By @SimonCocking. Our IoT Awards event concluded successfully yesterday. Thanks to everyone who came, well over 100 of the top people in the Irish and European IoT space. Sharing great insights, wisdom and observations. Thanks to all our judges, sponsors and hosts DCU Alpha who helped to make th day such a great success. We’re delighted with all the comments, and feedback to ensure next year’s event is event better. Meanwhile here are some great tech stories you may have missed. As always if you’d like your business featured please drop us a line here simon@irishtechnews.ie 

When digital becomes human, reviewed

Python and DevOps recruitment insights with Michael Diver, Software Placements

Breaking Down Blockchain: The Smarter Ledger, Alex Tapscott interviewed, Breaking Banks podcast

State of the Drone nation. Irish drone insights with Gearóid Ó Briain and Oisin McGrath

Motivation and performance. A guide to motivating a diverse workforce. Reviewed.

The Financer, cutting edge fintech insights with Sam Maule as he interviews Chris Skinner

Autonomous and Connected Vehicles. Knight Rider’s Kit coming soon for everyone

Natalie Whittle and The Hidden Cities partnership, innovating in 360, coming to AR/VR Innovate, May 11th

Hacking growth with Sean Ellis and Morgan Brown. Growth hacking insights from the masters

BARE in the Woods, June 9th – 11th Garryhinch Woods, Offaly

3 Reasons Why Content Curation Matters

Ethical Considerations for Connected Health. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

ANTONY JENKINS: WE CAN BUILD A BETTER BANKING SYSTEM WITH TECHNOLOGY

Weekly tech review, great stories from Irish Tech News you may have missed


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