South East Technological University (SETU), has officially launched: startX. A pre-accelerator programme aimed at supporting four cohorts of ambitious early-stage innovators. Read more
Wexford’s growing tech community have a new place to get together, share ideas and network thanks to the re-launch of Wexford Tech Meetup. The first event took place at Scurri offices on Selksar Street on Tuesday December 5th 2023, with upcoming events planned for 2024. Read more
AI skills technology company Abodoo has partnered with EIT Digital to present the (d)Academy, a global initiative to provide talent with the cutting-edge digital skills needed to thrive in today’s economy. Read more
Waterford Airport’s major runway expansion is now a step closer after securing a €12m major private investment from Comer Group International in partnership with Bolster Group that will pay for half the proposed plan. Read more
A new programme called StartX has been launched by South East Technological University (SETU) that addresses the need for strengthened innovation and entrepreneurship in the south east region. The programme will support four cohorts of ambitious early-stage innovators with pre-accelerator programmes running between March and May 2024. Read more
Data Science & Artificial Intelligence start-up Zerve has raised $3.8 million in pre-seed funding. Based in Clonmel the company was set up in 2021 by Philly Hayes, Jason Hillary and Greg Michaelson. Read more
The Big Pitch 2023 took place yesterday in Kilkenny Castle and in front of a packed house GoChallenge emerged the winner of the €10k prize after strong pitches from fellow start-ups and finalists Reso Health and Celtonn. Read more
A new partnership between GreenTechHQ and Skillnet Ireland aims to turn Enniscorthy into a thriving business hub. The partnership was announced on Thursday at the formal opening of GreenTechHQ’s sustainability innovation hub in the Technology Park in Enniscorthy.
Final approval has been reached for the South East Technological University to conclude the purchase of the Waterford Crystal site in Waterford. SETU will now sign final contracts to purchase 20.3 acres of the 37-acre Waterford Crystal site.
The Innovation Exchange Event is on the 26th October 11am to 12noon at GreenTechHQ, Enniscorthy Technology Park. The Innovation Exchange connects large businesses facing innovation challenges with ambitious SMEs that fast track solutions. Read more