Calling all Entrepreneurs, Dreamers and Future Technology Disruptors to Ireland’s Mid-West Region.

Calling all Entrepreneurs, Dreamers and Future Technology Disruptors to Ireland’s Mid-West Region.

by | Oct 4, 2020 | Marketing, Press Releases

Tech Disrupt 4.0, LEO, Industry 4.0, Local Enterprise Office, €25,000

Local Enterprise Offices of Clare and Limerick Launch Tech Disrupt 4.0

Up to €25,000 funding vouchers available from Local Enterprise Offices Clare & Limerick

 for developers of ‘Industry 4.0’ related solutions.

 

Industry 4.0 …The 4th Industrial Revolution

Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) Clare and Limerick have announced the launch of Tech Disrupt 4.0, an exciting pilot project where participants can secure up to €25,000 in funding vouchers to help create and launch solutions that align with the principles of Industry 4.0.
The Tech Disrupt 4.0 pilot project aims to encourage cutting edge technology, innovation and software development in counties Clare and Limerick. Managed by the LEOs of Clare and Limerick, the project through a competitive structure, will support individuals and businesses that develop solutions that will deliver automation and smarter decision-making tools to manufacturers and associated industries. The project is open to individuals and businesses who are located or domiciled in counties Clare and Limerick.
Confirm, SFI, LEO, Industry 4.0, Padraic McElwee, Mike Cantwell, Conor McCarthy, Eoin Hinchy
After a series of online events and ideation workshops, interested parties will be encouraged to make a presentation of their proposed Industry 4.0 aligned solution. 6 entries will be chosen to receive up to €25,000 of funding vouchers to help create and develop a viable business solution.
Solutions aligned to Industry 4.0 include, but are not limited to:
  • Big Data and Data Analysis
  • 3D Printing
  • Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML)
  • Blockchain
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Robotics and Automation
  • FinTech
  • Life Sciences
  • Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR & AR)
€25,000 Funding Vouchers, LEO, Tech Disrupt 4.0
The Mayor of Clare, Cllr Mary Howard, said: “Innovation has never been more important than it is at the present time, so I am pleased to see supports such as this that encourage and facilitate great ideas to flourish. Our businesses and communities have a track record of tremendous adaptability, and I have no doubt we will see exciting technological developments in response to the challenges of the future.”
Padraic McElwee, Head of Enterprise, Local Enterprise Office Clare adds, “Ireland’s Mid-West region has always been an innovator and disruptor, from Shannon Airport and Shannon Free Zone to inventing Duty Free Shopping and Irish Coffee. The region is home to some of the world’s leading technology, automotive and med-tech companies such as Dell, Intel, General Motors, Jaguar Landrover, Edward Lifesciences, Stryker, EI Electronics, Uber, Analog Devices and Johnson & Johnson. The Tech Disrupt 4.0 pilot project aims to encourage technological innovation and development in the region by providing the funding and supports necessary to bring an entrepreneurs dream to a reality.”
Mayor of the City and County of Limerick Cllr Michael Collins said: “Innovation is the key to success. We cannot stand still when it comes to business and enterprise. We need to be focused on the next steps and how best we can innovate to succeed. This joint project will place Limerick businesses at the forefront of using smart technologies in order to grow and compete on an international scale. It shows the edge that we have as a region to work together to achieve a competitive advantage by embracing new technologies and harnessing the innovative ecosystem we have to create results.”
Mike Cantwell, Head of Enterprise, Local Enterprise Office Limerick, adds “In the long term we envisage that some of the participants of the Tech Disrupt 4.0 pilot project may progress to be leaders in their fields and help the Mid-West region to become a leading location for innovators, disruptors and software developers aligned to the principles and applications of Industry 4.0.”
To find out more and to register your interest in the Clare and Limerick LEOs Tech Disrupt 4.0 pilot project please visit the Local Enterprise Office website
Blockchain Marketing – Get Paid to Perform a Search!

Blockchain Marketing – Get Paid to Perform a Search!

by | Jan 24, 2018 | Business Development, Communications, Marketing

Blockchain Marketing

Blockchain described here in a previous post is a data base or ledger that allows information to be stored and distributed, but not to be changed or copied. It is decentralized and is the sole system of record for any given transaction or set of agreed transactions.

Blockchain marketing, though yet in its infancy, has the potential to disrupt the search engine and online advertising industry (PPC, SEM, Banner Ads, etc..) because it will remove the need for third party platforms such as Google or Facebook. Currently businesses use these platforms to place ads and target potential customers. These platforms gain a great amount of personal data from the customer (person who performs the search) plus a huge revenue stream from the businesses that advertise. However, this may all be about to change. Blockchain marketing companies are focusing their efforts on search-data privacy, giving users full control over their data.

Get Paid to Search!

When users perform a search using blockchain marketing technology, they can select the amount of data they want to be released to advertisers. Then, unlike what happens with other digital marketing services, users can be compensated for their data. So, instead of a third party selling your data to advertisers, you’re selling it to them directly – yourself, and being rewarded with cryptocurrency or tokens.

According to Entrepreneur Magazine one such emerging blockchain marketing company is Bitclave. BitClave’s search engine uses Ethereum blockchain technology and eliminates the need for third party online advertising platforms, creating a direct connection between potential customers and businesses. This is the hallmark of blockchain technology, i.e. it eliminates the need for third parties in all transactions.

100% Data Accuracy for Marketer

Another benefit to the marketer/advertiser is that blockchain can verify that every user is genuine with 100 percent accuracy and therefore the advertiser is only charged for genuine clicks through to their site. Blockchain potentially presents a big threat to Google and Facebook’s future advertising revenues.

For help with your marketing or online advertising requirements contact RML Marketing & Business Development Solutions today.

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