Brian O'Donovan
RTÉ Work and Technology Correspondent providing reporting and analysis on tech policy, regulation and recent controversies such as AI image generation and platform moderation.
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Jan 16, 2026 • 7min
AI Minister to meet with X representatives
In this discussion, Brian O'Donovan, an RTÉ Work and Technology Correspondent with a keen focus on tech policy, dives into the meeting between Minister Niamh Smyth and representatives of X regarding the generation of sexualized images. He addresses the legal implications and recent updates on Irish law, alongside government stances on technology firms. Additionally, Brian highlights the investigation into child abuse material linked to generated content and examines TikTok's new age-detection technology, raising privacy concerns amidst its growing popularity.
Jan 14, 2026 • 6min
Politicians debate social media regulation
Brian O'Donovan, RTÉ's tech correspondent, and Detective Chief Superintendent Barry Walsh of the Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau delve into pressing issues of online platform regulation. They discuss the alarming rise of AI-generated indecent imagery and ongoing investigations. Walsh emphasizes the need for improved legislation to combat increasing child sexual abuse reports, which reached 25,000 this year. The pair also explore the scrutiny surrounding the Grok app on X and the political fallout as parties reconsider their social media presence.
