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Powering the future: Ireland's role in the AI infrastructure and talent race

Stripe, in collaboration with the Irish Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF), is hosting an exclusive event exploring Ireland’s role in the global AI revolution. This year, we’ll examine the two most important drivers of AI: computing power and specialist talent. The event will explore how Ireland can build a strategic advantage in the AI race.

Join us for a day of discussion, learning, and strategic thinking aimed at fostering a resilient, innovative, and globally competitive Irish startup ecosystem.

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November

04

2025

9:00AM

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12:00PM

GMT

Panel discussion

Powering the future: Ireland's role in the AI infrastructure and talent race

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October

12th

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2020

7:00PM

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9:00PM

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About

This event offers a unique opportunity to reflect on Ireland’s innovation journey, explore the challenges of scaling AI-driven businesses, and identify where the country can lead. Attendees will gain practical insights, forward-looking perspectives, and connections to help navigate the evolving AI landscape.

The program features two insightful panels:

The operator’s reality: Founders from tech and traditional sectors will share how they are using AI and creating competitive advantage.

The investor’s calculation: Capital allocators will discuss how they evaluate AI investment, model the new unit economics, and compare startups with legacy businesses undergoing transformation.

About

Speakers

Elaine Coughlan

Managing partner and co-founder at Atlantic Bridge

Brian Kenny

CEO and co-founder at
Momntum

Sean Mullaney

Founder and CEO at
Seapoint

Debbie Rennick

General partner at
Act Venture Capital

Sean Blanchfield

Technology entrepreneur at
Jentic

Paul Murphy

Partner at
Lightspeed

DC Cahalane

Venture partner at
Sure Valley Ventures

James Brennan

Investment Director at Ireland Strategic Investment Fund

Agenda

9:00–9:30 AM

Registration and networking

9:35–9:45 AM

Introduction by Stripe

10:00–10:40 AM

1st Panel

10:45–11:25 AM

2nd Panel

11:30 AM–12:00 PM

Networking and close

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Powering the future: Ireland's role in the AI infrastructure and talent race

Join us for “Powering the future: Ireland’s role in the AI infrastructure and talent race,” an event hosted at Stripe’s new office in partnership with the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF).

Attendees can expect lively, forward-thinking discussions and proactive planning, all aimed at fostering a resilient, innovative, and inclusive future for startups in Ireland. There will also be plenty of time for networking.

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