CeADAR, Google sign strategic partnership agreement

Three-pronged approach to set Ireland up for significant GDP growth

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Lorraine Twohill, Google; Dr. John Lonsdale, CeADAR; and Minister for Enterprise, Tourism & Employment Peter Burke

CeADAR and Google Ireland have announced a new strategic partnership to help Irish businesses capitalise on the economic potential of AI.

CeADAR and Google will focus on building an AI-ready workforce and driving the adoption of AI-powered solutions through a three-pillar approach of addressing the AI skills gap; scaling AI capabilities by leveraging Google expertise and resources; and investing in the future through training and mentorship.

Recent research from Google and Implement Consulting Group shows that widespread adoption of AI has the potential to boost Ireland’s GDP by €40-45 billion. The new partnership between CeADAR and Google aims to support Irish businesses to adopt AI to boost competitiveness and productivity.

Lorraine Twohill, chief marketing officer at Google, said: “AI presents a tremendous opportunity for Ireland, with the potential to significantly boost the economy. Ireland has built a strong foundation for a safe and reliable AI environment, supported by the government’s clear ambition to capitalise on this transformative technology.

“This partnership with CeADAR is designed to help businesses navigate the challenges and opportunities AI brings – transforming how jobs are performed, creating new AI-focused roles, and enabling businesses to thrive in an AI-powered economy. By combining Google’s expertise with CeADAR’s capabilities, we are confident that we can unlock AI’s full economic potential and drive sustainable growth across Irish businesses.”

Dr. John Lonsdale, CEO, CeADAR, said: “Unlocking AI’s economic potential won’t happen automatically and requires a proactive approach to workforce adaptation. We have been working with Irish businesses in recent years to help them leverage AI and machine learning but with the dynamic evolution of the technology more can be done to upskill Irish businesses, grow and nurture AI talent and facilitate faster adoption of AI.

“Ireland has a unique opportunity to harness the wider expertise that exists in our bustling tech sector – bringing our expertise together with Google is one key that can begin to unlock the economic opportunity AI will bring.”

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