NCI to launch two bachelor’s courses in AI and cybersecurity
The courses are expected to launch in September 2027, subject to approval. Read more: NCI to launch two bachelor’s courses in AI and cybersecurity
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OpenAI launches teen ChatGPT amid calls for greater child safety
In a bid to crack down on harmful activities, the model – which is designed with young people in mind – aims to limit access to controversial topics such as self-harm and sexual content. Read more: OpenAI launches teen ChatGPT amid calls for greater child safety
Data on testosterone levels in women outdated, limiting – study
Hertility’s research assessed data from 30,453 women aged between 18 and 74 who accessed at-home hormone testing in England, Scotland and Wales over five years. Read more: Data on testosterone levels in women outdated, limiting – study
2027 Stripe YSTE contest open for applications
The fintech title sponsor has raised its prize pool and travel support for schools, and announced a mentorship programme for top projects. Read more: 2027 Stripe YSTE contest open for applications
Tipperary’s Jamie Palmer on Icarus Robotics and an industrialised orbit
The two-year-old New York-based start-up will test its robot aboard the ISS early next year. Read more: Tipperary’s Jamie Palmer on Icarus Robotics and an industrialised orbit
Alibaba AI models pass Google, Meta with 3bn downloads
'Qwen has become part of the default workflow for developers', Hugging Face said. Read more: Alibaba AI models pass Google, Meta with 3bn downloads
China’s Z.ai unveils GLM-5.3, claims chart-leading scores
GLM-5.3 scores 84.5pc on CyberGym, ahead of Anthropic’s Mythos 5 and OpenAI’s GPT-5.6 Sol. Read more: China’s Z.ai unveils GLM-5.3, claims chart-leading scores
Report – nearly 2,500 employed by research spin-outs in Ireland
The Annual Knowledge Transfer Survey 2025 shows rising innovation activity and increased industry collaboration within the Irish ecosystem. Read more: Report – nearly 2,500 employed by research spin-outs in Ireland
Alice & Bob to work with European network on quantum error fixes
The partnership will work to train researchers across quantum error correction. Read more: Alice & Bob to work with European network on quantum error fixes
Quantinuum and Oracle partnering to blend quantum and cloud
The collaboration will explore how hybrid quantum-AI infrastructure could address some of the globe’s most pressing challenges. Read more: Quantinuum and Oracle partnering to blend quantum and cloud