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Inishowen Innovation: A New Era of Disruptive Technological Innovation and Growth
The ii represents a significant milestone towards fostering disruptive technological advancement, entrepreneurship and economic development. ...
ATU unveils new partnership to explore economic opportunities in the global semiconductor supply chain
“This is an exciting knowledge exchange opportunity to further cooperation between third-level institutions in the Northwest" ...
Precision Sports Technology wins ALPHA Innovation’s first-ever 'Disrupt By The Sea 2023'
"Disrupt By The Sea showcased some of the best the county has to offer", Kevin Sexton ALPHA Innovation's Head of Innovation. ...
Inishowen Innovation Hub: Pioneering the future of work and collaboration
A new chapter begins as the Inishowen Innovation Hub welcomes visionaries and innovators to Buncrana ...
Disrupt By the Sea, ALPHA Innovation’s flagship pitch event
ALPHA Innovation is looking for 6 globally ambitious founders who are ready to take the next step and make their mark, growing and scaling into the US market. ...
Donegal County Council launches the Working Holiday Campaign
Book your free Digital Hub Pass for this summer and enjoy Donegal's work and life balance! ...
gTeic@MálainnBhig Digital Working Hub will facilitate working remotely in Malin Beg
Co-funded as part of Our Rural Future programme and by Donegal County Council and Údarás na Gaeltachta, it has been launched by Minister Heather Humphreys. ...
Young entrepreneurs and Donegal's tech revolution
Driven by ambition and innovation, young entrepreneurs can reshape the future of business in the region. ...
MIT's Innovators Under 35 festival shows breakthrough technologies
Brilliant young entrepreneurs and researchers whose technology can make the world a better place meet in Gweedore. ...
Connected Hubs will host a national showcase promoting the benefits of hub working in Ireland
Save the date! On April 26th hubs across the country will open their doors for a national Connected Hubs Showcase Day. ...
Digital Transformation as Key Skills for the Advance Centre Industry Forum
Addressing key skills for Digital Transformation in Industry ...
Supporting start-ups through the Donegal Digital Innovation Hubs network
Donegal Digital organises an event during the Local Enterprise Week to inspire and facilitate digital tech start-ups and entrepreneurs’ growth. ...
“I’m just thankful I chose a course that combined my passion for sports with an interest in design and technology”
Andrew Dolan, Senior Product Manager based in Germany, received once in a lifetime chance to work in a team who created Argentina’s World Cup-winning jersey. ...
Be inspired with Local Enterprise Week in Donegal!
6 March: Learn how DIHs can support start-ups to assist their growth at 'Supporting Start-ups through the Donegal Digital Innovation Hub Network'. ...
Donegal is calling: discover a standard of living as high as the county’s breathtaking mountain peaks
Donegal County Council launches a new campaign to encourage people to relocate and experience a more connected and balanced life. ...
Connect with Donegal Digital on LinkedIn!
In 2023, we have set up a new channel to improve our engagement with anyone interested in Donegal Digital and its aims. ...
Discover Errigal College New STEM and Coding Lab
The room provides a safe, easily managed, and shared learning and making environment which allows for growth and development. ...
Our Rural Future – Minister Humphreys Launched Ireland’s first National Hub Summit
300+ Hubs to be registered in Ireland by end of year ...
'Grow via Digital' event showcases local digital stories and opportunities
The session has been organised within the 'Digital First Day' national campaign by the Digital Ireland Network, together with Ireland’s 262 ConnectedHubs. ...
Great success story for CoWork Plus Carndonagh in Donegal
The Digital Innovation Hub offers Fire Protection Specialists the perfect work and life balance in Carndonagh ...
Minister Humphreys announces suite of new initiatives to support Remote Working
The National Hub Summit will take place on 24 November in County Roscommon to map out the future of the National Hub Network. ...
'Minding Media', ATU promotes a digital skills project for schools
The Atlantic Technological University participates in a transnational project to increase the advertising literacy of children and wider society. ...
Virtual Reality brings Donegal’s Historic Maritime heritage back to life
Donegal applies digital technologies to foster culture and tourism, such as immersive technology, to experience historical maritime tourist attractions. ...
Two new gteic digital hubs to be developed on Toraigh and Gleann Cholm Cille
Tory island and Gleann Cholm Cille will offer shared workspace as an attractive solution to start-up enterprises and remote workers. ...
gteic@Carraig Airt and gteic@Gaoth Dobhair officially opened!
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has inaugurated the DIHs in Carrigart and Gweedore. ...
Donegal’s successful transition to the digital economy
Governor Makhlouf met with stakeholders from the North West to discuss the development of Donegal's digital transformation ecosystem. ...
Pangea a Global Company setting EU Base in Dungloe Gaeltacht
Tripling staff numbers in Donegal over the next two years ...
Memorandum of Understanding signed by Donegal ETB and Údarás na Gaeltachta
Partnership between Údarás na Gaeltachta and Donegal ETB to benefit Donegal communities ...
The ii's temporary hub now open
Temporary hub open ahead of new building works being completed ...
National partnership launched between Connected Hubs and Zoom
The BASE Enterprise Centre is a part of the DigiWest network ...
Donegal County Council Retrofitting Project
Letterkenny public services centre shortlisted for the Irish Construction Excellence Awards ...
New initiatives announced for remote working by Minister Humphrey
Connected Hubs app launched and new funds to enhance remote working ...
Donegal participating in digitalisation European projects: DEVISE
SMEs benefitting from digital skills in Donegal ...
Donegal Local Enterprise Office’s Enterprise Week Events
A series of events lined up for Donegal’s Enterprise Week ...
A tourism partnership between Údarás na Gaeltachta and Fáilte Ireland
Partnering the Gaeltacht and Ireland's tourism ...
Donegal’s Gaeltacht to host MIT’s Innovators Under 35 Europe Festival
Europe’s 35 young Innovators are set to visit Gweedore’s Gaeltacht ...
Public Consultation for Gweedore’s ‘Green Gaeltacht’ Photovoltaic Project
Údarás na Gaeltachta is looking to reduce their Carbon Footprint ...
What can't be done using the GIS?
Geographical Information Systems can be altered for more than just maps. ...
‘Building strong children’, the ethos which drives MOSAIC Digital Solutions
"For digital technology businesses, the potential that Donegal has, to achieve the perfect work-life balance are endless." ...
Donegal Digital's success presented to over 110 stakeholders in Romania
ERNACT General Manager Colm McColgan has showcased Donegal Digital as a successful digital ecosystem. ...
New Remote working Guidelines released by Táiniste Leo Varadkar
Exciting News for remote workers across Ireland ...
Údarás na Gaeltachta publishes End of Year Statement 2021
The gteic network has already shown that it is part of the essential infrastructure of the Gaeltacht. ...
Step forward for Donegal’s Alpha Innovation Centre
The centre will be built in Letterkenny to provide flexible accommodation solutions including Office and Research & Development (R&D) facilities. ...
Donegal County Council and Údarás na Gaeltachta secure funding to revitalise rural areas
€1,169,396 funding for Buncrana to optimise digital connectivity and €196,119 to develop the Northwest Bioeconomy Hub in Cill Ulta. ...
Minister Robert Troy TD visits 'inishowen innovation' digital hub
Last week Buncrana received the visit of the Minister, who reviewed the construction work of the future hub. ...
The future of sustainable food production being pioneered in Donegal
Údarás na Gaeltachta client to assist diversification of plant-protein production across Ireland. ...
OCO Global to establish strategic operations base in the Donegal Gaeltacht
International consulting firm use gteic@Gaoth Dobhair Digital Hub to access Irish market. ...
Donegal Digital showcased at European level
Our Action Plan becomes well known in Northern Ireland, Romania, Spain, Bulgaria, Finland, France and Belgium! ...
Latest Digital Foundations and Digital Innovation Tools in Donegal
An Open Data Training Portal, Digital Research Business Case to increase investment, Digi-tech SME cluster and much more! ...
Údarás na Gaeltachta and LYIT sign MoU supporting regional development with an emphasis on the Irish language
Resources sharing to improve service provision and collaborate on the promotion and use of the Irish language in training and development activities. ...
CUA Presidents Welcome Ministerial Approval for TU Designation
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Manufacturing boost for North West as LYIT showcase revolutionary scanning technology
"The manufacturing sector is a significant contributor to the local economy in the North West with a high calibre of both indigenous & multinational businesses" ...
Donegal Connect 2021: Your location for business success!
Donegal Connect 2021 has been officially launched with an exciting Programme of Events to take place virtually on Thursday October 28th. ...
Donegal JPC Cyber Awareness Week to stay safe and secure online
Donegal Joint Policing Committee are holding a Cyber Awareness Week in response to the growing threat of cybercrime. ...
€250,000 awarded to WiSAR to increase the renowned R&D capacity in the North West
Tánaiste gives green light to major investment at LYIT research lab under the Enterprise Ireland Capital Equipment Call. ...
DigiHub: a new space for ICT and Digital entrepreneurs and remote workers
Minister Humphreys officially opens Stranorlar’s DigiHub at The BASE Enterprise Centre. ...
Donegal, a great tech location and a good place to live and work remotely
The new Donegal Digital website presents the key digital transformation actions for the county as well as a direct access to the Digital Innovation Hubs network ...
Let's celebrate Donegal's creative industries and businesses!
Sonya Lennon, creative industries expert, will launch the Creative Coast Donegal website on the 24th of September. ...
Covid-19 and the adoption of digitalisation in Donegal
Digital skills, innovation vouchers and plans to become a SMART region! ...
Donegal Digital projects that are on-going at the moment!
A remote working strategy, digital research capacity, digital foundations and digital innovation are in the spotlight! ...
Government announces €8.8 million for remote working hubs
€551,323 secured for Donegal County Council, Mevagh Family Resource Centre, The Base, Fiontarlann, The Business Hub, Cowork Plus An Tearmann & Spraoi agus Spórt ...
Donegal Digital and Digital Innovation Hubs across the county
Discover the ‘Donegal Digital Hub network’ and other innovation opportunities such as ‘Innovation as a Service’ and European Digital Innovation Hubs! ...
How has the digital landscape of Donegal progressed?
Find out more about the work carried out on broadband connections, free public Wi-Fi services and the development of a network of digital innovation hubs. ...
Construction work to begin shortly on new digital innovation hub based in Buncrana
The ii will provide facilities for servicing existing tech entrepreneurs, encourage new tech start-ups and attract remote workers within Inishowen. ...
gteic digital hub to be developed on Tory Island in County Donegal
Funding has been approved by the board of Údarás na Gaeltachta to develop gteic@Toraigh. ...
What is Donegal Digital doing for the region?
This is the story of how Donegal Digital came about and the people who founded it. ...
Developing Visitor Attractions in the Gaeltacht
Don't miss the morning seminar sessions to focus on tourism preparations! ...
Donegal SCALE-X: Technology Accelerator Programme
For founders that have a unique insight into their industry, borne out of deep industry expertise or an evident passion for solving distinct customer problems. ...
Disruptive Innovation making huge strides in the Gaeltacht!
Five Gaeltacht Companies to partake in projects valued at €15m under the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund. ...
€150,000 fund for small Gaeltacht businesses' online trading
Donegal Digital partner Údarás na Gaeltachta reopens the Online Trading Scheme. ...
Donegal Digital featured in the Rural Vision Week
Experts across Europe got the opportunity to learn about the digital transformation ecosystem in Donegal ...
Launch of a new Programme: Business Concept Development
The initiative, which is free of charge, will commence on March 12 2021 and will continue over a 4 week period. ...
Donegal Local Enterprise Week is coming!
Embrace a changing world! Improve your competences with a series of webinars and digital workshops! ...
A boost for Gaoth Dobhair Business Park
Donegal Digital partner Údarás na Gaeltachta announces a major Acquisition for Gaoth Dobhair packaging company. ...
Online Christmas campaign & new directory for Gaeltacht businesses
'From the Gaeltacht with Love' virtually shows the diversity of over 200 Gaeltacht-based online retailers. Furthermore, a central directory has been launched! ...
Pangea Group to establish strategic operations hub
gteic network of digital & innovation hubs continues forging links worldwide for the benefit of a digital ecosystem in the region ...
The Donegal Gaeltacht – A New Life Awaits post Covid-19!
Did you know that you can operate effectively from the gteic digital hubs located in Gaeltacht areas? ...
Public consultation on guidance for remote working
Are you aware? The Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation is conducting a discussion for both, employers and employees. ...
"Digitisation provided us with the perfect solution"
ISSC is the premier Irish platform for academic computing and electronics research. This edition has been fully virtual and organised at LYIT. ...
Research Equipment Investment for WiSAR Technology Gateway
Enterprise Ireland will fund an 8-axis high precision scanning arm to assist the manufacturing industry in the North West of Ireland. ...
A major step forward for the Carrigart Digital Hub
Donegal Digital partner Údarás na Gaeltachta has announced €98,000 in funding to establish the Hub as part of the Údarás Gteic brand. ...
Small businesses improve their skills in the North West of Ireland
The Enterprise Week in Donegal and Derry & Strabane brings a series of events ranging from innovation & growth, digital marketing, exporting and cyber security ...
Innovation Inishowen Skillnet programme arrives!
Inishowen Development Partnership launches an initiative that will make a major contribution to some of the Donegal Digital action plan's goals in Ireland. ...
New project connects Malinbeg globally
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LYIT has launched its Strategic Plan
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The digital hub network grows to reinvigorate Gaeltacht areas
31 gteic innovation & digital hubs will provide 500 desk spaces for innovators, entrepreneurs, remote workers and businesses throughout 7 Gaeltacht Counties. ...
Ireland ranks 5th highest among European countries for rates of early stage entrepreneurship
26,900 people reported they were involved in starting a new business in 2018. ...
'Stay local, go global'!
Donegal ICT/FinTech Working Group launch new website & promotional video. ...
Further €45m under the Regional Enterprise Development Fund
Donegal Digital partner, Enterprise Ireland, has also published ‘Powering the Regions’ Regional Plan for Growth. ...
Breakout session 4: Test new technologies
Donegal Digital and DEVISE European project organise a workshop in Letterkenny. ...
Breakout session 3: Digital training in small businesses
Donegal Digital and DEVISE European project organise a workshop in Letterkenny. ...
Breakout session 2: Digital Marketing
Donegal Digital and DEVISE European project organise a workshop in Letterkenny to discuss digital marketing necessities. ...
Breakout session 1: Process Automation / Factory Automation
Donegal Digital and DEVISE European project organise a workshop in Letterkenny to sketch out a Process Automation pilot. ...
Digital technology opportunities and challenges for SMEs in Donegal
Donegal’s business development agencies Enterprise Ireland, Údarás and LEO assist SMEs to introduce digital technology into their companies. ...
Donegal ETB Launches New Automated Software Testing Traineeship in gteic
Developed by Donegal ETB’s FET Service in Partnership with Pramerica and Údarás na Gaeltachta. ...
Ireland's first Island Digital Hub connects Arranmore
Modam, Ireland's first offshore shared digital workspace to connect Donegal's island with the World, will help local community to create business opportunities. ...
EU countries work to improve the role of women in digital sectors
Increasing women's visibility and empowerment in the digital economy would drive economic growth and wider social progress. ...
LYIT Research Symposium, the largest interdisciplinary research event at the moment
This event has grown from last year’s successful May showcase and October’s Research Poster Morning. ...
ICT/FinTech experts are inspiring students in Donegal
Donegal ICT/FinTech working group is visiting a number of schools in the county to inform about local training and career opportunities. ...
Grants for ICT equipment under the Digital Strategy for schools
Minister McHugh has announced a €50 million investment to spend on Digital Strategy for ICT infrastructure. ...
Donegal Connect will include business networking events and seminars
The initiative will highlight ICT/FinTech opportunities within Donegal from a business investment and career progression perspective. ...
New 'Donegal Connect' initiative to be launched on Friday
Donegal Connect aims to reach out to all the people who have an affinity for Donegal for a 10 day celebration in autumn! ...
Ireland’s Third ICT Skills Action Plan launched in Letterkenny
The Action Plan has been presented at Pramerica's campus to set out priority actions to increase the number of graduates with high-level ICT skills. ...
The BASE set to benefit from Rural Regeneration and Development Fund
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring TD. announced that the fund will be used to establish Rural Digital Working Hubs at four sites. ...
SIRO announces €14 million fibre broadband investment in Donegal
Donegal welcomes the launch of the SIRO Fibre to the premises broadband roll-out for Buncrana, Ballybofey / Stranorlar, Donegal Town, Ballyshannon and Bundoran. ...
One of the largest conferences on digital policy is coming!
'Masters of Digital 2019' policy conference will be organised on the 21st of February in Brussels, towards the digitalisation for a Stronger Europe. ...
Opportunity for Innovation Leader to manage Inishowen Digital Hub
Help us accelerate growth of Ireland's newest digital cluster on Donegal's Wild Atlantic Coast. ...
Funding has been secured for WiFi zones in Donegal
The WiFi4EU initiative promotes free access to Wi-Fi connectivity for citizens in public spaces. County Donegal (Ireland) will develop approximately 34 zones. ...
Áislann Ghaoth Dobhair gets €1.5 million towards extension of work space
The enterprise project will help to to access employment and build a strong digital community in Gweedore, Donegal County. ...
LYIT Computing Department delighted to run 3 day Halloween camp
Aimed at secondary school students the camp will cover Game Design, Mobile Apps, Drones and Hacking. ...
Donegal ICT/FinTech Working Group to host information sessions for parents and school staff
Companies will highlight career opportunities in a range of disciplines including IT, finance, business, marketing, engineering, law, design and sciences. ...
Connecting the Public Sector with technology rich companies
Enterprise Ireland explains how the Small Business Innovation Research can benefit SMEs ...
Donegal unable to meet demand for ICT and Fintech skills in coming years
Fruitful afternoon of promoting studying and working in the sector. ...
Computing summer camps return to LYIT for 3 weeks this June
The camps will be fun & engaging while introducing students to Computer Games Development, App Inventor, Networking & Programming. ...
Donegal local enterprise week is almost here: 5th - 9th March 2018
With a fantastic mix of local, national & international speakers across the county with topics from marketing, exports, manufacturing and more. ...
Final applications at LYIT for the MSc in Leadership & Innovation in the Public Service
An integral part of the programme is action learning within the candidate’s own workplace. ...
Trading online workshop series at Donegal Local Enterprise Office
A series of workshops are available to book throughout 2018 dealing with a range of relevant topics. ...
3-Day computing Halloween camp at Letterkenny I.T. for secondary school students
The camp will introduce students to different disciplines within computing such as Game Development, Networking & Security and Mobile Application Development. ...
Donegal Digital Action Plan receives inspiration from other European Digital Innovation Hubs
More than 50 attendees participated in the workshop at Áislann Ghaoth Dobhair ...
Letterkenny based company CloudRanger raises €1 million
With investments from Enterprise Ireland and several private investors in both Ireland and the United States. ...
Helping to enhance rural and urban digital innovation territories
Partners and stakeholders will meet in Donegal (Ireland) to connect expertise from digital hubs and innovation centres across Europe as part of ERUDITE project. ...
Digital Innovation Hubs to be set up across Europe
A network of digital innovation hubs will provide industries with a one-stop shop: latest knowledge, expertise, and technology. ...
North West Ireland will host a Digital Innovation Hubs event
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Implementing the Digitising European Industry Actions
A comprehensive catalogue of information for SMEs to digitalise products and services will be created. ...
Up to €2,500 trading online voucher available
Vouchers are available for small businesses under the Government’s National Digital Strategy. ...
FREE digital advice with all tickets
Women with an interest in business are invited to join the DWIBN at their annual conference taking place at ‘Ireland’s Hotel of the Year 2017’. ...
Did you know that FinTech 2025 challenge is coming?
Excitement is building for our project partners Pramerica and LYIT as they prepare to host the FinTech 2025 Hackathon challenge. ...
A Donegal company offers a series of webinars for startups
If you are a startup and if you are looking for advice and guidance, don't miss the next online appointment! ...
Approaching students to ICT through summer camps
3,800 ICT camp places for second level students during the summer and early autumn ...
Donegal, European Entrepreneurial Region 2018
Ireland, Greece and France have been awarded this year. ...
“There are opportunities in Donegal to develop your digital skills”
“There are opportunities in Donegal to develop your digital skills, there is no reason why you can’t come home” ...
Trade Mission to Boston from the North West of Ireland
Donegal and Derry & Strabane are already organising workshops for the Trade Mission to Boston Massachusetts in November. ...
Get ready for the fifth EU Code Week to learn more about coding!
7 days to increase digital skills of the citizens ...
Digital internships to develop digital skills
Did you know that EU is planning to launch a €10 million scheme? ...
Government introduces Computer Science as an optional subject
Coding skills will become part of the primary school curriculum ...
“Let’s learn how to embrace the opportunities of digital economy!”
Conor Boyce leaded his 4th successful workshop in Donegal Town. ...
Donegal app to help people with disabilities
The digital tool will help people to communicate better. ...
"People are going to check your company before they contact you"
Conor Boyce leaded another successful workshop. This time, in Dungloe. ...
Carrigart is developing a digital hub to attract small businesses
They are now seeking expressions of interest. ...
The Best Small Practice of the Year comes from Donegal!
Accountant Online wins 'Best Small Practice of the Year' at Irish Accountancy Awards ...
CloudRanger named the Startup Company of the Year
The Letterkenny based company has won the recognition during the Irish Tech Excellence Awards 2017 in Dublin. ...
"Everybody needs SEO and Social Media"
Conor Boyce, Strategic Marketer, leaded another successful workshop in Stranorlar. ...
A follow-up working session for creation of Digital Innovation Hubs
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Council announces Boston trade opportunity for local businesses
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Fruitful Innovation Open Day for Companies at CoLab
WiSAR Lab has hosted an Innovation Open Day for companies in the North-West of Ireland ...
One day workshop to tackle climate change
CoLab & Sustainable Nation are hosting an event to increase awareness of the opportunities in climate change ...
Innovation Open Day for Companies
TheWiSAR Lab will host the event at Letterkenny Institute of Technology ...
Working session to have first-hand input from stakeholders
ERNACT has guided the workshop using the SEROI+ methodology developed in ERUDITE project ...
Harnessing Digital for Donegal workshop
Donegal Digital's partners ERNACT and Pramerica have taken part in an expert panel to consider the potential of digital for Donegal ...
Marketing your business in a Digital World workshop
Conor Boyce, Principal at Earlytoe Marketing, guided a successful event during Digital Donegal Week. ...
Hurry up! Have you registered for the workshops?
Digital Donegal Week 2017 is here to help developing digital skills in County Donegal ...
Getting ready for All Aboard week!
Letterkenny Institute of Technology has organised a communication workshop for the students ...
What's the role of engineers in our community?
Engineers Ireland’s annual nationwide celebration of engineering is taking place this week ...
Are you on board?
Don't miss the chance to steer your businesses in Donegal with the Enterprise Week ...
Save the date! Free start up and enterprise expo is coming!
Donegal Women in Business will organise an event on March 8th for entrepreneur women in the county ...
What is the European Commission doing for women in tech?
Check which are the EU initiatives for women in the technology environment ...
Hurry up! LEADER Programme will close soon!
The LEADER Rural Development Programme (RDP) 2014-2020 for the Donegal Gaeltacht will close on Friday, 17th of February. ...
Are you a woman? Do you like IT sector?
New Women ReBOOT Programme is aiming to attract women back into Information Technology sector ...
Tech Week is coming!
Ireland's annual Festival of Technology will take place in April 22nd - 28th 2017 ...
Entrepreneurship workshops
Enterprise Ireland will organise workshops to build a strong customer value proposition and market research ...