The ICT Talent Pipeline
Sopiko Abulidze, a Software Development Apprentice with FIT – Fastrack into Information Technology and Meath County Council, has been named ICT Apprentice of the Year 2026 at the Generation Apprenticeship Apprentice of the Year Awards. This is a fantastic achievement for Sopiko, recognising her hard work, commitment to learning and […]
We are delighted to announce that FIT (Fastrack into Information Technology) has been shortlisted for the Tech 4 Good Sustainability Award at this year’s Technology Ireland Industry Awards! The nomination recognises the work taking place across FIT’s GreenShift, IMR, Consumer Electronics and White Goods programmes, highlighting our contribution to sustainability […]
New AI Lab will provide FIT’s first dedicated physical space for practical AI training Intel and Fastrack into Information Technology (FIT) today announced the launch of the AI for Future Workforce Programme in Ireland, including the development of a dedicated AI Lab where learners can undertake practical artificial intelligence training. […]
National initiative aims to help ensure people across Ireland can access the skills needed to participate in an AI-enabled economy. – FIT (Fastrack into Information Technology) today announced a commitment to upskill 400,000 people in artificial intelligence by 2030. The goal is to address the emerging AI skills gap by […]
From 5th to 7th of October, Ireland will be hosting the National Cybersecurity Conference of the Irish EU Presidency, bring together senior representatives from government, EU institutions, industry, academia and the wider European cyber security community to examine the most significant cyber security challenges and opportunities facing Europe. FIT (Fastrack […]
The EU AI Act is the world’s first comprehensive legal framework for artificial intelligence (AI). It is a set of rules that apply across the European Union to make sure artificial intelligence is used safely. Its goal is to support the development of AI that is trustworthy and focused on […]
Irish businesses are facing an urgent shift in how they build software talent, as artificial intelligence rapidly transforms the skills needed to compete. With demand for experienced developers continuing to outpace supply, industry leaders are warning that traditional hiring strategies are no longer enough to meet the pace of change. […]
FIT (Fastrack into Information Technology) are thrilled to collaborate on GreenShift, an EU-co-funded initiative for Europe’s transport and mobility sector under the Digital Europe Programme. The Consortium formally launched in the National College of Ireland (NCI) in October 2025, where global Consortium partners met to collaborate on the project. The project signals a […]
Cybersecurity has become one of the most urgent issues facing Irish businesses today. While large enterprises may have dedicated security teams, it’s small and medium businesses that are being hit hardest – often because they underestimate their own risk. The Irish Times reported that almost 90% of Irish companies have experienced disruption or financial loss due to cyberattacks in recent years. Cybersecurity is […]
FIT (Fastrack into Information Technology) celebrated its fourth annual HERo in Tech Expo on the 25th of November 2025, in the Green Isle Hotel, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. With over 1,400 students exploring career opportunities from 40 exhibitors, this year’s expo marks the biggest one yet. The event brought together students, […]