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It’s the end of an era at Apple as CEO Tim Cook hands over the keys of the kingdom to John Ternus. So, this week is an Apple special looking at; Who is John Ternus? Get to know the man behind Apple Silicon and the modern iPad. We discuss why his hardware-first background signals a shift away from Tim Cook’s supply-chain focus and what that means for future device innovation. The Legacy of Tim Cook: We look back at 15 years of unprecedented growth, from the masterstroke of moving manufacturing beyond China to the staggering financial success that made Apple the most valuable company on the planet. The Hits and the Misses: A candid look at the "Top Ten" moments of the Cook era—from the game-changing Apple Watch and M-series chips to the more divisive bets like the Vision Pro and the infamous butterfly keyboard. —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTubehttps://www.podfollow.com/tech

Shoes that are now AI, how your smart TV is spying on you and full movie leak on X are just some of the stories this week. We also look at the push for a definitive "off" switch for Ireland’s legacy copper network. While full fibre reaches new milestones, the transition isn't as simple as swapping a cable; it’s a logistical puzzle involving everything from elderly care panic buttons to the humble office fax machine. We look at why the UK is aiming for 2027 and what a copper-free Ireland might actually look like by 2030. Plus, our guest Barry Byrne joins us to preview Knowledge Summit Dublin, explaining why "Humans in the Loop" is the essential philosophy for navigating the AI era. For more on the event or to grab your tickets, go to: knowledgesummitdublin.com —----- Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTubehttps://www.podfollow.com/tech

Was Artemis II moon mission an anti-climax? While the crew is set to break records for the furthest humans have ever travelled from Earth, it turns out that being a space pioneer isn't all glamour. Between broken toilets and the ultimate "down to Earth" frustration, Outlook failing to sync, we look at the reality of life inside the Orion capsule. Then, we dig into the latest economic reports regarding AI and the job market. It’s not all doom and gloom, but it is a wake-up call. We explore why IT workers might be the most at risk, the reality behind recent mass redundancies at Oracle, and how you can position yourself to be part of the 93% who could see a pay rise rather than a P45. In other stories we cover if your Kindle is about to become a paperweight and how you can try out the newly launched Digital Wallet for Ireland. You can sign up for it here; https://bit.ly/digital-wallet-ireland Finally, we’re joined by Mary Rodgers, CEO of PorterShed, to mark their tenth anniversary. She chats with Niall Kitson about the grit required to build a genuine start-up ecosystem in Galway and what’s next for the Irish tech hub. If you would like to sign up for the Portershed Spark Conference on 23rd April at the Dexacom Stadium in Galway, use this link; https://portershed.com/spark —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTubehttps://www.podfollow.com/tech

A super packed Easter edition diving into the scale of the Artemis moon mission, how it’s dwarfed by AI and what will happen next. There is a slew of other space news this week, including Irish involvement in the ISS and an Aer Lingus collaboration with Starlink. Still at home, we look at the shifting tides of the Irish tech sector. Intel are making a massive move to reclaim its Leixlip plant and Oracle are facing significant job cuts. Finally, we’re back on the streets of the capital. We chat with Julian Moutte of Bentley Systems about how Digital Twins aren't just for architects anymore, they’re actually helping Dublin Fire Brigade prepare for major incidents with surgical precision. —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube https://www.podfollow.com/tech

A heavy hitter this week focusing on a landmark legal ruling that could fundamentally change how apps in your pocket are designed. It’s the Google/Meta "Addictive by Design" verdict. We look at why the jury targeted features like infinite scroll and autoplay and what this means for the future of notifications. We’re also diving into a massive security breakthrough involving the Criminal Assets Bureau and a lost fortune in Bitcoin, before chatting with Sean McCarthy about an AI phone assistant that sounds so naturally Irish, it’s almost uncanny. From the 20th anniversary of Twitter to Alexa’s new "sassy" personality (yes, she can swear now), there’s plenty to share with you! Demo AI Answering Bot: Call 01 233 9888 or set a test one up of your own at botbureau.ie —----- Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube https://www.podfollow.com/tech

As the government looks toward Digital Wallets to enforce age limits for under-16s, we ask is this a convenient security solution or simply a massive new attack surface for your biometric data? We also find out why Samsung pulled the plug on the Galaxy Z Trifold and Meta pulled the plug on the Metaverse.  To wrap things up, we take you to University College Dublin. Niall Kitson speaks with the team at the School of Computer Science about their pioneering 6G testbed. We find out why 6G isn’t just about faster YouTube downloads, but rather a complete overhaul of network automation and cybersecurity. —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTubehttps://www.podfollow.com/tech

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/ —----- Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTubehttps://www.podfollow.com/tech

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 —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube https://www.podfollow.com/tech

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. Find out more about Rena at https://www.chirpfamily.com —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube https://www.podfollow.com/tech

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. —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube. Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-radio-ireland/id256279328 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5vAWM1vvHbQKYE79dgCGY2 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TechRadioIreland RSS - https://feeds.transistor.fm/techradio

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. —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTubehttps://www.podfollow.com/tech

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 —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube. Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-radio-ireland/id256279328 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5vAWM1vvHbQKYE79dgCGY2 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TechRadioIreland RSS - https://feeds.transistor.fm/techradio

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. —-----  Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube. Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-radio-ireland/id256279328 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5vAWM1vvHbQKYE79dgCGY2 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TechRadioIreland RSS - https://feeds.transistor.fm/techradio

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. Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube —-----  Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-radio-ireland/id256279328 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5vAWM1vvHbQKYE79dgCGY2 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TechRadioIreland RSS - https://feeds.transistor.fm/techradio

This week, we look at the rapidly shifting landscape of digital defense, where the line between "smart computing" and true Artificial Intelligence is becoming increasingly blurred. As criminals begin to use Large Language Models to craft flawless phishing emails and bespoke malware, the "human factor" is being tested like never before. We're asking a vital question: Is it time to stop blaming the user and start building better guardrails? From the "confidently wrong" nature of AI decision-making to the terrifying reality of supply chain attacks like SolarWinds, we explore why the old methods of "detect and react" are no longer enough to keep businesses safe. In our interview this week, we talk about the journey of cybersecurity with Danny Jenkins, co-founder of ThreatLocker. From his early days as an apprentice in Cavan to leading a global security firm in Florida, Danny explains the evolution of "Zero Trust" and why the most dangerous hacking tools today might look exactly like your iPhone charging cable.—-----Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube https://www.podfollow.com/tech