Simon Hodgkins, Founder of The Global Discussion and international business strategist, speaks about the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence adoption in Ireland. Drawing insights from the AI Island 2026 report, Simon explores how organizations are transitioning from experimentation to operational deployment and what leadership teams must do to scale AI responsibly.00:00 – Introduction to AI in Ireland01:05 – The AI Island 2026 Report Explained02:15 – AI Adoption Across Irish Organizations03:45 – Efficiency and ROI Driving AI Investment05:10 – Integration Challenges and Legacy Systems06:45 – The AI Skills and Leadership Literacy Gap08:00 – Governance and Responsible AI Use09:20 – The Strategic Outlook for AI in 2026---Watch or Listen to The Global DiscussionSpotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/3QdMqfzyvca6EVlEJ80I4nWeb ► https://www.theglobaldiscussion.comYouTube ► / @theglobaldiscussionOthers ► LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and FacebookJoin the newsletter via the website for updates on new episodes.