Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026#BlockchainIreland is partnering with #TEDxDublin for its annual summit on 22 October with a theme of The Next Era of Finance: The Onchain Age! #Blockchain #DLT #Web3 #Onchain #DeFi For more information and to join us: www.blockchainireland.ie/blockchain-i...blockchainireland.ieBlockchain Ireland Summit 2026 | Dublin, 22 OctoberJoin Blockchain Ireland Summit 2026 in Dublin on 22 October. Explore onchain finance, tokenisation and stablecoins. Book your ticket. 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026I'd be willing to bet that this was an entirely unforeseen and unintended consequence... www.bbc.com/news/article...bbc.comTrump's AI rebrand causes 'unprecedented' demand for Slovenian website namesThe president wants AI to be called super intelligence - or SI - the same initials used by Slovenian domains. 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026[Drums fingers] Is it the 20th yet?... What about now? 😁 010
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 30/09/2026The point that scuppers this is that no one, including AI, is able to predict what will go viral in music. No one yet knows what'll appeal to our human sensibilities, otherwise there'd be AI engineered hits all the time—but there isn't. Without knowing the secrets, how can AI displace human genius? 001
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 25/09/2026It's not often I feel proud of our political leaders, but this is one of those times. www.rte.ie/news/2026/09...rte.ieTaoiseach says world has 'failed Palestine' in UN addressWhen the true horrors of Gaza "are finally and fully revealed, it will shame the world", Micheál Martin has said in his New York address at the UN. 020
Reposted by Paul Hⓘ 𝕆ligarch f*ckery detected @adelpreore.bsky.social · 22/09/2026It's worth repeating... 28633
Reposted by Paul HZeteo @zeteo.com · 22/09/2026SCOOP: Israel Is Funding AI Chatbot Propaganda Yet another website appears precision-engineered to propel favorable AI narratives. Read today's 'First Draft' by @premthakker.bsky.social: zeteo.com/p/scoop-isra... 711754
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 22/09/2026As if any proof were needed to show the lies of Trump and Rubio about what's driving diesel prices... well, here it is in one easy graph. 011
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Every bibliophile's dream: finding a rare first edition in a charity shop! www.bbc.com/news/article...bbc.comTo Kill a Mockingbird first edition found in London Oxfam shopAn original US edition of To Kill a Mockingbird is found in an Oxfam store in west London. 021
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Some strong words here from #JensenHuang Almost as if he's trying to quiet the horses that got spooked. #AI #PacetheFrontier www.bbc.com/news/article...bbc.comNvidia boss rejects AI extinction fears as 'doomsday narratives'Jensen Huang's comments come after warnings from AI researchers that the technology could lead to human extinction. 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Sounds big, but is it even a flea bite? #DataProtection #GDPR www.rte.ie/news/busines...rte.ieGoogle fined €403m by data watchdog for location trackingTech giant Google has been fined €403m by the Data Protection Commission (DPC) over the processing of location data. 010
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Huge congratulations to the #DCUSolarRacing Team finishing 15th in their first ever 24hr Race! Immense achievement to finish an endurance race on the first outing! #Zolder #SolarRacing 001
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 19/09/2026Go #DCUSolarRacing! A great start to build on! #SolarRacing #Zolder 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 19/09/2026The best of Irish luck to the #DCUSolarRacing Team who compete for the first time in Zolder today! Immense achievement just to get to the start line. 010
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Just tried to log into a public service website on this this: "We are experiencing a high volume of traffic and using a virtual queue to limit the amount of users on the website at the same time. This will ensure you have the best possible online experience." A queue for a website? #WTAF? 000
Reposted by Paul Helia ayoub @ayoub.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Friend shared this video of a man unveiling the library he hid when he fled Damascus in 2011. It’s incredible 25150253941
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 17/09/2026So, as if the apocalyptic news from various quarters was not enough, the cosmos reminds us what's really worth worrying about... www.euronews.com/next/2026/09...?euronews.comA chunk of the Sun blasted off and could trigger storms on EarthA cloud of material blasted from the Sun on Monday is due to reach Earth on Thursday, forecasters say, with a minor geomagnetic storm possible and auroras likely visible at high latitudes. 162
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 14/09/2026It's almost as if they aren't even trying to hide it any more. 010
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 10/09/2026This is full Roderick Spode! We need Bertie Wooster and Jeeves immediately! 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Just a wee shower, and some thunder and lightning in Brescia! 000
Reposted by Paul HDJ Francois @djfrancois.bsky.social · 27/08/2026Patients are being told that they must consent to an AI tool recording their appointment in order to access medical support. If you agree this is wrong, add your name to the petition here my.uplift.ie/petitions/st... @uplift.iemy.uplift.ieStop AI being forced on patients in medical settingsPatients are being told that they must consent to an AI tool recording their appointment in order to access medical support. If you agree this is wrong, add your name to the petition here 011
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 25/08/2026WTAF is going on here? Via Euronews: CIA director Ratcliffe arrives in Moscow on secret visit, US reports claim www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...euronews.comCIA director Ratcliffe makes secret trip to Moscow, US reports claimJohn Ratcliffe reportedly arrived in the Russian capital on Tuesday for meetings, in what appears to be his first visit to Russia as CIA director. #EuropeNews 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Another legend passes. ZZ Top's Frank Beard has passed away aged 77. #RIP www.bbc.com/news/article...bbc.comZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies aged 77A statement on the blues-rock band's website said he died on Monday in hospice 000
Reposted by Paul HThe Journal @thejournal.ie · 18/08/2026New research has revealed that ancient “Kerry cow” bones discovered on the Dingle Peninsula were “never cattle at all”. The researchers say the finding has “rewritten a key chapter in Irish prehistory” and “challenges a long-held theory on farming’s arrival in Ireland and Britain”. jrnl.ie/7134035jrnl.ieAncient 'Kerry cow' bones discovered on Dingle Peninsula ‘were never cattle at all’The discovery ‘removes one of the most significant pieces of evidence for when agriculture developed in Ireland or Britain’. 093
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Alas, this sounds too good to be true. I hope not. #ClimateChange #CarbonReduction #GreenEnergy www.goodnewsnetwork.org/cement-kilns...goodnewsnetwork.orgCement Kilns Could Become Carbon Negative if Run on Clean Energy Because Limestone Absorbs CO2The researchers collaborated with the US company Heirloom Carbon Technologies which utilizes a DAC method called calcium looping. 010
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 17/08/2026I can't help but think this is yet another indication of the extent of the damage that we have done to the environment and have yet to bring under control. #ClimateChange #ArcticIce #MeltingIceCaps www.france24.com/en/live-news...france24.comChinese ship sets off for Europe through Arctic, halving travel timeA Chinese container vessel has set sail for Europe through the Arctic, part of new weekly service on a route that cuts shipment times in half but which environmental groups warn could speed up the mel... 000
Reposted by Paul HPeter Coles 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️ 🇮🇪 @telescoper.bsky.social · 13/08/2026"Why do those frowning vapors interpose Between the bright expansion and my eyes, By whose unkindness for a time I lose The beauteous prospect of these azure skies? Deny not thus my sight to satisfy, Malicious clouds, before you rarefy." from "The Eclipse" by Lady Hester Pulter (1605–1678) 061
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Looks like we might have an explanation for this odd aerial phenomenon... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anticre... 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Very odd aerial phenomenon spotted on the way home from #SolarEclipse viewing yesterday. A long shadow across the sky seen from Dublin 15. What is this? 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 12/08/2026For once, Irish weather is cooperating with a celestial event! #SolarEclipse 010
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Conditions continue to look favourable for #SolarEclipse viewing in our locale... imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q7... Fingers crossed! 010
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 07/08/2026That #Article5 like condition is interesting, as currently it could be triggered by a number of actors in various theaters. 100
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 07/08/2026There was an odd arrival in the village this morning. I suspect an errant sat nav and an inexperienced driver. 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Well, this is not at all #distopian #AI #InternetofBots www.theregister.com/ai-and-ml/20...theregister.comTime Magazine has a separate version of its website with ads only AI can seeBrands are already paying to influence what chatbots say about them 100
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 05/08/2026This is welcome news. It should extend to all public services. 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 05/08/2026[Sigh] Time for this again... "The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command." You could add wallet to this list, if you are not a billionaire riding the gravy train. 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Are we at all surprised that people got stiffed for costs at what was supposed to be the highlight of the year? #USA250 www.bbc.com/sport/mixed-...bbc.comUFC White House: UFC loses $30m staging Freedom 250 event at White HouseUFC owners lose $30m (£22m) staging the Freedom 250 event, which was attended by US President Donald Trump, at the White House in June. 000
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Looks like there isn't much benefit in driving to Cork from the Dublin for the #SolarEclipse on the 12th August — 94% vs 97%. Clear skies would be the priority, but that's not somethign in my control. Yet. :) #Astronomy www.esa.int/Science_Expl...esa.intEuropean solar eclipsesEurope has no less than three solar eclipses coming up: 12 August 2026 – total solar eclipse in Greenland, Iceland, Spain & Portugal. 2 August 2027 – total solar eclipse ... 010
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 29/07/2026Deeply saddened to see the news of the tragic passing of Glen Hansard. A huge loss, to music, culture and the world. RIP Glen. www.rte.ie/news/ireland...rte.ieOscar winning musician Glen Hansard dies in Dublin crashOscar-winning songwriter and The Frames frontman Glen Hansard has died aged 56 in a road crash in Dublin. 030
Paul H @paulus-maximus.bsky.social · 28/07/2026I am deeply saddened by the prospect of the Jodrell Bank radio telescope going dark. In an age of increasing darkness, this is not how to proceed. www.bbc.com/news/article... #FundScience #Science #Research #Astronomybbc.comJodrell Bank's Lovell telescope faces axe in science cuts, BBC understandsAstronomers warn it would tear the heart out of UK science, and leave a generation untrained. 030
