Ireland is a global medtech leader, but SMEs need more support to embrace AI and digital transformation. A new Ibec report calls for targeted policies to maintain competitiveness and foster inclusive innovation across the sector.

Launched in 2019, the French Deep Tech Plan has fueled innovation with 2,589 startups and €3.4B invested. As part of France 2030, it offers new opportunities for Franco-Irish collaboration in research, funding, and the industrialization of breakthrough technologies.