is an inspiring blend of traditional financial expertise and cutting-edge technological advancements, which offers a blueprint for understanding the dynamic integration of AI in financial services.Topics include:0:00 How an accidental start became a gritty, wide-ranging finance career3:41 Shaping their leadership style through great leaders and strong family values 5:32 How legacy system challenges pushed a finance professional into regtech innovation8:36 Helping financial firms launch customer experiences faster with dimply10:22 Launching Holi, a regulated, deterministic AI financial experience agent12:26 Why customers love fast, frictionless, on-brand journeys that scale digitally14:45 How Enterprise Ireland has been a strategic, hands-on partner supporting growth16:55 Goals for 2026 from expanding Holi, and entering UK and US markets
Today's guest is Mark Kirwan, CEO & Founder at Positive Carbon. In recent years, the issue of food waste has become increasingly critical, with about one-third of all food produced ending up in the bin. However, AI Awards 2025 winner Positive Carbon is changing that narrative with a mission to significantly reduce food waste in the hospitality industry by leveraging artificial intelligence and innovative technology.Topics include:0:00 How Positive Carbon uses AI to help hospitality cut food waste3:32 His career journey from software engineer to founding Positive Carbon5:05 How Zero-shot AI identifies food waste instantly with no training needed6:05 Utilising Plug-and-play hardware to track kitchen food waste in real time7:14 Using Microsoft Azure and Defender for secure, compliant cloud AI8:29 Securing funding by directly pitching to investors with validated ideas9:57 How Enterprise Ireland provided support, introductions and collaborative guidance10:35 How plug-and-play design ensures high adoption and effective results11:25 Winning Best Application of AI in Sustainability at the 2025 AI Awards12:01 Expanding internationally in 2026, aiming for 10,000 units reducing food waste
Today’s guest is Kate Minogue, Fractional CPO/General Manager and AI Advisor at Kate Minogue Advisory. As technology constantly reshapes our lives, the intersection of AI and human experience is particularly compelling. In this podcast, Kate talks about the transformative power of AI, its varying applications and the insightful experiences from her journey in the field.Topics include:0:00 Judging the AI Awards applications with care, depth and sector diversity3:52 Using AI to genuinely make people’s lives easier through the AI Leadership Lab6:25 Building the course through disciplined execution and constant user feedback10:56 ChatGPT’s shift into a consumer commerce and app platform16:03 How OpenAI’s broad, emergent strategy may converge on app ecosystem19:32 Why consumer AI faces challenges of trust, ease of use and literacy23:23 How to follow Kate and get involved with the Leadership Lab course
Today’s guest is John Clancy, Founder & CEO at Galvia and AI Person of the Year 2025. In the podcast, John discusses the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in the retail sector and the strategic vision of Galvia as they expand into new markets. The episode covers the evolution of AI in retail, the challenges faced by businesses in adopting new technologies, and the actionable insights gained through AI-driven data analysis.Topics include:0:00 How Galvia are giving mid-sized retailers unified, predictive business insights3:15 Applying AI to unify retail data, predict demand, and optimise inventory and sales7:09 Using customer insights to personalise retail experiences and boost basket size9:31 Targeting underserved mid-sized retailers with practical, data-driven AI expansion in UK11:51 Actively driving AI expansion, focusing on practical value for retailers15:41 Scaling AI as a service for retailers, replacing spreadsheets with real-time insights
Today’s guest is Chris Yiu, Director of Public Policy, Northern Europe at Meta. In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of AI innovation and the challenges of regulation. With his extensive experience in technology policy and AI governance, Chris provides compelling insights into the current landscape and future potential of AI, particularly focusing on how Europe are navigating these waters.Topics include:0:00 How the AI Awards showcased diverse innovators driving societal and business progress1:42 Why Europe lags US and China in AI innovation3:55 Hoe the UK prioritizes growth, pragmatic AI regulation and innovation5:40 Rapid AI outpaces Europe’s complex, fragmented regulations8:40 How Meta uses AI to empower businesses and drive innovation10:50 Hands-on experimentation with accessible AI tools empowers innovation13:23 Why Europe debates AI regulation reform to boost innovation15:47 How Europe risks underutilizing AI’s transformative potential due to regulations
Enjoy the full panel session on‘The Future of Healthcare: AI-Driven Innovation’ from the 2025 AI Awards featuring Dr. Simon Wallace (Chief Clinical Information Officer at Microsoft), Martin Curley (Professor of Innovation, Maynooth University), Ana Le Chevillier (Previous AI Awardswinner & formerly of AIPREMie) & Filippo Sassi (Head of the AI Labs at Version 1).We dive into real-world implementations, ethical considerations, and the practicalities of integrating AI into clinical practice. Learn about groundbreaking tools like Dragon Co-Pilot and AI-driven point-of-care devices that are reducing administrative burdens and improving patient outcomes. The panel also the challenges and future steps for AI in healthcare, from patient trust and clinician training to data standardization and regulatory hurdles.00:00 Introduction to the Panel Discussion on AI in Healthcare01:08 The Role of AI in Enhancing Patient-Clinician Interaction02:56 Practical Applications and Success Stories of AI in Healthcare06:48 Challenges and Ethical Considerations in AI Implementation14:06 Future Prospects and Innovations in AI for Healthcare25:26 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts#healthcare #aiinhealthcare #artificialintelligence
Today’s guest is Declan McKibben, Executive Director at the ADAPT Centre. Organisations worldwide are grappling with the realities and opportunities posed by AI-enabled tools and technologies. In this podcast, Declan offers invaluable insights into how AI is reshaping industries, the challenges associated with its adoption and the collaborative efforts needed to harness its full potential.Topics include:0:00 An overview of ADAPT as Ireland’s human-centered AI research centre 2:44 Their work with Smart D8 and Digital Twin, which uses AI to model and improve cities6:45 Creating the Generative AI lab to guide Dublin City Council’s safe adoption9:19 Running workshops to build AI literacy and inclusive decision-making11:40 How the AI lab prioritizes use cases with responsible, agile testing14:14 Award-winning AI projects showcased for public sector transformation15:37 How trust and measurement enable responsible, scalable AI adoption18:23 Sandboxes enable practical AI exploration amid investment uncertainty22:35 How their AI Accountability Lab ensures responsible, fair, socially beneficial AI28:00 ADAPT Centre as a sponsor for the 2025 AI Awards
Today’s guest is Paul Hearns, Executive Director at Blockchain Ireland. Ireland stands at the crossroads of embracing digital transformation and addressing the challenges it brings. In this enlightening episode, Paul delves into key topics like Web3, blockchain, AI and energy issues that Ireland faces today. Through his insights, we gain a better understanding of how Ireland can position itself at the forefront of the technology landscape while mitigating environmental impacts.Topics include:0:00 His role as a Blockchain advocate and tech content strategist in Ireland2:07 Inspired by Web3’s user control and blockchain’s real-world impact6:29 Crafting authentic, audience-focused content expressing clear value propositions9:10 How AI excels at data analysis, but big messages need humanity13:31 AI’s rapid growth is driving soaring data-centre energy demands worldwide20:14 Ireland’s digital growth outpaces its infrastructure, hindered by energy underinvestment23:37 Why Ireland needs smarter energy use and public understanding27:54 How AI optimises energy grids, enabling efficiency, reuse and sustainability33:30 How to connect with Blockchain Ireland or PJH Consulting services
Today's guest is Dr. Simon Wallace, Chief Medical Information Officer at Microsoft. In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, administrative burdens have long plagued clinicians, detracting valuable time from patient care. However, the advent of AI technology is poised to turn the tide. In this podcast, Simon tells us about how Microsoft's Dragon Copilot is at the forefront, offering a promising solution to reduce stress, enhance patient experiences and streamline workflows.Topics include:0:00 Microsoft's Dragon Copilot that AI automates clinical notes and reduces burnout2:39 How AI reduces clinicians’ admin burden, restoring focus and job satisfaction4:48 Their Copilot shows how AI improves efficiency, wellbeing and documentation quality7:42 How AI generates clinician-style summaries from transcripts securely in Azure10:31 AI integrates with EPRs securely, ensuring compliance and clinical safety12:53 How Voice-driven AI will streamline workflows, keeping clinicians in control16:02 AI’s real-world benefits boost clinician trust and technology adoption
Today's guest is Gerard Quinn, Vice President of Innovation and Informatics at ICON plc. With over 35 years of experience in clinical research services, ICON is at the forefront of leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionise the clinical trial process. In this episode, Gerard shares invaluable insights into how AI is reshaping the landscape of clinical trials, emphasising the importance of trust, scalability and evidence of value.Topics include:0:00 From pilot purgatory to scalable, data-driven AI deployment6:53 Focusing on delivering measurable, evidence-based, and trusted AI value10:43 Ensuring leadership buy-in through transparent, stepwise AI development15:54 Why AI adoption requires cultural and process change, not just implementation18:33 How AI accelerates tasks, enhances value and improves patient outcomes22:32 Optimizing trial sites, investigators and contract processes efficiently with AI27:23 How AI evolved from novelty to expectation, requiring careful implementation31:07 Managing AI adoption costs requires defined users and evidence of value35:02 Implementing AI requires strict governance, transparency, and regulatory compliance
Today's guest is Ross Hunt, Founder and CEO at Outmin. While Artificial Intelligence is often associated with glamorous uses like predictive analytics and automated driving, it's in the realm of the mundane, routine tasks where AI can deliver significant value. This is the philosophy that's core to Outmin, a company dedicated to automating bookkeeping with AI.Topics include:0:00 Automating bookkeeping while building future AI infrastructure4:04 Focus on automating boring bookkeeping to improve data quality8:59 Automated bookkeeping by combining humans, measurement and data14:21 Investing personal funds required transparency and shared risk with partner15:41 Breakthrough came with hospitality focus and accounting partnerships18:31 Why fundraising is seen as means, not a success metric, in business20:16 How Sustained success comes from deep technology application, not hype22:40 Why talented juniors prototype quickly, but experienced engineers ensure scalability24:20 How AI literacy is best learned through daily, hands-on use28:24 Enterprise Ireland providing crucial early funding and strategic support31:31 How success requires indispensable, value-driven products in current market
Today's guest is Mark Kelly, SVP of Global Intelligent Power Technologies at Eaton. In this insightful conversation, Mark covers the surprising evolution of AI, its current utility and the implications of its widespread adoption across various sectors.Topics include:0:00 How ChatGPT’s accessibility drives massive AI adoption and risks5:14 How Eaton powers global industries by enabling safe, reliable, AI-driven electrification8:17 Embedding AI in products for predictive maintenance, optimisation and safety13:18 Using AI for real-time optimisation, supply chain efficiency and physics-informed safety16:00 AI as a digital assistant for research, summarising and structuring ideas18:28 Advice to AI users, tuners and creators to stay skilled, critical and adaptable21:48 As AI literacy is essential, the future lies in specialised & collaborative multi-agent systems25:58 Championing multidisciplinary collaboration as key to groundbreaking innovation
Today's guest is Kieran McCorry, National Technology Officer at Microsoft Ireland. In this podcast, Kevin shares insights into the transformative role AI is playing in contemporary work environments as AI continues to reshape business landscapes globally. From emerging trends to challenges and opportunities, Kieran delves into how AI is no longer just an option but a necessity for businesses looking to stay competitive.Topics include:0:00 AI skills are key career drivers as we tackle the workplace access gap5:23 How AI use skews toward leaders due to top-down deployment7:17 The need for strategic deployment as managers struggle to adopt AI 9:18 How targeted AI use boosts skills, equity and retention13:03 Workplace interruptions harm focus, with AI tools like Copilot helping manage tasks16:02 How AI is boosting efficiency, reshaping roles and promoting a hybrid workforce18:53 AI expands capabilities, accelerates careers and drives employee retention21:39 As Employees seek AI training, employers must enable practical adoption
Today’s guest is Jennifer Geraghty Ryan, Principal Product Manager at Microsoft. In the podcast, Jennifer delves into the rapidly evolving world of AI agents, from covering the significant recent advancements and taking a glimpse into the transformative potential AI holds for businesses across diverse sectors.Topics include:0:00 Working on Microsoft’s autonomous agents program and AI governance2:17 How Microsoft agents now support multi-agent collaboration and deep research3:56 How Research agents work autonomously and show transparent reasoning processes5:30 An insight into agents clarifying problems, using internal data and automating tasks8:13 Applying AI to enable rapid product testing, feedback and persona insights11:31 How agents can learn in real time from other agents12:58 AI agents provide diverse perspectives through role-playing simulations15:56 Effective AI use requires feedback, context, and iterative prompting18:00 How Teams Copilot automates meeting recaps and workflow documentation20:05 AI captures tacit knowledge and automates workflows effectively
Today's guest is Aisling Browne, CEO and Co-Founder at Glitch. Glitch are a pioneering company set on transforming the world of B2B marketing through unique insights and solutions. The company is built on a foundation of resilience, with strategic partnerships and innovative approaches spearheading its success. In this podcast, Aisling delves into their journey, their unique value proposition and how they are addressing the complex challenges faced by businesses today.Topics include:0:00 Her journey from rom politics to startups, partnerships and entrepreneurship3:51 How early startup lessons shaped a smart, resilient founder mindset6:59 Lessons from highs and lows such as resilience, foresight & adaptability9:13 Making B2B ads accessible through Glitch with agency-level support12:29 How Glitch bridges ads, insights and sales–marketing alignment15:04 Using data to reveal real customers, not assumptions16:55 Leveraging AI to massively boost productivity and efficiency
Today's guest is Deirdre Lyons, CEO at Examfly. With a staggering 50% failure rate in some professional exams, the need for an effective, enjoyable studying experience is more critical than ever. This is precisely the challenge Deirdre Lyons is tackling with her pioneering startup, Examfly. In this episode, Deirdre explores her journey, the impact of technology and the role of AI in shaping the future of education.Topics include:0:00 Her journey from law and tax professional to entrepreneur inspired by learning3:12 Transforming professional learning and business models with Examfly4:21 How Irish startup support from Enterprise Ireland helped validate and develop the idea5:43 Combining AI with Animation and interactive tools to enhance learning7:06 Enabling scalable, high-quality content and personalized learning journeys with AI9:01 Target customers such as large enterprises, especially Big Four firms, globally11:00 How they raised €2.1M with investor feedback shaping growth strategy13:24 Her advice to move fast, focus on core AI use cases and refine continuously
Today's guest is David Bermingham, Director of AI at Advancing Innovation in Manufacturing (AIM) Centre. The AIM Centre is dedicated to supporting Irish SMEs, particularly in the manufacturing sector, as they navigate the evolving landscape of AI. Their mission is to demystify AI, making it accessible and actionable for businesses of all sizes. Through clear communication and hands-on support, the AIM Centre helps companies move beyond buzzwords and focus on tangible use cases that drive efficiency and growth.Topics include:0:00 AIM Centre's goal to guide SMEs to practical, applied AI solutions3:10 How their Accelerator guides diverse SMEs from AI hype to practical use9:13 Why companies prioritise simple AI fixes for efficiency10:51 Streamlining workflows with AI, enabling growth through efficiency gains15:34 Simple AI demos unlock potential, but scaling remains challenging20:35 Post-accelerator, companies pursue new AI use cases22:27 Their National AI Studio offers immersive, hands-on industry demonstrations24:28 Sponsoring the AI Awards to showcase real manufacturing innovation and transformation26:15 Falling AI costs democratize access, boosting business confidence29:32 Getting involved with the AI accelerator which starts in October
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