There is something special about DES in Malaga. The annual innovation conference grows year on year, with bigger names, more spectacular events and lots of deep passionate conversations.

This year, its eight edition, saw the attendance grow to 17,157 executives from 41 countries. During three days, DES2024 analyzed the impact of the application of artificial intelligence, along with other digital solutions such as blockchain, data analytics and cybersecurity, on business.

Present at the show were 403 global firms such as IBM, Oracle, Nvidia, Santander, T-Systems, Clear Channel, eBay, Fhios, Jirada, NP Digital, The Cocktail, Vass, Westcon and Zoho, which presented solutions and applications of technologies related to AI, digital twins, blockchain, cybersecurity, data analytics, multicloud, Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality, among many others.

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DES OG speaker and regular, Magnus Melander, Evangelist & Co-founder of THINGS, has now permanently inserted the date in his calendar every year. He praises the organisers (mostly women I am assured) for their innovation and care. This is the best conference he attends, hailing from the cooler northern climes of Sweden to enjoy the sunshine in Malaga.

"They really look after their speakers, moderators and guests," he says. The opening celebrations are more akin to a celebrity music event and the welcome beach party spares no detail. Trays of tapas and drinks are circulated freely all evening and soon the guests become loquacious.

Spanish is the dominant language but innovation is the lingua franca.

Magnus moderates a panel on AI and steers his speakers in a direction to understand its long-term impact. The following day he talks about blockchain and business. His common-sense advice when evaluating new software is to just do it.

"If you have the business sense worked out, then don't be afraid to ditch legacy systems and install new - it'll be faster in the long run," he says.

During his talk he has an epiphany - what impact will Quantum Computing have on blockchain. "Will Quantum computing break the immutability of blockchain?" Later on, at another talk he discovers another expert posting the same question. All roads lead to quantum it seems.

Cryptocurrency also plays a major role in the talks. On the IBM innovation stage, Adrian White of Santander Bank based in Ireland, talks about the two types of money - private and public, he says. Regulation is a key part of these conversations, including the much-vaulted MiCA framework.

The Spanish lead for Binance talks about stablecoins and how they are to be regulated in some 20 days' time, but no one mentions the problematic position of Tether with its reliance on Cantor Fitzgerald and its apparent lack of EU banking. Not everything is being resolved on stage.

Longevity and immortality also raise their heads. José Luis Cordeiro, author of #TheDeathofDeath, is a prominent speaker and advisor. He knows everyone and holds a doctorate from MIT. He speaks of cryogenics, the complex human brain and how we will achieve immortality around the same time as singularity is expected to become confirmed in 2045. It's a vast leap of faith, and possibly the last frontier for human kind. He travels to Dublin the following weekend for a dedicated longevity conference.

The Awards Dinner is hosted in Castillo de Gibralfaro. With impressive views across the city and bay, it is a very prestigious affair. The mayor, Francisco de la Torre Prados, gives an impassioned speech. He is fervent in his promotion of Malaga, as befits a continuous mayor of almost 25 years. He says that everyone from the Muslims to the Christians have fought over this gem of a city.

Despite being on the more conservative side of politics, he sports a coloured pin representing the 17 UN SDGs. He has been supporting these before his liberal counterparts even knew about them, he tells us proudly.

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Coming to Dublin for the first time, InvestHer Summit 2024 kicked off yesterday running from June 19th-21st at Dublin Royal Convention Centre, bringing together Ireland's foremost investors, influential policy shapers, and trailblazing women entrepreneurs.

The event, in partnership with EY and now in its second year, aims to enhance access to funding and market opportunities for women entrepreneurs, offering attendees the chance to engage with investors, learn from industry leaders and participate in meaningful discussions which challenge the status quo.

Anne Ravanona, Founder and CEO of Global Invest Her says: "We are building a global movement to close the funding gap and get 1 million women entrepreneurs funded by 2030. Despite research consistently showing that women founders provide a higher return on investment, we receive under 2% of total VC capital globally. Something has to change. At InvestHer Summit, we are showcasing what happens when women are believed in, venture backed, and empowered."

InvestHer Summit seeks to help female founders navigate the complex funding landscape, accelerate their entrepreneurial journey, and build powerful networks that drive professional growth. The event will feature lightning talks, expert panels and fireside chats, as well as action workshops and networking socials.

With 60+ distinguished speakers, including Shana Chu, CEO & Founder of Tailr, Christine Boyle, CEO of Senergy, Denise McQuaid, Co-Founder of Awaken Angels, Naomi McGregor, Founder & CEO of Movetru and many more, the InvestHer Summit is expecting 300+ attendees and 15 international delegations.

Eimear McCrann, Director, EY Ireland Entrepreneur of the Year programme said: "At EY Ireland we are really proud of our role in supporting and enabling entrepreneurs, as part of our mission to build a better working world for all.

For more than 27 years our Entrepreneur of the Year Programme has been inspiring and celebrating entrepreneurs across the island of Ireland - including many trailblazing female entrepreneurs who have built globally significant businesses right here and who continue to give back to the Irish entrepreneurial community today.

"The InvestHer Summit is a springboard for women entrepreneurs to amplify their ideas and connect with the kind of resources and supports that can scale business ideas into successful companies. Irish entrepreneurs have an international scaling mindset and innate capacity to grow and succeed across borders and cultures and I can't wait to join the Summit here in Dublin this week and hear firsthand about the next generation of entrepreneurs."

Anne added, "It is our belief that women are the greatest untapped resource in the world, and Dublin is the perfect setting to showcase precisely this - as a truly global city and an effective gateway to the international funding ecosystem."

InvestHer Summit will also host its annual pitch competition, where female founders actively seeking funding can apply and showcase their company. The winners will receive expert mentorship, as well as tailored support and valuable resources from industry leaders. These prizes have a measurable impact on the success trajectory of recipients.

One winner from last year's competition, Stupa Sports Analytics, raised approximately €3.1m in a pre-series A round in May of this year, and Berlin-based proptech Novo, went on to raise €1m in pre-seed funding.

Supported by Enterprise Ireland, Failte Ireland, Meet in Ireland, Dell Technologies and many others, InvestHer is set to create a supportive environment for women entrepreneurs to connect with investors and learn from distinguished peers, equipping them with the practical resources they need to thrive in business and overcome obstacles in their funding journey.

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The Marine Institute welcomes 22 undergraduate students this month to the Institute's facilities in Oranmore, Co Galway and Newport, Co Mayo, as part of the 2024 Summer Bursary programme.

The Bursary Programme enables students to gain valuable practical experience and gain exposure to the day-to-day activities of the Institute. Over a period of eight to twelve weeks, students have the opportunity to learn from experts in their field and form future networks before completing third-level education.

This year's students will undertake placements in Marine and Freshwater Fisheries monitoring, Aquaculture, Benthic monitoring, Shellfish safety, SmartBay community engagement, Data Analysis, Human Resources, Oceanography, and marine communications.

"The Marine Institute Bursary Scholarship Programme has been running for over 30 years and continues to offer opportunities for undergraduate students to develop their skills and strengthen their knowledge in relation the marine sector," said Patricia Orme, Director of Corporate Services at the Marine Institute. "The programme helps students make informed decisions early in their studies about the marine and maritime careers they would like to pursue."

As part of the Bursary Programme, students will deliver presentations to Marine Institute staff and fellow bursary students about their experience and the skills and insight gained during their placement.

"The Summer Bursary Programme has been in place since the 1960s, and many current and former staff of the Marine Institute credit completed bursaries for their decision to pursue a career within the organisation," said Helen McCormick, Senior Laboratory Analyst and coordinator of the Bursary Programme. "Bursary students are given the opportunity to gain insights into future careers in the world of marine science and conduct research in their preferred fields and areas of interest."

The Bursary Scholarship Programme is available to undergraduates of Universities and Institutes for Higher Education who have completed two years or more of study in a relevant discipline. Applications for the 2025 Summer Bursary programme will open in Spring 2025.

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White paper 133 provides comprehensive guidance on selecting the optimal liquid cooling architecture for AI servers, addressing common challenges and solutions.

Highlights the benefits of liquid cooling, including improved energy efficiency, enhanced server performance, and reduced environmental impact.

Offers detailed insights into six common heat rejection architectures and their suitability for different data centre environments.

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Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has released white paper 133 titled "Navigating Liquid Cooling Architectures for Data Centres with AI Workloads." The paper provides a thorough examination of liquid cooling technologies and their applications in modern data centres, particularly those handling high-density AI workloads.

The demand for AI is growing at an exponential rate. As a result, the data centres required to enable AI technology are generating substantial heat, particularly those containing AI servers with accelerators used for training large language models and inference workloads. This heat output is increasing the necessity for the use of liquid cooling to maintain optimal performance, sustainability, and reliability.

Schneider Electric's latest white paper guides data centre operators and IT managers through the complexities of liquid cooling, offering clear answers to critical questions about system design, implementation, and operation.

Understanding Liquid Cooling Architectures

Over the 12-pages authors Paul Lin, Robert Bunger, and Victor Avelar identify two main categories of liquid cooling for AI servers: direct-to-chip and immersion cooling. They describe the components and functions of a coolant distribution unit (CDU), which are essential for managing temperature, flow, pressure, and heat exchange within the cooling system.

"AI workloads present unique cooling challenges that air cooling alone cannot address," said Robert Bunger, Innovation Product Owner, CTO Office, Data Centre Segment, Schneider Electric. "Our white paper aims to demystify liquid cooling architectures, providing data centre operators with the knowledge to make informed decisions when planning liquid cooling deployments. Our goal is to equip data centre professionals with practical insights to optimise their cooling systems.

By understanding the trade-offs and benefits of each architecture, operators can enhance their data centres' performance and efficiency."

The white paper outlines three key elements of liquid cooling architectures:

1. Heat Capture Within the Server: Utilising a liquid medium (e.g. dielectric oil, water) to absorb heat from IT components.

2. CDU Type: Selecting the appropriate CDU based on heat exchange methods (liquid-to-air, liquid-to-liquid) and form factors (rack-mounted, floor-mounted).

3. Heat Rejection Method: Determining how to effectively transfer heat to the outdoors, either through existing facility systems or dedicated setups.

Choosing the Right Architecture

The paper details six common liquid cooling architectures, combining different CDU types and heat rejection methods, and provides guidance on selecting the best option based on factors such as existing infrastructure, deployment size, speed, and energy efficiency.

With the increasing demand for AI processing power and the corresponding rise in thermal loads, liquid cooling is becoming a critical component of data centre design. The white paper also addresses industry trends such as the need for greater energy efficiency, compliance with environmental regulations, and the shift towards sustainable operations.

"As AI continues to drive the need for advanced cooling solutions, our white paper provides a valuable resource for navigating these changes," added Bunger. "We are committed to helping our customers achieve their high-performance goals while improving sustainability and reliability."

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At a groundbreaking gathering hosted by ADAPT, the SFI Research Centre for AI-Driven Digital Content Technology at Trinity College Dublin, European leaders and innovators are convening to explore the powerful, transformative potential of AI, presenting new insights in the race for technological supremacy and ethical governance.

Drago? Tudorache MEP, the architect of the groundbreaking AI Act, will deliver a keynote talk on 'The Geopolitics of AI', which centres on the EU's initiative to set a gold standard for AI regulation amid a global race for AI supremacy. He will discuss how Europe can drive innovation while also creating a future where AI serves humanity's best interests.

Mr Tudorache said: "With the passage of the AI Act, we now have a series of rules that will steer the development of technology around the world. We have forever nudged AI in a direction where humans are either at the centre, where fundamental rights are respected, and where, in the geopolitical struggle over values, democracy rests at the heart of technological progress.

"We must now start exporting these rules, vigorously, and we need to leverage our diplomacy, our foreign policy, our economic policy and strategic planning to ensure that the global AI race has our values at its core. This way, we will have a competitive advantage on the global stage."

Entitled "Generative AI: From Research to Impact Across Domains," the conference will welcome government officials, international politicians, and state agency representatives who are engaging with leading AI researchers, governance specialists, and innovative ADAPT start-up founders spearheading advancements in the "fourth industrial revolution." This convergence fosters a multidisciplinary dialogue on the transformative potential of AI across various sectors.

Key Takeaways from the Conference

Geopolitical Impact: The conference examines the EU's AI Act, exploring its profound implications for establishing global AI standards and effective AI regulation. Speakers will emphasise the importance of creating robust frameworks that ensure AI technology is developed and utilised in ways that uphold democratic values and human rights while fostering international cooperation and competitiveness.

Multidisciplinary Insights: Leading experts from diverse fields, including healthcare, history, and human rights, will discuss AI's transformative impact, showcasing groundbreaking advancements and the pressing need for collaborative approaches in addressing AI's societal implications.

Innovation and Ethics: Attendees will discuss the critical importance of establishing ethical guidelines to navigate the complexities of AI innovation, ensuring that progress is aligned with societal values and human rights. This balanced approach is seen as vital for fostering sustainable and responsible AI development.

At the conference, attention will also be given to the newly formed EU AI Office, established by the European Commission's Directorate General of Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG CNECT). Tasked with implementing the EU's landmark AI Act, the AI Office aims to regulate the rapidly evolving technology based on risk assessment, ensuring robust governance of AI within the EU.

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science, Patrick O'Donovan said: "Our mission must always be to make sure that generative AI contributes positively to society, driving progress, and helping us to tackle the greatest challenges of our time. Through strategic investments we are fostering groundbreaking advancements in generative AI and also positioning Ireland as a global leader in digital transformation."

Professor John D Kelleher, Director of ADAPT and Chair of Artificial Intelligence at Trinity College Dublin, said: "ADAPT's annual conference sets the benchmark for dialogue in AI technology and exemplifies our commitment to fostering responsible AI development that aligns with ethical standards...

Revolut, the financial app with more than 40 million customers worldwide and over 2.8 million in Ireland, has added bonds to its investment offering in Ireland. Its investment services in the EEA are provided by Revolut Securities Europe UAB (Revolut).

Bonds emerge as a good starting point for those individuals who tend to be more risk-averse, normally offering stability and great portfolio diversification. Good credit ratings and protection against inflation further contribute to their appeal for investors seeking stability and potentially reliable returns.

Both governments and corporations utilise bonds as a means to raise capital, offering investors the chance to effectively lend money in exchange for periodic interest payments and eventual repayment of the principal amount. Different bond types offer various risk and return profiles, and they should be assessed accordingly. Bonds' returns might also make them a good hedge in case of a wider economic downturn.

Revolut currently allows trading of close to 40 corporate and government bonds and will expand the list in the upcoming months. The minimum amount to start investing in bonds is USD/EUR 100, with 0.25% fixed fee per trade (min. USD/EUR 1). Other fees may apply.

This is yet another step in Revolut's mission to build an all-in-one investment platform that is multi-asset class, has coverage across EEA markets, and caters to both advanced and beginner users. With access to 2,800+ US and EU listed companies, and 500+ Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), users can check the performance of their investments in real-time with live watchlists, trading charts, and market news - all within the Revolut app.

Earlier this year, Revolut also removed the custody fees (0.12% of the annual market value of the assets held by the client) across all the financial instruments offered in the app to UK and EEA customers by Revolut Trading Ltd and Revolut Securities Europe UAB, respectively.

Rolandas Juteika, Head of Wealth and Trading (EEA) at Revolut, said: "We continue expanding Revolut investment offering with bonds, a great way to diversify the investment portfolio, hedge against uncertainty, and generate fixed income. With higher potential returns and diversification benefits, bonds offer a compelling alternative for investors seeking to build wealth and preserve capital."

Maurice Murphy, General Manager at Revolut Bank UAB - Ireland Branch, added: "Bonds trading is just another way in which we are solving all things money for our customers in Ireland, and we expect this to be a very useful addition for those wishing to grow their wealth. Along with our recently introduced Instant Access Savings product and our automated portfolio management tool Robo-Advisor, Revolut remains a frontrunner in helping Irish people to grow their finances more broadly."

Revolut has recently introduced a wide array of investment options for its customers across the EEA, all available within the Revolut app: US, EEA stocks, ETFs and now bonds. The company has also introduced Trading Pro - a paid subscription that offers, among other benefits, access to pricing benefits (e.g. lower commission fees and higher order size limits) and additional analytics features.

For those less experienced investors, Revolut offers its Robo-Advisor service, which is most advantageous for customers who have limited or no trading experience or simply don't have time to do extensive research and actively trade.

Investment services in the EEA are provided by Revolut Securities Europe UAB ("Revolut"), which is an investment firm authorised and regulated by the Bank of Lithuania. As with all investments, capital is at risk. The value of investments can go up and down. Past performance, as well as a bond yield shown in gross, is not a reliable indicator of future performance and Revolut does not guarantee that your investment objectives will be achieved or that the portfolio will generate returns.

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OxygenCare, a leading provider of life-saving medical equipment and solutions, announces a new partnership with Defibtech, a manufacturer of life-saving resuscitation devices, to improve the availability of rescue-ready defibrillators in Ireland which could save lives.

Defibtech, a long-standing American manufacturer in medical technology, is dedicated to crafting dependable, affordable, and user-friendly products, empowering communities globally to respond to sudden cardiac arrest.

Joseph Mullally, Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations, Defibtech, said: "Partnering with an industry leader like OxygenCare was a natural fit for Defibtech. We have a shared mission to provide emergency medical technology and spread awareness which can save lives. We recognise that the true impact of our work lies not only in the accessibility of our products but also through knowledge and skills".

Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of death in Ireland, with at least 9,000 deaths and 25,000 hospital admissions each year according to the HSE. The availability of functional defibrillators is crucial, and inadequate maintenance has rendered many devices non-functional, exacerbating the issue.

Conrad Wynne, Senior Product Specialist, Resuscitation, OxygenCare, said: "This partnership with Defibtech not only enhances our critical care offering but enables us to help ensure that AEDs across Ireland are both available and functional when people need them. Emergency situations arise all the time and every second counts in these situations, so having operational, life-saving technology is crucial.

As a leading provider of emergency and resuscitation equipment, OxygenCare has extensive experience and a long-standing reputation in the Irish healthcare industry. The addition of Defibtech's Lifeline AED (automated external defibrillators) greatly enhances its existing portfolio.

Joseph Mullally added: "By combining our defibrillator products with OxygenCare's support and service, we're equipping organisations and communities across Ireland with the tools, knowledge and confidence to act decisively in the face of cardiac emergencies. Together, we are on a journey to reach this goal, saving lives and safeguarding communities, one heartbeat at a time."

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CÚRAM, the Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) research centre for medical devices based at the University of Galway, today launched an economic report that puts its value to the Irish economy at €756 million, building on 10 years of public investment.

CÚRAM was established in 2015 with an initial commitment of Government investment of €64.8 million through Science Foundation Ireland.

Economic impact analysis carried out by Mazars shows that investment in CÚRAM, to the end of 2023, has led to direct spending of €210 million in the Irish economy and the generation of a further €546 million in economic activity in Ireland - putting its economic value at €756 million and a more than 10-fold return on government funding.

CÚRAM has helped to expand Ireland's attractiveness as a global hub for the medtech sector - one of only a handful of locations in the world - by establishing partnerships and by fully funding or co-funding collaborative projects with 47 innovative companies in the sector.

Investment in CÚRAM has also supported a total of 2,547 jobs in the Irish economy.

In addition, more than €80 million of EU grant funding has been committed to research projects at CÚRAM.

Welcoming the report, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science,?Patrick O'Donovan, T.D., said: "I congratulate CÚRAM for its significant impact on the Irish economy and society. This report demonstrates the importance of the Government's policy of continuing to invest in research and innovation and supporting excellence and scale through the world-leading SFI Research Centre Network in areas of strategic national importance.

"CÚRAM provides innovative solutions for industry and society, which enable better quality of life for patients. As our population ages, this is helping us to create a better tomorrow for all citizens."

Professor Ciarán Ó hÓgartaigh, President of the University of Galway, said: "I would like to congratulate CÚRAM as they mark ten impactful years of research. The centre epitomises what it means to be for the public good. The real value of CÚRAM remains its people, and its key strength lies in building collaborations and networks that generate impactful research."

Dr Siobhan Roche, Director of Science for the Economy at Science Foundation Ireland, joined in the celebration of the Centre's success, said: "CÚRAM has a strong track record of generating high-quality research and training the next generation of medical device researchers. The Centre's deep commitment to education and public engagement is not only inspiring younger generations to pursue a career in STEM but is also promoting new approaches in the management of chronic illness.

Amplifying its impact, CÚRAM has attracted over €225.7 million in additional investment from industry and EU sources, further highlighting the value of publicly funded research to the Irish taxpayer."

CÚRAM Director, Professor Abhay Pandit, said: "Addressing chronic disease to support healthy aging is one of the most pressing public health and economic challenges of our time. Our research programme is developing solutions to help us all live well as we age, with conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes and neurological disorders."

CÚRAM has a further three years of operation left in its current Government funding period to build even further on its impact. By connecting the patient voice with the combined expertise and technologies of Ireland's leading scientists, clinicians and engineers from 10 universities, alongside international industry partners, the Centre ensures that its research is shaped and guided by the invaluable perspectives of people with lived experience of chronic illness.

Dr Eoghan Ó Faoláin, Director of Irish MedTech: "Ireland is one of the top employers of MedTech professionals in Europe, and it is in no small part due to our rich talent pool of third-level graduates and dynamic supports for upskilling. By fostering collaboration between higher e...

Vodafone Ireland has been named the best mobile network for the 9th consecutive year by independent benchmarking organisation umlaut. It assessed all mobile networks available and is the most comprehensive test in Ireland. Vodafone has also been recognised as the 'Best Choice' for broadband and mobile converged services.

For mobile, the company achieved 'Best in Test' and scored highest above its competitors, with a score of 922 points out of 1000, the highest score ever received for mobile in Ireland. As well as number one nationwide, Vodafone has received "Best in Reliability" with the highest score across this category.

Amanda Nelson, CEO of Vodafone Ireland, said: "We are absolutely delighted with this external recognition of the reliable network experience our mobile and fixed customers enjoy. Our entire team at Vodafone Ireland are passionate about ensuring 'always on' connectivity for our customers in homes and businesses throughout the country.

We are committed to investing in our network and customer experience, and to score the highest marks ever for any mobile network in Ireland is a great moment and validation of that work."

Umlaut, which this year assessed more than 200 networks in over 120 countries, tested and measured the performance of networks offering both mobile and fixed broadband converged services across Ireland for the first time. In conducting the mobile benchmark analysis, umlaut carries out a 5,500 km drive and walk test, across five cities, 16 towns and all major roads with 10,000 voice calls and 75,000 data sessions.

This equates to 40% population coverage. The true customer experience is even more extensive, using

crowd-sourced data from 98% of the population and testing an area of 62,962 km2. To measure fixed broadband, 3.7 million samples were collected from 4187 lines.

Vodafone Ireland is amongst the top-performing mobile networks worldwide. When it came to converged broadband services, Vodafone came out on top for fixed broadband with an overall score of 941 points out of 1,000.

The recognition comes as Vodafone continues to invest in its network. Following its €300 million investment over the last three years, an additional €500 million is currently being deployed over the next four years to enhance services for customers.

The investment in the network includes the shut off of 3G and transition to the stronger and more sustainable 4G and 5G networks to provide the most reliable network experience across Ireland. The 3G shut-off has already been successful in Limerick, Cork, and Galway city, with Dublin City set to follow in the coming weeks.

Earlier this year, Vodafone won the award for Best Mobile Performance in 2023 with nPerf for the 2nd year in a row. Nperf points are calculated based on five key performance indicators (KPIs) of Download Speed, Upload Speed, Latency, Web browsing and YouTube Streaming. Vodafone came out on top across Upload Speed, Latency, Web browsing and YouTube Streaming.

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Integrity360, one of the leading pan-European cyber security specialists, has announced the launch of a fully managed service spanning the portfolio of cyber security and network solutions by Fortinet, a global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, in Ireland.

Integrity360 is launching this new service for SMEs and enterprises across Ireland, the UK and Europe amid demand from customers to reduce the complexities and challenges associated with a threat landscape which is constantly changing.

Integrity360 is leveraging its in-depth expertise in designing and managing Fortinet-powered solutions to provide an end-to-end managed service which consolidates multiple vendors and technologies. As well as enabling customers to better manage advanced technologies and equipping them with the necessary skills, it will also boost solution efficiency and reduce costs.

The service includes the Fortinet Security Fabric platform, the most integrated, most open portfolio of products in the industry, backed by one operating system (FortiOS), one unified agent (FortiClient), one management console (FortiManager), one data lake (FortiAnalyzer), open APIs, and integration with over 500 third-party products.

In addition, Secure SD-WAN enhances work-from-anywhere with a comprehensive SASE solution by integrating cloud-delivered SD-WAN with Security Service Edge (SSE). The service provides customers with 24/7 monitoring to proactively identify any issues and manage any incidents that occur. It also provides access to Integrity360's remote security operations centre (SOC) and service desk support.

In turn, the holistic managed service will result in cost savings, increased uptime, strengthened data security, and enhanced business performance for organisations.

Brian Martin, Director of Product Management, Integrity360, said: "This service provides customers with a one-stop network and cyber security shop for the ever-evolving business landscape. Customers can avail of a portfolio of managed services tailored to their individual needs, removing the increasing complexities associated with deploying and managing solutions in-house, and enabling them to focus on their core business objectives.

"Companies can often implement solutions and services with digital acceleration front of mind, with the issue of security becoming an afterthought. We are increasingly seeing a trend in the industry around security and network convergence, and we believe that one unified and consolidated managed service will help to relieve pressure on customers, while enabling them to keep pace with current demands."

Paul Donegan, country manager for Ireland, Fortinet, added: "Integrity360, a longstanding partner of Fortinet, consistently ensures their engineers and sales teams stay abreast of Fortinet's product advancements. We're thrilled to collaborate with our Expert Partner, Integrity360, as an MSSP, expanding access to Fortinet's Security Fabric as a service across SMEs and Enterprises across Ireland, the UK and Europe."

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