Olga Cronin, ICCL Senior Policy Officer, spoke at the Oireachtas AI Committee recently, where she shared our position on recommender algorithms and a social media ban for under 16s.

Here @tjmcintyre.com explains why allowing the NCSC to scan in this way is so problematic. (4/15)

He also explains how Head 9 would allow the NCSC to compel communications providers, such as WhatsApp and iMessage, to install surveillance devices on their networks to scoop up metadata of every user of the service on the basis of ‘national security’. (7/15)

Watch @tjmcintyre.com explain why having no definition of 'national security' anywhere in Irish law means this could lead the NCSC to have a very open-ended power, left to the discretion of the Minister, to order the surveillance of the communications of everyone in the State. (9/15)

Watch @tjmcintyre.com explain how Head 7 would give the NCSC very wide powers to block access to websites and how 8 would give it the unprecedented power to scan and store the entirety of the network traffic in public sector bodies, which could include the contents of politicians’ emails. (5/15)

Watch @tjmcintyre.com tell the committee how Head 6 would allow the NCSC to scan any publicly accessible network or information system for vulnerabilities - without their knowledge or consent - including small businesses, NGOs, homes, or politicians’ offices. (3/15)

Olga Cronin, ICCL Senior Policy Officer, spoke at the AI Committee this week, highlighting the work we have done with Digital Rights Ireland to urge An Garda Síochána, Coimisúin Na Meán and the DPC to fully investigate Grok’s faciitation of the creation of CSAM and other illegal and harmful content.

While ICCL broadly welcomes The Garda Powers Bill, we are concerned that there are no definitions of specific types of searches or what rank of gardaí is can authorise each type; insuficient record of stop and searches; and there is insufficient protection of journalistic privilege.

A new Bill would give gardaí access to the CCTV of public bodies without any authorisation process. It would also allow areas with "a pattern of criminal activity" be designated Crime Prevention Zones. This is a concerning attempt to remove the safeguards which prevent inappropriate use of CCTV.

Senator Lynn Ruane asked attendees if they believed the powers provided under the Bill cross the line from cybersecurity measures into surveillance powers. (12/15)

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Paul Francoeur, a Vermont ALS patient got his voice back through AI technology. Watch the special report: https://www.wcax.com/2026/05/21/vermont-als-patient-gets-his-voice-back-through-ai-technology/ 

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Absolutely!! I have no idea why I took this video that night but every time I watch it I can feel the peace I felt at that moment. In Texas, the summers get so hot that I would rather go out at night and weed. After dark you see some cool things in the garden. I highly recommend.

Rooted in tradition, lighting the way toward the future. Happy #Kwanzaa!

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Miley Cyrus Honors Dad, Zendaya’s Busy Schedule & New Paul McCartney Music #celebrity #popculture #famous #trending #celebnews

Good morning all you amazing critters and welcome to a terrific Tuesday, make it an awesome day.

Hart28.com 💪Bruce Springsteen speaks truth during Boston concert: “We Have a President Who Can’t Tell the Truth”🇺🇸

Not as awful as you think it is.

Love when they vibe…

Incredible vintage light bulbs I've posted before: #AGoodPlace Source: www.reddit.com/r/oddlysatis...

820 miles border to border and back again. Today was an incredible day driving the entire length of CD02. It was a 17 hour day that left me feeling energized and hopeful. Thank you Carson City for bringing the heart and the energy. See everyone in Elko tomorrow.

“I Think I Need to Step Out” RFK Jr Walks Out Mid-Hearing Exchange

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The air defense of the Russian occupation in Sevastopol, Crimea, in Ukraine is firing wildly in all directions.

Owen & Teddy got a HEA but more importantly, Lucas & Simone big crumbs cause there is still a lot of deep feelings between them and their recent drunk hook up shook both of them. 💞 I want a #Lumone reunion in S23 cause that would get me back to watching #GreysAnatomy regularly. IJS. #tvsky

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The hunt never truly ended. For more than 20 years it has continued behind loopholes and smokescreens. Now there is a real chance for us to change that. Have your say in the government consultation. https://leagueacs.co.uk/HULvI

How did this become a cult classic? This is pretty much a life lesson on what not to do 😆 Have you ever read the original Curious George book? Also should I bring back the face paint? #curiousgeorge #explainthiskidsbookbadly #kidsbookshelf

Reading is fragile, not guaranteed. 📚 Literacy is declining as screens replace deep focus. Reading builds empathy, attention, and critical thought—but only if we keep doing it. Mass literacy is recent. We can lose it. #ReadingMatters #Literacy #DigitalAge

Trump is abusing FISA Section 702 to spy on Americans — and deliberately concealing the truth to get it renewed. People deserve to know how a law is being used against them before it's reauthorized. Watch @trevortimm.bsky.social to find out how you can take action: freedom.press/fisa

MDMA diplomacy almost sounds reasonable.

Flowerdrops V1.5 is available now! Like with previous patches, there's a mix of added features, new and rebalanced levels, and various QoL improvements. Plus a brand new trailer~ 🌹🌺🍀💜 Out now on Steam and Itch! Read the full changelog: store.steampowered.com/news/app/370...

The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission: probably not ready to leave space, maybe a little ready to no longer be crammed into their Orion capsule... Follow all our mission coverage: spklr.io/6001EyN07

Oh! Well if it's on video and has a soundtrack, it MUST be real and not taken out of context in ANY way, eh? Remember when aliens blèw up the White House back in 1999?!

This week is #WorldContinenceWeek — an important time to raise awareness and encourage open conversations about bladder and bowel health. We have a factsheet with symptom advice and other helpful info here: bit.ly/2tiBs9K @rhianlast.bsky.social @bladderboweluk.bsky.social @helendon-rn.bsky.social

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50,000 Chuck Norris Vs 1,000,000 Us Army. I think 1 Chuck Norris would have been enough 🤣😂🤣😂🤣 Credit: epicwarzyt

Making good trouble at the anti ICE protest in Austin. #notonemore

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Motorized aim assist system uses a moving mousepad for laser-accurate headshots — a cannibalized GRBL drawing system and computer vision software deliver perfect shots - www.tomshardware.com/maker-stem/m... #tech #technews #videogames

CRASH BANDICOOT takes on BOWSER!! #supermario #crashbandicoot

Good morning, U glorious 🤪🦊 #NAFO furry bastards #KpsZSU & #USF still fighting for #Ukraine 🇺🇦 Russia is going 2 try mass mobilization or 2nd front. Let all ruin this for them💪🛡️ ""If you're going through hell, keep going" -Churchill 🇬🇧 💙 #SlavaUkrayini! #HeroyamSlava!💛 #Mig29 #NATO -1 the 😐🇺🇸

Über den Sahara-Staub am Himmel über uns und die teils wüstenähnliche Trockenheit seit Jahresbeginn im ZiB-Wetter:

First warmup since I moved, many cobwebs

Excavators are used to dig trenches for infantry to burrow in as shells fly overhead, which would otherwise take much more time and manpower to dig. Ukrainian engineers are not saved from the dangers of the invasion while building fortifications. Drones hunt them all the same.

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Ethiopia votes today. UN confirmed crimes against humanity. 89 civilians executed in Merawi. 54 journalists in exile. 41 countries demanding accountability. A ballot in a broken system is not democracy. Video created using AI avatar and real voice for news delivery.

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🚨 ATENÇÃO FÃS DE STREETS OF RAGE! 👉 Mais detalhes no nosso portal! #AlternativaNerd #streetsofrage #sega #games #videogames

Mariupol - Melitopol, the key route of the "land corridor" to occupied Crimea, now looks like this. How are you Russians doing with the three-day invasion? #Crimea #CrimeaIsUkraine #Ukraine #Russia #RussiaIsATerroristState #Putin #Russian #UkraineWar

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The brown treesnake has no predators, a voracious appetite for birds/eggs & populations exploded to 2 million. Today, there are 10 times as many snakes as people on Guam. Thomas Seibert captured this video of their ability to climb nest boxes designed to be snake-proof, by looping their body.

Ari Fletcher in the building at Summer Walker’s concert

The apex of ruZZian military genius: slaughtering people where they sleep, eat, and hide from the invaders. Right after attack on Kyiv.