Dublin Tech Week returns from 22–29 May 2026, bringing together innovators, creators, and communities for a week-long programme of events across the city. Now in its second year, it aims to once again highlight Dublin’s position as a leading global hub for technology, talent, and ideas and grow on the success of its first year.
Over seven days, Dublin can expect to host a diverse schedule that spans conferences, exhibitions, workshops, networking events, and creative experiences. From world-class industry discussions to hands-on activities for the public, Dublin Tech Week offers something for everyone interested in the role technology plays in shaping our future.
This city-wide initiative aims to:
● Showcase Dublin’s innovation ecosystem to both local and international audiences
● Encourage collaboration between tech companies, educational institutions, and community organisation
● Promote STEM engagement with younger generations and underrepresented groups
● Connect the public with the latest developments in technology, culture, and sustainability
Get Involved
Organisations, venues, and community groups are invited to contribute to the programme by hosting tech-related events or experiences during the week. Dublin Tech Week encourages participation from across the tech spectrum—startups, established companies, educators, and creative industries—ensuring the festival reflects the breadth and diversity of Dublin’s tech scene.
A full schedule of events will be published on DublinTechWeek.comin the coming months. To propose an event or find out more about how to get involved, email info@dublintechweek.com.
“Following the success of Dublin’s first Tech Week in 2025, Dublin City Council and the Dublin Brand are proud to support its return in 2026. Dublin Tech Week celebrates our world-class talent, innovation, and collaborative spirit, cementing our City as a leading global tech hub.” said Ross Curley, Head of Economic Development, Dublin City Council & Dublin Regional Place Brand
Programme Highlights
The 2026 line-up aims to include
● Industry Summits & Specialist Seminars
● Open House Events at Tech Companies
● Innovation & Product Showcases
● Hackathons and Developer Challenges
● Networking and Meet-up Opportunities
● Crossovers Between Technology, Art, and Culture
● Family Tech activities
● Showcase of County -wide tech based initiatives
Partners
Dublin Tech Week is supported by key organisations in the Irish tech community, including Dublin City Council, Smart Dublin, LEO, Dublin Tech Summit, Tech Ireland, ADAPT Centre, NovaUCD, Blockchain Ireland, Eth Dublin, Guinness Enterprise Centre, Furthr, and Dublin Chamber.
Ireland is a tech wonderland, with new startups driven by innovation, investment and talented workers. With 2025 dawning, the Irish tech sector is changing rapidly, led by a new wave of startups. These companies push the envelope in everything from AI to blockchain and fintech to cybersecurity. They’re doing more than transforming old processes, they’re building the foundation for technology. These are the top seven Irish Emerging Tech Startups to watch in 2025.
7 Tech Startups to Keep an Eye on in Ireland
Fenergo
This RegTech company is disrupting the status quo with its compliance platform for financial institutions. As regulations become more rigorous, Fenergo’s automated solutions are critical for banks and insurers to optimize human capital whilst reducing risk.
GridBeyond
GridBeyond, a leader in AI energy management, is transforming the way businesses source and use energy. Its smart grid tech helps reduce costs while helping Ireland meet its climate goals. The company’s data analytics also assist in forecasting energy patterns.
Axonista
Axonista’s interactive SaaS platform is transforming video streaming. As digital media consumption grows, Axonista helps brands create personalized and engaging content.
Tines
Tines is an impressive startup that automates security operations. Tine’splatform allows teams to respond quickly to threats in the face of increasing cyber risks. Tines is special in terms of its simple but very useful tools.
Nuritas
This biotech startup finds health-boosting peptides in foods with AI. Nuritas is accelerating research that would have taken years, using an approach that combines health care and artificial intelligence to create faster-acting products for wellness and pharmaceuticals.
Kiwibot
Kiwibot may not be Irish, but it has recently arrived in Dublin with its robots. They provide contactless deliveries — a service that will not go away following the pandemic. Dublin is Kiwibot’s European base, placing it well for expanding within the delivery industry.
Veracity
Veracity’s cybersecurity services have never been more critical, with cloud computing throughout the industry becoming commonplace. Their emphasis is on real-time monitoring to prevent data breaches before they occur. We can only expect Veracity to make its mark more relevant over the coming years.
Importance of Irish Tech Companies Across Industries
Innovation in Gaming and Gambling
The gaming and gambling industries are getting redefined with the help of Irish tech companies. The advancement of new technologies that increase current engagement levels with interactive digital platforms and mobile access is transforming gambling, and the growth of the Irish online casino industry is reshaping perceptions and practices associated with it. As traditional casinos tussle against strong online competition, software developers bring gaming firms fun and engaging experiences, resulting in more users.
Agriculture
Tech firms in Ireland are changing the game in farming with precision agriculture. They use IoT, data analysis, and AI to boost crop production, use resources wisely, and back eco-friendly farming.
Education
EdTech companies in Ireland are reshaping how we learn and teach. With interactive programs, online learning platforms, and digital classrooms, they make education more accessible and tailored for learners of all ages.
Retail
Irish tech businesses are helping retailers by offering cutting-edge cash registers, stock control systems, and CRM software. These tools streamline store operations and enhance the shopping journey.
Healthcare
In the health sector, Irish tech companies are making a difference with digital health records, remote doctor visits, and diagnostic apps. These innovations support better patient care and more efficient health system management.
Conclusion
The tech ecosystem in Ireland is booming, with new startups popping up specializing in fintech, energy, AI, and cybersecurity. These companies will feature heavily in the industry’s future as Ireland continues to cement its status as a tech hub.
The Irish Tech Challenge, a prestigious competition that identifies and supports high-impact South African start-ups, has announced its top seven finalists for the 2024 edition.
Launched in 2022, the Irish Tech Challenge is a leading partnership between the Embassy of Ireland in South Africa, the South African Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) in Pretoria. Dogpatch Labs in Dublin and the Wits Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct in Johannesburg serve as key implementation partners.
The 2024 edition received more than 350 applicants from South African start-ups, with seven ultimately selected as finalists. Each of these finalists will receive a grant of €10,000 and a funded trip to Ireland at the end of September to participate in an intensive weeklong accelerator and mentorship programme hosted in Dublin by Dogpatch Labs.
“The Irish Tech Challenge is a flagship programme for the Irish Embassy and our partners, providing an important link for South African entrepreneurs to the Irish tech ecosystem. The growth and success of the programme is a testament to the abundance of talent and creative thinking among South African entrepreneurs. This year’s cohort showcases innovation across a number of sectors and will benefit hugely from this experience. We look forward to growing this successful partnership in the coming years,” said Austin Gormley, Ambassador of Ireland to South Africa.
Dogpatch Labs will serve as the base for the South African entrepreneurs while they are in Dublin. While at Dogpatch, the startups will meet with a select group of Irish tech leaders and potential investors who will help them face the challenges of limited resources, infrastructure, networks and staffing while preparing for scalability across Africa, Europe and beyond.
“Our mission at Dogpatch is to create an innovation ecosystem that supports entrepreneurs. The South African entrepreneurs joining us for an immersion week are developing solutions to address critical sustainability challenges. Our own Irish entrepreneurs can learn how we can incorporate this mindset into our own tech ecosystem, while supporting the South Africans in rolling out their technologies to the rest of the world,” said Ashley Shak, Head of Sustainability and Innovation Programmes at Dogpatch Labs.
Hesus Inoma, Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) at Dogpatch Labs, said this year’s cohort is an excellent reflection of the rapidly developing tech sector in South Africa. “This year’s group of finalists are tackling a diverse range of challenges facing countries across the globe and the backgrounds of the Founders reflect the diverse makeup of South Africa, which is truly the country’s strength. We are very excited to be part of their journey.”
The top seven selected startups in this year’s Irish Tech Challenge are:
Adbot: founder Michelle Geere makes online advertising easy, effective and accessible to small and medium businesses.
Athena and lead founder Jabulani Nyembe help patients to split medical bills into monthly installments.
Credipple and founder Kgololo Lekoma connect companies across the world to remote work talent with in-demand skills.
Momint and lead founder Ahren Posthumus accelerate clean energy globally, fractionally and securely using Blockchain technology.
SAMANJALO and itsfounder Prudence Simelane have launched a Green Tech solution that addresses carbon emissions of fossil fuels.
SmartView Technologies and its founder Charnte Marthinus have created a SaaS Solution that helps customers simplify utility management with insights that reduce running costs.
The Awareness Company and lead founder Priaash Ramadeen have launched HYDRA, a software product that balances operational efficiency with sustainable impact.
RegenoMac is the winner of this year’s IDEATE Ireland competition, claiming a €10K prize fund. Led by Dr Cormac Flynn of the University of Galway, RegenoMac is developing an innovative gel injection for patients with macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy who experience significant vision loss.
Pictured l-r is David Moffitt, Chair, IDEATE Ireland, with Dr Sean Doyle and Dr Cormac Flynn from University of Galway.
The first runner-up was Neuropause Medical, led by Dr Maria Galve Villa of University College Galway who won a prize fund of €7K.
First Runner up, L-R Niall Morris Key Capital, Dr Maria Garve Villa Neuropause medical
Joint second runners-up were NutraTreat, founded by Dr Ronan Bergin and Dr John Stephens of Maynooth University and Lion’s Reign a team from University College Cork (Sean O’Sullivan and Giana Nuncia) who share a €3K prize.
Second Runner up L-R Peter Keane Each and Other, Dr John Stephens and Dr Ronan Bergen Nutra Treat
Speaking about his experience of the programme, Dr Cormac Flynn, Founder and Commercial Lead of of RegenoMac said: “IDEATE Ireland transformed RegenoMac’s journey, clarifying our value proposition and creating a compelling, investor-ready pitch. The inspiring sessions and the energised cohort kept us motivated and brought all projects closer to commercial readiness and investable status.”
Second Runner up L-R Peter Keane Each and Other, Sean O Sullivan and Giana Nuncio Lions Reign
IDEATE Ireland is a third-level start-up competition committed to enhancing cooperation, connection, and mutual understanding on the island of Ireland, engaging with all communities and traditions around a shared passion for entrepreneurship and new venture development. IDEATE Ireland seeks to uncover and empower Ireland’s next generation of entrepreneurs, helping to turn their brilliant ideas into thriving international businesses. The ten best submissions participated in a ten-week mentoring and support programme.
Congratulating the finalists, IDEATE Ireland Chair David Moffitt said: “IDEATE Ireland represents an exceptional shared island initiative that is actively shaping the future of start-ups emerging from higher education. The competition’s notable success underscores the significance of consistently providing aspiring entrepreneurs from Ireland and Northern Ireland with invaluable educational resources, mentorship, and a thriving business network. IDEATE Ireland has become a source of inspiration for the brightest minds, fostering their ability to make a lasting impact on the global economy, employment, and society as a whole.”
Co-founder of IDEATE Ireland, Helen Fullen, said: “Once again, the quality of submissions this year has exceeded expectations, showcasing an exceptionally high standard. Congratulations to all the finalists and winners! We are committed to supporting them on their entrepreneurial journey and proudly welcome them to the IDEATE Ireland alumni community.”
AgriNaviTech is a GPS-enabled livestock management system designed to address the challenges of tracking and managing livestock. It offers precision tracking, health monitoring and data analytics through a user-friendly mobile app interface, revolutionizing traditional farming practices for improved efficiency, sustainability and security. Ulster University
Clean Kicks specializes in creating hand-painted footwear to express customers’ unique styles. Blending artistry with functionality and offering a spectrum of colours and designs, from detailed brushstrokes to effortless colour transformations, each pair of shoes is a true reflection of personal flair. Ulster University
Lion’s Reign is Europe’s only producer of mushroom-based jerky, uniquely crafted from Lion’s Mane mushrooms. This innovative snack offers a flavourful and meat-like texture, specifically designed to appeal to the expanding market of vegans, vegetarians, and those conscious of their environmental impact. University College Cork
Neuropause Medical’s revolutionary ultrasound-based device offers a non-invasive, medication-free solution for severe hot flushes and night sweats, designed for menopause healthcare professionals to transform symptom management safely and effectively. University of Galway/UCD
NutraTreatoffers a non-pharmaceutical solution for alleviating arthritis symptoms in dogs through a nutritious treat made with innovative, science-backed ingredients. Using a computer-driven discovery platform, NutraTreat plans to develop various products to address multiple health conditions. Maynooth University
RegenoMacis an innovative gel injection designed for patients with macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy who experience significant vision loss. It integrates into existing care pathways and features a unique, slow-releasing drug mechanism, providing effective treatment where other therapies have failed.
University of Galway.
Renovate Pharma is developing various repurposed drugs in novel nebulized formulations for inhalable antifibrotic treatments. These therapies seek to manage idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and other interstitial lung diseases, reducing lung
function loss and mortality in conditions currently without a cure. Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Shergardis a digital platform for horse racing training businesses, enhancing organizational efficiency and professional standards. It focuses on the well-being of horses and their owners, helping trainers streamline operations and excel in the digital age. University of Galway
VioFeel’sAugmented Vestibular Assistant helps individuals with vestibular disorders by using wrist vibrations to transmit orientation data from movement sensors. This device aims to enhance the vestibular sense, improve balance and well-being, and offer an affordable, efficient path to a better quality of life. Queen’s University Belfast
Wild Thinkersis a digital product providing sustainability education and consultancy through a unique blend of design thinking, storytelling, play, and creativity. Their digital tools inspire individuals to engage intellectually and emotionally, promoting a hands-on approach to the transformative actions necessary to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals. University College Cork
Fifteen Cork start-up founders have completed Enterprise Ireland’s New Frontiers Programme in MTU’s Rubicon centre. Starting last September, the group participated in a 6-month, full-time acceleration programme, benefitting from seed funding of €15,000, individual professional mentoring, expert-led workshops, access to MTU’s research expertise and free office space for their start-up. The startups have moved from concept to investor readiness, pitching in front of investors in Ireland and the USA. In addition to the support from the Rubicon team, mentors and trainers, the founders benefited from the wide range of supports available for startups across the Southwest region and the wide network of New Frontiers alumni.
Nine of the startups have already launched their products on the market, with customers in Ireland and abroad. Enterprise Ireland and the Local Enterprise Offices are continuing to provide assistance and many of the startups are working with MTU’s Technology Gateways which are providing technical supports to help them implement their product road maps.
New Frontiers Programme Manager, Aoife McInerney said “It’s been very rewarding to watch these founders develop their products and engage with the vibrant start up community that exists in the region. We look forward to seeing them continue to grow in the coming months and years”.
Elvis Seporaitis of Volta Robotics received The Best Business Opportunity Award at the end of programme and Paula McGovern of Wizard and Grace Candles received the award for Best Pitch. Elvis Seporaitis commenting on receiving his award said “New Frontiers provided me with new skills and networks to accelerate my startup business, in a dynamic entrepreneurial environment. I look forward to growing my business using the networks and support available, in the years ahead.”
Alumni of the New Frontiers programme in Cork include LegitFit, BladeBridge, HaPPE Earth, Swyft Energy, Spéire and Kuul Play.
Enterprise Ireland’s New Frontiers programme equips ambitious founders with the right connections, the right skills, and the right route to capital. It empowers them to take an idea or early-stage business through the initial development phases and prepare for their first phases of fundraising and growth. Delivered nationally, New Frontiers is the right way to build a successful and sustainable startup.
Start-ups are constantly seeking ways to stand out from the crowd and gain a competitive edge. One avenue that has gained significant traction in recent years is React Native app development services. This innovative framework, developed by Facebook, allows start-ups to build cross-platform mobile applications using a single codebase. React Native has become a preferred choice for ambitious entrepreneurs, but why is it favored by so many start-ups?
The Rise of React Native
React Native has emerged as a game-changer in the world of mobile app development, offering a powerful solution for building high-quality applications quickly and cost-effectively. Unlike traditional approaches that require separate codebases for iOS and Android platforms, React Native enables developers to write code once and deploy it across multiple platforms, saving time and resources.
Faster Time to Market
For start-ups, speed is of the essence. React Native’s “write once, run anywhere” approach significantly reduces development time, allowing start-ups to bring their products to market faster than ever before. With a single codebase shared between platforms, developers can iterate quickly, make updates in real-time, and roll out new features without the need for separate development cycles for each platform.
This agility gives start-ups a crucial advantage, allowing them to respond swiftly to market demands, user feedback, and emerging trends. By getting their app into the hands of users sooner, start-ups can gain valuable insights, validate their ideas, and refine their product strategy to drive growth and success.
Cost-Effectiveness
In the early stages of development, cost considerations are paramount for start-ups with limited budgets. React Native offers a cost-effective solution by streamlining the development process and reducing overheads associated with maintaining separate codebases for iOS and Android.
By leveraging a single team of developers proficient in JavaScript, start-ups can achieve significant cost savings compared to hiring separate teams for each platform. Additionally, the modular and reusable nature of React Native components further enhances cost-effectiveness, as developers can leverage existing code and libraries to speed up development and minimize redundant work.
Seamless User Experience
User experience is a critical factor that can make or break the success of a mobile app. With React Native, start-ups can deliver a seamless and consistent user experience across platforms, ensuring that their app performs flawlessly on both iOS and Android devices.
React Native’s native-like performance and UI elements enable developers to create apps that look and feel just like native applications, providing users with a familiar and intuitive experience. Whether it’s smooth animations, responsive layouts, or seamless navigation, React Native empowers start-ups to deliver a polished and professional app that leaves a lasting impression on users.
Access to Native Features and APIs
While React Native provides a unified development experience, it also offers access to native features and APIs, allowing start-ups to take advantage of platform-specific capabilities when needed. Whether it’s integrating with device hardware, accessing location services, or leveraging push notifications, React Native provides robust APIs that enable developers to tap into the full potential of iOS and Android platforms.
This flexibility allows start-ups to deliver feature-rich apps that meet the diverse needs of their users while maintaining a single codebase. By harnessing the power of native capabilities, start-ups can create compelling experiences that drive engagement, retention, and ultimately, business growth.
React Native app development services offer start-ups a powerful toolkit for building cross-platform mobile applications that set them apart from the competition. With its emphasis on speed, cost-effectiveness, seamless user experience, and access to native features, React Native empowers start-ups to bring their ideas to life quickly, efficiently, and with unparalleled flexibility. As start-ups continue to disrupt industries and drive innovation, React Native stands out as a valuable ally in their quest for success. By embracing this transformative framework, start-ups can differentiate themselves in the market, attract users, and propel their businesses to new heights of growth and prosperity.
