The Digital Hub is strengthening Dublin’s reputation as a centre for technology, creativity and community innovation. Its latest updates include an open call for an AI residency, cultural events in the Liberties and new developments across Ireland’s digital and medtech sectors.
Published updates from The Digital Hub highlight how the Dublin 8 campus continues to connect businesses, artists, learners and local communities. The programme also reflects wider priorities associated with gov.ie, enterprise development, digital skills and innovation policy.
The Digital Hub AI residency open call
The Digital Hub’s “AI for Communities – Empowering People Through AI” residency is designed as a four-month programme focused on developing and piloting a community-centred model for artificial intelligence learning and engagement.
The open call is aimed at individuals or multidisciplinary teams with experience in areas such as:
- AI literacy and emerging technologies
- Community engagement and education
- Digital innovation
- Social innovation
The selected resident designer or facilitator will receive a fee of €12,000, inclusive of VAT. The stated closing date for expressions of interest is 9 October 2026 at 11:59pm. Applicants should consult The Digital Hub’s official application information for eligibility requirements and submission details.
Why community-focused AI matters
Rather than treating AI as purely a commercial technology, the residency places emphasis on public understanding, participation and practical learning. That approach is relevant to Ireland’s evolving digital strategy and to public bodies working across education, enterprise, health and social inclusion.
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Culture and events at the Dublin 8 campus
The Digital Hub remains an active venue for community and cultural activity in The Liberties. Its published schedule includes participation in Dublin Fringe Festival 2026, Culture Night 2026 and The Liberties Festival, with performances, exhibitions and other events planned across the campus.
The site has also supported local markets and creative gatherings, including flea markets featuring vintage sellers, designers, craftspeople, jewellery makers and food-related traders. Electronic musicians and producers have likewise been invited to participate in collaborative sessions through Bloop Groop events.
These activities complement The Digital Hub’s role as a workspace and innovation campus, while helping connect technology organisations with residents and cultural audiences in Dublin 8.
Digital health and learning programmes
One highlighted industry update concerns Irish medtech company patientMpower. The Digital Hub reported that a randomised controlled trial found its digital healthcare approach could reduce outpatient appointments by 80% and health service costs by 92%. The figures were presented in the source update and relate to the reported trial findings.
The campus also delivers learning programmes through its Learning Studio and partners, welcoming local learners of different ages. These initiatives support digital skills, education and participation, areas that align with the work of organisations such as the Health Service Executive (HSE), Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland and the Higher Education Authority (HEA).
What the latest updates show
From its strategic planning and member activity to cultural partnerships and AI education, The Digital Hub is presenting a broad vision for Dublin’s digital ecosystem. Its member network includes technology, creative and social-impact organisations, while its public-facing programmes extend the campus’s value beyond business operations.
Key takeaway: The Digital Hub’s AI residency and community programme demonstrate how digital innovation in Ireland is increasingly being linked with education, inclusion, culture and practical public benefit.
Article/Image Courtesy: The Digital Hub
