The Ultimate Guide to Generative AI

2026 · Irish Edition

Also known as GenAI.

Generative AI is reshaping the digital landscape by powering advances across industries with its ability to create content, assist decision-making, and automate processes. From enhancing customer experience platforms and streamlining business workflows to transforming healthcare and cybersecurity, generative artificial intelligence is driving innovation and operational efficiency at an unprecedented scale.

Businesses and organisations are increasingly adopting generative AI technologies to harness its potential benefits, while also grappling with challenges such as data privacy, security risks, ethical considerations, and the need for robust governance. As generative AI solutions become core components of enterprise strategies, understanding their capabilities and implications is vital for staying competitive in today’s rapidly evolving digital economy.

Our stories explore practical deployments, emerging trends, and expert insights on generative AI’s impact across sectors, helping readers navigate its opportunities and challenges. Whether you are interested in the latest AI-driven product innovations, policy developments, or strategies for successful AI integration, this collection offers comprehensive information to keep you informed about the pivotal role of generative AI in transforming businesses and society.

Irish Generative AI news
Analyst Insights
Check Point wins Frost & Sullivan recognition for WAF
Frost & Sullivan · GenAI · Firewalls
Last week
Amplitude launches AI assistant for in-product support
Gartner · GenAI · Digital Transformation
Last week
SnapLogic adds AI gateway to push agents into work
Gartner · GenAI · MarTech
This month
Gigamon eyes AI-led surge in network observability
IDC · GenAI · Virtualisation
This month
Infobip launches AgentOS platform, targets agentic AI shift
Gartner · GenAI · UC
This month
Expert columns
Not all automation technology is created equal: choosing the right tool for the right challenge
By Laura Mathews of VisibleThread
Last week
Why Legal Services demand is about to grow, not shrink
By Jamie Ng of Ashurst
This month
AI can inspire travel, but it still can't book it. That's about to change
By Mike Putman of Custom Travel Solutions
This month
How leadership, people and technology are key for AI adoption across Irish businesses
By Mark Hopkins of Dell Technologies Ireland
This month
Why AI-powered security needs network telemetry across the hybrid cloud
By Ryan Mahoney of Gigamon
Last month
Agent computers: The PC era, amplified
By Alexey Navolokin of AMD
Last month
Adapting to change: How SEO specialists can leverage Google's generative AI update
By Haekal Aditya of Manning & Co
Last month
The pros and cons of AI in content generation: all you need to know
By Haekal Aditya of Manning & Co
Last month
Trust as a measurable asset for CMOs in the age of AI
By Geoff Main of Passionberry Marketing
Last month
AI proof over hype: In a market obsessed with scaling AI, smart organisations are obsessed with proof
By Slavena Hristova of ABBYY
Last month
Five red flags that suggest your AI content is actually hurting your rankings
By Gareth Hoyle of Marketing Signals
Last month
Gender bias in AI - how to spot it, and how to prevent it
By Ruth Bucknell of Merkle UK
Last month
Why women can be leaders when it comes to AI
By Heather Barnhart of SANS Institute
Last month
It's not a gender gap, it's a confidence gap: Rethinking women's participation in the AI era
By Quinny Lei of StarHub
Last month
Women own the most underrated skill in tech: Translation
By Lauren Malhoit of IP Fabric
Last month
Interviews
Exclusive: Google Cloud accelerates shift to agentic data
Discussing Data Warehousing
Last week
Exclusive: Google sees success with niche AI playbooks
Discussing Cloud Services
Last week
Diligence the watchword as oversight lags AI governance
Discussing Data Protection
Last month
Exclusive: Orderfox pushes into autonomous execution with Gieni ABX
Discussing Software-as-a-Service
Last month
UiPath Accelerates AI in Software Development and Testing
Discussing Software engineering
Last month
Recent news
Irish firms boost generative AI use as staff adopt it
About Social Media
Last month
Irish firms waste EUR €720 million on failed AI projects
About Business Intelligence
Last month
Qualcom invests EUR €500,000 in secure AI services
About Cloud Services
Last month
Anthropic offers EUR €355,000 AI roles in Dublin push
About IT Industry
Last month
Irish firms say AI adoption hit by talent shortages
About Data Protection
Wed, 25th Feb 2026
team.blue rolls out AI tools across its business brands
About Software-as-a-Service
Yesterday
AI referrals convert nearly three times better than search
About Marketing
Yesterday
TCS expands Google Cloud tie-up with four AI offerings
About IT services
Yesterday
AI shopping agents reshape retail buying & checkout
About Online shopping
Yesterday
TCS expands Google Cloud partnership for autonomous AI
About Cloud Services
Yesterday
Portal26 launches token controls for autonomous AI agents
About Software-as-a-Service
Last week
Merck signs USD $1 billion AI deal with Google Cloud
About Cloud Services
Last week
Mars expands Google Cloud AI tie-up with Gemini Enterprise
About Cloud Services
Last week
Vodafone & Google Cloud launch AI & security tools
About Cloud Services
Last week
Infosecurity Europe adds AI summit amid cyber defence shift
About Data Protection
Last week
Valeo expands Google Cloud tie-up with Gemini rollout
About Data Protection
Last week
Crescendo expands into UK & Europe after rapid growth
About IT Industry
Last week
Cloudsmith raises USD $72 million in Series C round
About Cloud Security
Last week
CrowdStrike launches AI security coalition with partners
About Managed Security Services Provider
Last week
Explainer: How Adobe is building agentic marketing
About Marketing
Last week
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