AI will create enormous opportunity and enormous uncertainty. The investors thinking clearly about both are quietly allocating to dirt, steel, and real estate. Let's be clear about something, most commentators aren't: AI will have an unprecedented impact on the economy, on SaaS, and on the creation
Real estate is a game of risk reduction. Every decision we make is designed to shrink it. Here is exactly how we approach a deal. How we find deals Most good opportunities never reach a public listing. Our deal flow comes through direct relationships in the Cork property market -
Why We’re Building SingleStep This Way When I began building SingleStep, I wasn’t trying to create a “two engine strategy”. I was trying to answer a more fundamental question: How do you build something that lasts? Not a project. Not a trade. Not a vehicle that depends on
In 2026, US fintech enters a new phase. After years of pilots and experimentation, technologies like instant payments, stablecoins, embedded finance, and modern treasury systems move firmly into production. The focus shifts from proving what’s possible to building reliable, scalable infrastructure that enterprises, banks, and fintechs can depend on.
A leaked internal memo from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in November 2025 revealed a profound shift underway in the artificial intelligence industry. The memo describes a move to “wartime footing” as platform giants like Google and Microsoft begin to outperform independent, venture-backed AI labs. At the core of this shift
On 13 November 2025, the Irish Government published its new housing strategy: Delivering Homes, Building Communities 2025‑2030, a bold plan to accelerate home-building and reduce homelessness. * 300,000 homes by 2030: This includes 72,000 social homes and 90,000 Starter Home supports. * Massive infrastructure investment: Over €275.4
Agentic commerce means AI agents handle buying, paying, and getting paid across everyday workflows. You set clear rules. They do the work and keep a clean record. Below are five ideas in plain language. Each has the problem and the agentic solution. 1) Claims processing & payouts Problem: Claims take
In June 2025, the Irish government announced comprehensive reforms to the rental sector, aiming to enhance tenant protections while encouraging investment in housing supply. These measures are set to reshape the rental landscape, impacting tenants, landlords, and investors alike. The Need for Reform: Ireland's rental market has faced
2‑minute read The Turning Point Ireland’s property market is entering a new cycle in 2025, driven by the convergence of three forces: surging housing demand, a policy reset designed to accelerate delivery, and renewed capital flows seeking resilient long-term assets. Key developments reshaping the landscape: * Demand Pressures: With
2‑minute read What Changed In early July 2025, Ireland’s Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage published Design Standards for Apartments - Guidelines for Planning Authorities, replacing earlier guidance (including the July 2023 update) Governed by Section 28 of the Planning and Development Act, these updated standards apply
Charlie Munger, the late vice-chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and longtime partner of Warren Buffett, was renowned for his investment acumen and multidisciplinary approach to thinking. Multidisciplinary Thinking Munger advocated building a "latticework of mental models" by integrating insights from psychology, economics, history, and science. This diverse knowledge base
Hi there, I’m reaching out from SingleStep, a Cork-based property investment company actively seeking properties in need of repair or renovation. We specialise in renovating existing properties and have a strong track record of closing deals quickly. As a local team, we make fast decisions and follow through on