# working life — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover working life. Page: Feed: --- ## [ESA’s Sophie Adenot is the first French woman to spacewalk](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/innovation/sophie-adenot-first-french-woman-spacewalk-esa-nasa-space-exploration) _2026-08-20 · Laura Varley · Silicon Republic_ Adenot and NASA's Anil Menon conducted the spacewalk with the goal of replacing a failed space-to-ground antenna on the International Space Station. Read more: ESA’s Sophie Adenot is the first French woman to spacewalk ## [Report: Only sectors aiding AI adoption sure to grow from it](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/report-only-sectors-aiding-ai-adoption-poised-for-sure-growth) _2026-08-20 · Suhasini Srinivasaragavan · Silicon Republic_ ‘Only markets in three categories – infrastructure; data and AI; and identity, access and network security – are broadly positioned for clear growth,’ finds Forrester. Read more: Report: Only sectors aiding AI adoption sure to grow from it ## [For this IT programme manager, tech is more than just computers and coding](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/careers/it-program-manager-tech-computers-coding-leadership-productivity) _2026-08-20 · Laura Varley · Silicon Republic_ Meera Harichan discusses the true potential of technology to bring together communities with a shared vision and how diversity should never be a box-ticking exercise. Read more: For this IT programme manager, tech is more than just computers and coding ## [Who’s leading Ireland’s new chip advisory council?](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/innovation/whos-leading-irelands-new-chip-advisory-council) _2026-08-20 · Suhasini Srinivasaragavan · Silicon Republic_ The new council will provide independent expert advice to the Government on developing the semiconductor sector. Read more: Who’s leading Ireland’s new chip advisory council? ## [UK AI start-up Callosum secures $100m in seed funding round](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/start-ups/uk-ai-start-up-callosum-secures-100m-seed-funding-round) _2026-08-20 · Laura Varley · Silicon Republic_ The 2025-founded company aims to demonstrate that not every company requires high-end, powerful graphic processors or AI strategies. Read more: UK AI start-up Callosum secures $100m in seed funding round ## [Bloomberg: UK AI chips start-up Fractile could raise $600m](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/start-ups/bloomberg-uk-ai-chips-start-up-fractal-could-raise-600m-chips-semiconductors) _2026-08-20 · Tim Barnwell · Silicon Republic_ Fractile was founded in 2022 and operates from two primary locations in London and Bristol. Read more: Bloomberg: UK AI chips start-up Fractile could raise $600m ## [Uber launches its first European robotaxi service in Croatia](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/business/uber-pony-ai-verne-croatia-robotaxi-zagreb-autonomous-vehicle) _2026-08-20 · Suhasini Srinivasaragavan · Silicon Republic_ Pony and Uber are also expanding their partnership across four additional European cities. Read more: Uber launches its first European robotaxi service in Croatia ## [Stripe confirms acquisition of OpenRouter, terms undisclosed](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/business/stripe-agrees-to-buy-openrouter-terms-undisclosed) _2026-08-20 · Suhasini Srinivasaragavan · Silicon Republic_ Real-world economic potential of AI will depend on efficient usage of scarce compute resources, Stripe's Patrick Collison said. Read more: Stripe confirms acquisition of OpenRouter, terms undisclosed ## [New report explores ‘hidden stress window’ experienced by commuters](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/careers/eport-explores-hidden-stress-window-experienced-commuting-employees-nurosym) _2026-08-19 · Laura Varley · Silicon Republic_ Nurosym’s report highlights how Irish employees may be struggling to let the stress of the workday go, once the day is done. Read more: New report explores ‘hidden stress window’ experienced by commuters ## [NCI to launch two bachelor’s courses in AI and cybersecurity](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/innovation/nci-to-launch-two-bachelors-courses-in-ai-and-cybersecurity) _2026-08-19 · Suhasini Srinivasaragavan · Silicon Republic_ 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 ## [AI QA That Opens Fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/GCwo5GruI0Uj) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Runs browser QA, files issues with repro evidence, and opens fix PRs. ## [Why connectivity and cybersecurity can’t be treated separately](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/why-connectivity-and-cybersecurity-cant-be-treated-separately) _2026-08-19 · silicon · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ Magnet Plus’s Patrick Masterson discusses why now is the time to engage in a combined network and security strategy to ensure business continuity and maintain customer trust. Read more: Why connectivity and cybersecurity can’t be treated separately ## [Report: Availability of support stalling hiring for neurodivergent workers](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/careers/report-availability-of-support-stalling-hiring-neurodivergent-workers-equality) _2026-08-18 · Laura Varley · Careers – Silicon Republic_ The growing gap in the hiring of employees with disabilities in Ireland is due in part to a lack of confidence among employers that they can meet the needs of a more diverse workforce. Read more: Report: Availability of support stalling hiring for neurodivergent workers ## [How might workplace AI negatively impact older employees?](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/careers/workplace-ai-negatively-impact-older-employees-balance-skills) _2026-08-18 · silicon · Careers – Silicon Republic_ Memorial University of Newfoundland's Judah Adeniyi explores the pros and cons of introducing AI into an already established working environment. Read more: How might workplace AI negatively impact older employees? ## [From the Playground to the Boardroom with Patty Azzarello](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/from-the-playground-to-the-boardroom-with-patty-azzarello) _2026-08-18 · Your Working Life_ How do you keep climbing the corporate ladder while quietly panicking on the inside? Patty Azzarello knows firsthand. She became the youngest general manager in Hewlett-Packard's history at thirty-three, ran a billion-dollar business at thirty-five, and was a CEO by thirty-eight. In her new memoir, Why Is SHE Still Here? My Ungraceful Journey from the Playground to the Boardroom , Azzarello pulls… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Patty_Azzarello.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [Challenge and opportunity in Ireland’s regulatory pharma space](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/people/challenge-opportunity-ireland-regulatory-pharma-space-working-life) _2026-08-17 · silicon · Careers – Silicon Republic_ Viatris’ Suzanne Keating discusses the changing face of pharma frameworks in Ireland and offers advice for young professionals. Read more: Challenge and opportunity in Ireland’s regulatory pharma space ## [How are fintech careers impacted by advancements in AI?](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/careers/fintech-careers-impacted-advancements-ai-skills-balance-opportunity) _2026-08-17 · Laura Varley · Careers – Silicon Republic_ Artificial intelligence is transforming expectations for professionals working in fintech and with financial infrastructure. Read more: How are fintech careers impacted by advancements in AI? ## [French authorities investigating hack of national tax department](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/french-authorities-investigating-hack-of-national-tax-authority) _2026-08-17 · Tim Barnwell · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ The incident followed other recent cyberattacks involving French public institutions. Read more: French authorities investigating hack of national tax department ## [Jason Arday, the press, and workplaces' responsibility to prevent suicide](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/jason-arday-press-work-suicides) _2026-08-16 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ And a plea for your help. ## [5 careers available to jobseekers with finance skills in 2026](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/careers/5-career-routes-jobseekers-finance-skills-2026-working-life) _2026-08-14 · Laura Varley · Careers – Silicon Republic_ If you have broad finance-based skills, but aren't sure how to apply them to a career, then consider one or even all of the following five career routes. Read more: 5 careers available to jobseekers with finance skills in 2026 ## [Thinking of a career in fintech? Then brush up on these skills](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/advice/career-fintech-skills-education-learning-development-goals-productivity) _2026-08-13 · Laura Varley · Careers – Silicon Republic_ The fintech space is moving along at an alarming pace, and these skills for staying informed and capable should be kept in mind. Read more: Thinking of a career in fintech? Then brush up on these skills ## [Watch Chovy Code Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/3C2PU0RDL1C9) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Join live coding streams with real-time collaborative screen sharing, open source and free. ## [9 companies in Ireland recruiting finance professionals right now](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/jobs-news/9-companies-ireland-recruit-finance-professionals-working-life-careers) _2026-08-12 · Laura Varley · Careers – Silicon Republic_ Thinking of a new role in finance? Then check out SiliconRepublic.com’s list of companies looking to add to their teams. Read more: 9 companies in Ireland recruiting finance professionals right now ## [Why employee retention is at the heart of the cyber skills gap](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/why-employee-retention-is-at-the-heart-of-the-cyber-skills-gap) _2026-08-12 · silicon · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ ‘The bucket is leaking, and the industry keeps blaming the tap,’ writes Nahla Davies discussing the cybersecurity talent shortage. Read more: Why employee retention is at the heart of the cyber skills gap ## [‘I love solving puzzles and this industry is full of them,’ says this cyber CISO](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/careers/solving-puzzles-industry-cyber-ciso-skills-working-life) _2026-08-12 · Laura Varley · Careers – Silicon Republic_ Company86’s Cheryl Martin discusses the cyber landscape and why the sector's skills shortage is more than a recruitment problem. Read more: ‘I love solving puzzles and this industry is full of them,’ says this cyber CISO ## [Courses to help you upskill in finance without breaking the bank](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/careers/courses-help-upskill-finance-breaking-bank-skills-education) _2026-08-11 · Laura Varley · Careers – Silicon Republic_ If you want to upskill in finance but are fiscally conscious, consider one of these free or inexpensive programmes. Read more: Courses to help you upskill in finance without breaking the bank ## [Super Teams with Ron Friedman](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/super-teams-with-ron-friedman) _2026-08-11 · Your Working Life_ What separates elite teams from average ones? According to psychologist Ron Friedman, it's not longer hours or more meetings, it's how teams manage energy, attention, and each other. Friedman, bestselling author of The Best Place to Work and Decoding Greatness , surveyed thousands of teams for his latest book, Superteams: The Science and Secrets of High-Performing Teams , drawing on real-world… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Ron_Friedman.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [Levi Strauss corporate data stolen in cyberattack](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/levi-strauss-corporate-data-stolen-in-cyberattack) _2026-08-07 · Suhasini Srinivasaragavan · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ No consumer data was impacted in the hack, the company clarified in a regulatory filing. Read more: Levi Strauss corporate data stolen in cyberattack ## [What is a side-channel attack in cybersecurity?](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/system-leak-secrets-hacked-skills-cybersecurity-compliance-risk-breach) _2026-08-04 · silicon · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ Chetan Jaiswal of Quinnipiac University explains what a side-channel attack is and how it impacts modern cybersecurity. Read more: What is a side-channel attack in cybersecurity? ## [Feel Better About Your Money with Carrie Joy Grimes](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/feel-better-about-your-money-with-carrie-joy-grimes) _2026-08-04 · Your Working Life_ In this episode Caroline interviews Carrie Joy Grimes, the founder and CEO of WorkMoney, a nonprofit serving over 9 million Americans with practical financial guidance, and the author of the new book The Joy of Money: How to Do More With and Feel Better About Your Money No Matter How Much You Have . Drawing on her experience talking directly with everyday Americans about their finances, plus her… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Carrie_Joy_Grimes.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [OpenAI agents breach Modal client system after Hugging Face hack](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/openai-agents-breach-modal-client-system-after-hugging-face-hack) _2026-07-29 · Suhasini Srinivasaragavan · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ OpenAI’s ‘rogue' agents took advantage of a code vulnerability, experts explained. Read more: OpenAI agents breach Modal client system after Hugging Face hack ## [8 ways to detach your self-worth from work this week](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/8-things-to-do-this-week-to-detach) _2026-07-26 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ I challenge you! ## [Real SIMs for AI Agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/X1Rf572jrWCz) _2026-07-26 · **Sponsored**_ Pass 2FA and verifications with real carrier numbers via our API. ## [Power Reimagined with Khadijah Sharif-Drinkard](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/power-reimagined-with-khadijah-sharif-drinkard) _2026-07-24 · Your Working Life_ In this episode, Caroline talks with Khadijah Sharif-Drinkard, author of the new book Power Reimagined: My Mission to Get It, Grow It and Give It Away , she draws on personal stories—from a discrimination lawsuit she won as a teenager to negotiating equal pay as a junior attorney—to challenge conventional ideas about who holds power and how it's built. She offers a framework for turning obstacles… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Khadijah_Sharif-Drinkard.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [Report: EMEA businesses not reaping benefits from their AI spend](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/emea-businesses-servicenow-ai-enterprise-spending) _2026-07-20 · Suhasini Srinivasaragavan · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ Research from ServiceNow indicates an 18-point gap between AI strategy and execution in EMEA. Read more: Report: EMEA businesses not reaping benefits from their AI spend ## [Getting Teams Unstuck with Gustavo Razzetti](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/getting-teams-unstuck-with-gustavo-razzetti) _2026-07-19 · Your Working Life_ Gustavo Razzetti, culture strategist and CEO of Fearless Culture, has spent 25 years helping teams break through the conversations they keep avoiding. In this episode, he introduces the concept of "conversational debt", the hidden cost that builds when smart people stay silent, talk in circles, or mistake politeness for progress. Drawing on his new book, Forward Talk , Gustavo breaks down the… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Gustavo_Razzetti.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [Transport for London hackers jailed for five and a half years](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/transport-for-london-hackers-jailed-for-five-and-a-half-years) _2026-07-16 · Colin Ryan · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ The duo behind the major 2024 cyberattack are reported to have been leading members of the Scattered Spider cybercrime collective. Read more: Transport for London hackers jailed for five and a half years ## [I'm worried about work's impact on mental health. Bosses should be too.](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/im-worried-about-works-impact-on) _2026-07-11 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ Trigger warning: Frank discussions of suicide and suicidal thoughts. ## [In a Good Place with Leidy Klotz](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/in-a-good-place-with-leidy-klotz) _2026-07-10 · Your Working Life_ In this episode of Your Working Life, Caroline Dowd-Higgins talks with Leidy Klotz about the power of our physical spaces. Klotz, a behavioral scientist and University of Virginia engineering professor, wrote the new book In a Good Place: How the Places Where We Live, Work, and Play Can Help Us Thrive . While most self-improvement advice focuses on what we do, Klotz makes a compelling case for… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Leidy_Klotz_FINAL.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [Commission refers Ireland to CJEU for failing to enact cyber rules](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/eu-commission-refers-ireland-to-cjeu-court-for-not-implementing-cybersecurity-nis2) _2026-07-09 · Suhasini Srinivasaragavan · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ Ireland, Spain, France and the Netherlands are the only member states yet to incorporate the NIS2 directive into national law. Read more: Commission refers Ireland to CJEU for failing to enact cyber rules ## [Free Your Team from Excessive Thoughtload with Liane Davey](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/free-your-team-from-excessive-thoughtload-with-liane-davey) _2026-07-07 · Your Working Life_ Today, we have an appointment with the "Teamwork Doctor"! Liane Davey is an organizational psychologist, CEO advisor, and author of her forthcoming book Thoughtload: Manage the Madness and Free Your Team to Do Great Work . With over 25 years of experience advising teams at companies like Amazon, Google, and Walmart, Davey argues that today's workplace crisis isn't caused by oversized workloads —… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Liane_Davey_FINAL.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [The 3 questions I ask before saying yes to any work (that you should ask too)](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/3-questions-everyone-should-ask-about-work) _2026-07-05 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ And the questions everyone – in any job – should be asking themselves. ## [Cloudflare to block AI crawlers from ad-supported webpages by default](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/cloudflare-to-block-ai-crawlers-from-ad-supported-webpages-by-default) _2026-07-02 · Colin Ryan · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ Come 15 September, multipurpose crawlers used by the likes of Google, Microsoft and Apple will be blocked by default according to Cloudflare's new rules. Read more: Cloudflare to block AI crawlers from ad-supported webpages by default ## [Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults with Caroline Maguire](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/friendship-skills-for-neurodivergent-adults-with-caroline-maguire) _2026-06-28 · Your Working Life_ Today's guest is Caroline Maguire, an internationally recognized social-emotional learning expert, ADHD coach, and author of the groundbreaking new book Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults: A Guide for the Anxious, Uniquely Wired, and Easily Distracted . Caroline offers neuroscience-grounded strategies for a community too often left out of conversations about connection, belonging, and… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Caroline_Maguire_FINAL.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [The Psychological Safety Playbook with Minette Norman](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/the-psychological-safety-playbook-with-minette-norman) _2026-06-20 · Your Working Life_ In this episode of Your Working Life, Caroline Dowd-Higgins speaks with Minette Norman, keynote speaker, former software executive, and award-winning author about her new book The Psychological Safety Playbook for Changemakers . Despite psychological safety topping the list of leadership priorities, Minette explains why it still isn't working in most organizations and why mission statements and… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Minette_Norman_FINAL.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [What's that job like? A sex educator and intimacy coach shares a peek at her working life](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/whats-that-job-like-sex-educator-intimacy-coach) _2026-06-18 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ Ruth Ramsay shares how she got into this industry and the best and worst parts of her job. ## [Moments That Matter with Chris Dyer](https://ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad.libsyn.com/moments-that-matter-with-chris-dyer) _2026-06-15 · Your Working Life_ In this episode, Caroline Dowd-Higgins is joined by Chris Dyer, whose new book Moments That Matter: See, Shape, and Scale What Counts offers a groundbreaking look at why we remember less than one percent of what we experience. Dyer reveals that the moments shaping our careers, cultures, and relationships rarely announce themselves, they happen in hallways, on quick phone calls, and in the first… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ab86f711-aaf0-44b0-8574-6923e29229ad/YWL_Chris_Dyer_FINAL.mp3?dest-id=3718965) ## [Redundancy destroys people. We urgently need change.](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/redundancy-destroys-people-we-urgently) _2026-06-15 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ Some thoughts. ## [Your boss expects overwork. Here's how to manage it.](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/how-to-work-for-a-boss-who-hates-boundaries) _2026-05-31 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ 3 tips on how to hack it. ## [Modern work is a humiliation ritual](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/work-humiliation-ritual) _2026-05-25 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ Please, sir, may I have some basic dignity? ## [What do you want?](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/what-do-you-want) _2026-05-22 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ I want to make sure Working On Purpose is genuinely valuable for you. Tell me how! ## [10 things I should have done while I was in full-time employment](https://workingonpurposenewsletter.substack.com/p/10-things-i-should-have-done-in-full-time-employment) _2026-05-18 · Ellen Scott · Working On Purpose_ It might be too late for me, but it is certainly not too late for you!