What’s It to You Who Runs the Internet?
Internet Governance doesn't just happen. A lot of talking goes on to make sure that everyone's interests are represented while progress is made. If your business is the Internet, you can cross your fingers and hope
Dropbox Follows Twitter by Basing Services in Ireland, as UK Gives Immunity to Spies
If you live outside the United States and use Twitter, then from today that service is provided to you by Twitter International Company, which is based in Dublin. In its announcement last month the company made
Fergal Crehan on “Ireland as a Digital Privacy Powerhouse” [Video]
On Friday, Twitter announced a change to their terms of service and privacy policy which puts Ireland at the centre of its international operations, citing the benefits of European data protection law as a rationale for the move. Just
John Oliver Interviews Edward Snowden
Last night's episode of "Last Week Tonight" was longer than normal due to John Oliver doing a special segment on government surveillance. The segment included a lengthy in person interview with Edward Snowden that John Oliver
PITCH Finalists Announced – Finals On #WebSummit Centre Stage From 2pm
Pitch, which is the largest start-up competition in Europe, is being held in Dublin as part of Web Summit. The competition is sponsored by Coca-Cola. With over 200 entries from over 36 countries the last two
New IP Bill will Enhance Legal Protection for Generic Drug Development
The Intellectual Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2014, which is published today, will enhance the immunity from patent infringement for companies involved in testing generic versions of drugs while the original drugs continue to enjoy patent protection. A case in 1984
