Report shows that internet firms pump £1.58bn into Northern Ireland economy 

New research has revealed that the internet business contributes £1.6bn to the Northern Ireland economy.

Exclusive Scale of online hate revealed as social media cited in 13,000 crime reports 

More than 13,000 suspected crimes linked to social media sites were reported to police in a three-year period, it can be revealed.

Northern Ireland software firm Thrive targets one million users after £2.75m boost 

A Belfast software firm which counts media giant HBO among its clients has won investment which it says will help it increase its users four-fold to one million.

Tech trends to track during 2020 

What are the tech trends to track in 2020? Here are a few predictions:

Belfast specialist camera firm sees its pre-tax profits rise 50% to £14.7m 

Belfast specialist camera company Andor Technology has recorded a rise in turnover of almost 20% to £75m last year with pre-tax profits also up by over 50% to £14.7m.

Northern Ireland e-learning firm reports sales up 28% to £13.77m over last year 

Northern lreland e-learning company Learning Pool has said sales have grown by 28% to £13.77m over the last year.

AI pioneer Adoreboard gets funding boost to expand software used by top brands 

A software company which uses artificial intelligence to monitor emotional engagement with brands has secured funding enabling it to create six jobs.

Novosco happy to sponsor cybersecurity award at Belfast Telegraph IT Awards 

Novosco, a CANCOM company, was delighted to support the inaugural Belfast Telegraph IT Awards to recognise and celebrate the industry-leading IT talent driving what is Northern Ireland's fastest growing sector.

Smartzer to create 16 jobs as it launches Belfast team 

Interactive technology company Smartzer is to invest in Northern Ireland for the first time, creating 16 jobs with an average salary of £33,500.

Northern Ireland could attract a tech giant one day, says Google as it opens new Belfast digital hub 

Northern Ireland could attract an industry giant such as Google or Facebook in the future as the burgeoning tech scene here continues to expand, a top Google executive has said.

Belfast tech firm Cloudsmith raises £2.1m for future growth 

Northern Ireland tech firm Cloudsmith has secured £2.1m in funding in one of the biggest early stage rounds for a start-up.

Wrightbus: First buses roll off production line since Bamford take-over 

Ballymena bus company Wrightbus has delivered its first buses since the firm’s collapse and subsequent sale to entrepreneur Jo Bamford.

Novosco launches Belfast security hub creating 12 jobs 

Local IT firm Novosco has created 12 jobs with the opening of a new security operations centre in Belfast.

IT giant Kainos delays move to new Belfast offices until late 2021 

Northern Ireland IT giant Kainos has said it's "pushing out" a move into new offices on the site of the Movie House on Belfast's Dublin Road until late 2021.

Paddy Graham: Why Northern Ireland can compete for a slice of the lucrative tech sector pie 

Every nation in the world is currently trying to work out what the global economy will look like in the future and how they can claim a place in it.

New lab at Ulster University opened by IT giant Allstate 

Allstate, Northern Ireland's biggest IT company, has opened a new computing lab at Ulster University's Magee campus.

First Derivatives reports profit rise as search continues for new chief executive 

Newry technology firm First Derivatives has said it’s continuing its search for a new chief executive following the death of founder Brian Conlon earlier this year.

Openreach backs technology award at Belfast Telegraph Property event 

Openreach, the engineering team that builds, maintains and manages the broadband network in Northern Ireland, is returning as sponsor of the 'Innovative Use of Smart Home Technology' category at this year's Belfast Telegraph Property Awards.

North west IT firm Modern Democracy transforming election day with new software 

A Londonderry-based IT firm is creating eight jobs after it received funding from Invest NI to develop polling day software that could transform election processes.

New Belfast tech business SUSSD secures 1,000 sign-ups in its first week 

A Belfast technology start-up that allows companies to test ideas with the public before investing has had 1,000 sign-ups in its first week.

Crossgar brothers beat 1,400 to take eBay award for their global auto parts business 

Two Crossgar brothers have won a UK-wide eBay award, shortlisted from 1,400 applicants.

New academy offers graduates career path in world of IT 

The Department for the Economy has launched a new Assured Skills Academy with US insurance company Aflac in partnership with Belfast Met, offering 20 training places for graduates in any discipline.

Microsoft to invest £1m in new digital learning centre at Belfast's W5 

US computer giant Microsoft is to invest £1m in a new digital learning centre which will open in autumn 2020 at W5 in the Odyssey.

Tourism NI pays £11k to influencers for social media posts 

Tourism NI has paid £11,000 to influencers and bloggers to encourage holidaymakers to book a trip to Northern Ireland, it can be revealed.

Why texting and traditional ways of communicating go hand in hand 

As the range of available communication options expands, many businesses are returning to more familiar, mobile communication methods similar to SMS or ‘text’ messaging.

Why refurbished IT equipment is the way forward in modern 'circular economy' 

RBU (Refreshedbyus.com) is proud sponsor of the IT Team of the Year category at the inaugural Belfast Telegraph IT Awards this year.

Former Odyssey nightclub to address STEM grads shortage 

Plans to convert the former home of the iconic Beach nightclub into a digital learning centre have been submitted to Belfast City Council.

How an internet phone system can improve reliability for your business 

Ask any businessperson what they view as the most important factor when choosing new technology or telecoms solutions and more often than not they’ll say reliability.

It's the generation game for IT guru Bil Harmer 

Tech supremo Bil Harmer keeps a treasured photograph of an east Belfast terrace. It shows four generations of his family, each standing in front of the same wall of the house at Moorfield Street where his father was born.

Three network offline with Northern Ireland users urged to turn phones off and on again 

Mobile phone network Three has said network issues should be fixed by the end of the day.

Northern Ireland IT firm Novosco sold in £70m deal to German firm 

Northern Ireland Ireland IT company Novosco has been sold to a German business in a £70m deal.

Improved connectivity is helping Belfast 

In 2017, Belfast City Council launched the Belfast Agenda - a bold community plan focused on making the city a welcoming, safe and inclusive place for all, with a thriving economy that benefits every member of society.

Shortlist for Belfast Telegraph IT Awards unveiled 

Belfast Telegraph is delighted to today unveil the shortlist of entrants in the IT Awards 2019, proudly supported by Carson McDowell.

Why automation needn't threaten us 

The retail sector has already been shaped profoundly by technological change, from online fulfilment to warehouse robots and in-store automated technology.

US insurance firm Aflac to create 150 jobs with new Belfast tech centre 

A US-based insurance firm has announced it will open a technology innovation centre in Belfast, creating 150 jobs.

How use of data can boost the bottom line 

As consumers and businesses, we are producing and sharing more data than ever before, from personal details to information such as when and how we interact with each other.

Companies can take steps to protect against cyber attacks 

These days it seems there isn't a week that goes by without a press report of a cyber-hack, or law enforcement attempts to thwart one.

£4.5m investment to create 70 jobs at technology firm MetaCompliance 

A Londonderry technology firm is to invest more than £4.5m to create 70 jobs paying an average of £27,000 as it capitalises on demand in international markets.

Tech firm MetaCompliance creates 70 jobs in Londonderry 

A Londonderry technology firm is to invest more than £4.5m to create 70 jobs paying an average of £27,000 as it capitalises on demand in international markets.

Fifth of Belfast workers employed in digital tech sector 

Tech Nation has said a fifth of Belfast's workers are now employed in the digital tech sector, as it prepared to hold an industry event today.

Nurturing the careers of young people in IT is key to our company's success 

The Version 1 team is delighted to sponsor the Young IT Professional of the Year category at the inaugural Belfast Telegraph IT Awards.

Apple TV streaming service to launch on November 1 – and will be available in UK 

Apple’s Netflix-rivalling TV streaming service will launch on November 1, the technology giant has confirmed.

Introducing final three judges for the inaugural Belfast Telegraph IT awards 

We were proud to announce the launch of our inaugural Belfast Telegraph IT Awards last month, supported by Carson McDowell.

Scottish software firm Bitwise creating 15 jobs at new £1.35m Belfast hub 

Tech company Bitwise is set to create 15 jobs with a new £1.35m software centre of excellence in south Belfast.

Two-thirds of Northern Ireland employers investing in automation to boost productivity 

Almost two thirds of employers in Northern Ireland are investing in automation in a bid to improve productivity in their workplaces, according to a new survey released today.

How tech capability is key to success for Belfast Telegraph IT Awards sponsor firm 

Wilson Nesbitt Solicitors is delighted to support the Belfast Telegraph IT Awards through their sponsorship of the IT Project Team of Year award.

Tech 'the top challenge for insurers' 

Responding to changes in technology is the biggest challenge facing insurance leaders around the world, according to consulting group PwC.

Reduced food alert app gets launched in Northern Ireland 

An app developed to help grocery stores shift their reduced-to-clear food has been launched in Northern Ireland.

Building a very strong fintech hub in Belfast is only the beginning 

It has become clear in the year since we opened the Catalyst Belfast Fintech Hub that there are a host of people who share our goal of making Belfast a brilliant ecosystem for start-ups and scale-ups.

Globetrotting tech whiz Dan Bladen touches down in Northern Ireland 

A tech whiz whose travels around the world gave him the inspiration for his firm is now set to pitch up in Belfast.