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Irish consumers 6 times more likely to be scammed by falling for AI fake

Irish consumers 6 times more likely to be scammed by falling for AI fake

Victims spend an average of 8.9 days resolving online scams, and 50 per cent of those targeted say they now avoid shopping with smaller or unfamiliar brands.

Nearly 1 in 4 employers expect to increase hiring in 2026

Nearly 1 in 4 employers expect to increase hiring in 2026

There is a positive hiring outlook for 2026, with nearly 1 in 4 employers (24 per cent) in Ireland planning on increasing recruitment over the next six months, indicating growing confidence among employers following a period of heightened geopolitical and trade volatility.

Two thirds of Irish SMEs concerned about impact of new global trade war

Two thirds of Irish SMEs concerned about impact of new global trade war

A record high in optimism levels seen amongst Irish small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) several months ago has dropped back to more average levels as the turmoil of high US tariff announcements - and subsequent pauses - drives more uncertainty

Staffing, energy costs and access to finance biggest worries for Irish SMEs, survey finds

Staffing, energy costs and access to finance biggest worries for Irish SMEs, survey finds

‘Tsunami’ of costs faced by businesses threatening to ‘hollow out’ towns

‘Tsunami’ of costs faced by businesses threatening to ‘hollow out’ towns

Protest to be held at Leinster House over costs faced by shops and restaurants

Protest to be held at Leinster House over costs faced by shops and restaurants

Explained: What you need to know about Amazon.ie launching next year

Explained: What you need to know about Amazon.ie launching next year

Waterford consultant launches safety book for businesses

Waterford consultant launches safety book for businesses

Thu, 16 May, 2024

From running fire drills at home with her children, to running health and safety departments and a consultancy firm, Mary Darlington launches the ultimate go-to guide for all things safety.