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6,000 people take part in Microsoft training programme

The programme, called StepIn2Tech, is being run in collaboration with Fastrack into IT and aims to train 10,000 people
  • Emmet Ryan
  • June 24, 2022

This Working Life: Finding the balance to make a success of new hybrid working practices

Employees show no desire to go back to pre-pandemic ways of working and businesses that take a positive and flexible approach to hybrid strategies are more likely to retain staff
  • Anne Sheehan
  • May 8, 2022

Digital Ireland – Inclusive Recovery

Des Ryan, director of solutions at Microsoft Ireland, discusses the digital imperative and the need to combine investment in digital transformation and change with the right security solutions.
  • Post Reporter
  • January 30, 2022

Crown jewel stays on the PS5, but Sony swallows a huge loss

The Japanese entertainment giant lost $18bn in value in just one day when Microsoft announced it was buying Activision-Blizzard, but Call of Duty will not be migrating to the Xbox
  • Emmet Ryan
  • January 23, 2022

The Gadget Guru: Microsoft Surface Go 3, BenQ EX2710Q, Heavys

A new Microsoft Surface, a high-colour gaming monitor and some heavy duty headphones are reviewed this week
  • Emmet Ryan
  • January 23, 2022

A whole new level: Why Microsoft is paying $68.7bn to acquire Activision-Blizzard

The gaming giant owns a series of popular franchises allowing Microsoft to attract more users to its Game Pass service
  • Emmet Ryan
  • January 18, 2022

Nearly half of Irish businesses behind the curve on digital work practices — Microsoft study

The report found just under 30% of senior leaders said they are using digital technologies to grow their businesses
  • Lorcan Allen
  • December 9, 2021

Microsoft calls for ‘Dublin-specific’ solutions to country’s power crisis

The US technology giant believes priority should be given to new data centres that are ‘real’ and ‘shovel-ready’
  • Lorcan Allen
  • November 28, 2021

Tech’s the season to be jolly: The best devices to get this Christmas – if you can

Given the global shortage of chips, electronic products will be in greater demand than ever before during this festive season, so start your search for these gems immediately
  • Emmet Ryan
  • November 14, 2021

Windows 11 is on the way, here’s what to expect

Skype is on the way out while your PC display is going to look more like your phone with the latest Microsoft upgrade
  • Emmet Ryan
  • June 25, 2021

Opening up the Gates: how a tech legend’s feet of clay betrayed him

When Bill and Melinda Gates announced their intention to divorce after decades of marriage, the initial response was an outpouring of sympathy – but then the rumours and insinuations began to creep out
  • Marion McKeone
  • May 30, 2021

The Gadget Guru: Microsoft Surface Laptop 4; Glamdoll ring light; Bluvy

A brilliant new Microsoft laptop, a helpful light fixture for video calls and a Bluetooth bathroom entertainment system are reviewed by the Gadget Guru this week
  • Emmet Ryan
  • May 23, 2021

How apps and social media changed the way we work

Clunky IT solutions have been pushed aside as employees expect consumer-type experiences and fast access to the apps they need
  • Ian Campbell
  • April 25, 2021

Typetec launches €25,000 innovation competition

Tech fund prize will be awarded to a start-up in conjunction with Microsoft Ireland
  • Emmet Ryan
  • April 25, 2021

Tech View: The real reason why Microsoft is buying Nuance

Paying $20 billion for a company that appeared to be past its best puts the software giant in a position to harness the full potential of the Dax product
  • Emmet Ryan
  • April 18, 2021

US tax incentive sparked $150bn flight of funds from Irish Microsoft arm

Microsoft Research Ireland’s dividends to its parent multiplied after Donald Trump announced a one-time low tax window to lure corporate capital home
  • Killian Woods
  • April 12, 2021

Software as a stream: how subscription models became the norm

A quiet revolution has transformed how software is bought and even installed, but is the service model the answer to our prayers or will we be pining for the days of paying upfront?
  • Jason Walsh
  • March 28, 2021

Pandemic creates a perfect storm for virtual security

Two of the largest attacks ever recorded and increased working from home have led to an urgent need for companies to revisit their security protocols
  • Emmet Ryan
  • March 28, 2021

LinkedIn data reveals staff exodus from retail and tourism

A joint report from the IDA, Microsoft and LinkedIn confirms anecdotal evidence of a talent flight from the sectors during the pandemic
  • Killian Woods
  • March 7, 2021

Bill Gates: ‘I’m fundamentally an optimist because I’ve seen what technology can do’

In an in-depth interview, the Mircosoft founder explains why he has thrown his money and time behind the campaign to avoid a climate catastrophe
  • Connie Hedegaard
  • February 17, 2021

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