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Block W Events
Founded in 2018, BlockW began as a female-led network creating blockchain awareness among women. It has since expanded to advocate for women’s engagement with and involvement in emerging technologies such as AI, Cybersecurity, and Robotics, with 24 events reaching over 5,500 people in 2023/2024. In 2023, BlockW became a non-profit organization.
BlockW & IOB
Green AI & Sustainable IT in Financial Services
Friday 16th May 12-1PM
As AI adoption accelerates in financial services, its environmental impact is becoming a key concern. This webinar will explore how Green AI and Sustainable IT can help reduce energy consumption, lower emissions, and enhance operational efficiency.
Learn how financial institutions are leveraging responsible AI frameworks, green data centers, and eco-efficient IT architectures to meet sustainability goals while maintaining performance.
Sanjay will discuss strategies for optimising AI models for energy efficiency, carbon-aware cloud computing, and sustainable software engineering.
Dr. Sanjay Podder Global Managing Director for Sustainable Technology, Accenture; Co-Founder Green Software Foundation
Blockchain Ireland Summit
Reshaping Learning & Education with Blockchain Technology
27th May 2025
This panel discussion will highlight significant changes occurring in education due to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, and virtual reality. The discussion will address how these tools can transform traditional education into a more student-centred, decentralised model while maintaining educational integrity and values.
The panel will discuss critical topics such as the shift towards active, student-owned learning, the importance of strategic leadership in managing digital transitions, innovative token-based incentives and gamification methods to increase engagement, and the potential of blockchain technology to enhance trust and verification in academic credentials.
The session will also focus on addressing challenges related to accessibility, sustainability, interoperability, and regulatory compliance to ensure these technological advancements remain effective in the long term
Details on Blockchain Ireland Week : https://www.blockchainireland.ie/blockchain-ireland-summit-2025/
Moderator: Dr Susan Rea, Member of BlockW Academic Advisory Board, Member of INABTA Advisory Board , Nimbus Centre Research Director at Munster Technological University Panel: William Beausang: Assistant Secretary in the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Professor Joyce O’Connor, Co-Founder & Chair BlockW , Co Author Redefining Learning: Blockchain & Education Handbook Chapter, Member of the Academic Advisory Board INABTA and Co Chair INABTA Education Working Group Jonathan Mc Connell , Director of Education at the IOB