Meta ‘pauses’ AI data collection in EU following Irish DPC request

International Soccer

Family of Pico Lopes beaming with pride after Cape Verde’s Spanish draw

Galway

Premium‘Every good love story starts in Supermac’s’ – Galway couple goes viral after reliving first meeting on wedding day

Lifestyle

‘I was grinding to a halt. I lost weight. Lost interest in other people. I ran on fumes’

International Soccer

Campervan journey across USA creating memories that will last a lifetime for loved ones of history-making League of Ireland defender Pico Lopes

Money Talks

Financial abuse - how to spot the red flags

Over the last few years, awareness of financial abuse has grown, particularly when it concerns a romantic partner. But are you aware of the red flags that might indicate you or someone you know are being abused? And do you know who to speak to if things go awry?Katie Byrne is joined by expert Melissa Boyle for a discussion about the various forms financial abuse can take – and the sometimes subtle signs to look out for.­Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: Melissa Boyle­The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product­We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism

The Big Tech Show

Why Pope Leo is right about AI and tech bros

AI was supposed to replace workers at speed. Instead, some of the world’s biggest companies are finding costly problems, poor results and frustrated customers. Adrian Weckler and JJ Clarke examine why firms such as Starbucks, Pizza Hut and Klarna are scaling back AI projects.They also discuss the warning from Pope Leo, who has criticised AI for threatening human dignity, work and genuine human judgement, as companies race to cut costs and automate jobs before the technology is truly ready.Why you can trust the Irish Independent: learn about our editorial guidelines and AI use

Podcast

Online features and fighting fraud: should a neobank replace your legacy bank?

Irish consumers are embracing online banks in their droves, but do they trust them with their salaries, savings and investments?Adrian Weckler is joined by Bianca Zwart, chief strategy officer at bunq to discuss the rise of digital banking in Ireland, why younger customers are turning to crypto and investing apps, and whether neobanks can compete with traditional institutions on trust, fraud protection and customer support. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism

Money Talks

How the Puglia Paddys swapped a €3,000 a month mortgage for an €86k home in Italy

With every summer holiday, there’s an almost inevitable routine of boarding a plane to a sun-drenched destination and then wondering: could I just stay? This week’s Money Talks guest has done just that. As one half of the Puglia Paddys, John Nolan and his partner have swapped life in Nurney, Co Kildare, for Osteria in Italy.Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: John Nolan (Puglia Paddys)The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product

Video

Where does Ireland stand on a social media ban for under 16s?

Where does Ireland stand on a social media ban for under 16s?

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Video

Indo Politics: Darragh O'Brien on energy prices, excise cuts and the budget

Indo Politics: Darragh O’Brien on energy prices, excise cuts and the budget

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Video

‘Gifts’ from private hospital consultants to public colleagues for delivering babies ‘not just in Rotunda’, Dáil told

‘Gifts’ from private hospital consultants to public colleagues for delivering babies ‘not just in Rotunda’, Dáil told

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Video

Iranian fans before the World Cup match against New Zealand

Iranian fans before the World Cup match against New Zealand

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