Version 1, an AI-focused technology services company, is acquiring a 550-person firm that serves clients in highly regulated industries including igaming, financial services and utilities. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition will expand Version 1's capabilities in serving regulated sectors where compliance and security requirements are particularly stringent.

'Strong strategic fit': northern ireland offices form part of €500m, 4,250-strong technology services powerhouse following new acquisition. By Claire Cartmill Published 30th Apr 2026, 12:29 BST Belfast-based offices at Lanyon Place part of Version 1's growth following the acquisition of CreateFuture in an undisclosed deal, boosting its AI capabilities and international reach Version 1, the global AI and digital transformation consultancy with offices at Lanyon Place in Belfast, has announced it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire technology services firm CreateFuture for an undisclosed sum. CreateFuture employs around 550 people and works with clients in highly regulated sectors including iGaming, financial services and utilities. The company is known for its AI-native, practitioner-led approach to delivering complex digital transformation programmes for large enterprises. The combined group will have around 4,250 employees and annual revenues of more than €500 million, significantly expanding Version 1's scale and expertise across both public and private sector markets. Together, Version 1 and CreateFuture will deliver AI-driven digital transformation programmes at scale across complex, regulated environments in both public and private sectors. You May Like CreateFuture is a practitioner-led, AI-native partner to large enterprise clients, focused on iGaming and other sectors where technical precision and regulatory compliance are critical. Combined, the organisations will bring deeper expertise and greater delivery capacity to support clients across a broader range of industries. "This acquisition is a strong strategic fit for Version 1, strengthening our capabilities and expanding the markets we serve," said Roop Singh, chief executive officer at Version 1. "CreateFuture is an exceptional business, with high-calibre talent, deep client relationships and sector expertise that directly complements our own. They have built something genuinely impressive for clients, leveraging AI-driven capabilities with a flexible and agile approach, and have delivered sustained growth ahead of the market. This is a growth acquisition and reflects exactly where we are as a business, confident in our people, clear on our strategy and ready for what comes next." Euan Andrews, founder of CreateFuture, said: "We started CreateFuture 16 years ago with a simple belief that the best work happens when great people are trusted to do great work for clients who care about the outcome. That belief has not changed, and this partnership accelerates our ambition for CreateFuture with a highly culturally aligned partner in Version 1. "It enables us to better serve our clients with enhanced capability and scale whilst unlocking significant opportunities for our team members. I am genuinely excited about what this means for our people, for our clients, and for the next chapter of the business we have built together." The CreateFuture leadership team will remain in place, continuing to lead its existing teams and client engagement. Completion of the acquisition remains subject to receipt of customary regulatory clearances.

Version 1 opens new Dublin headquarters and AI studio. Global AI technology leader selects Dublin for its state-of-the-art AI studio and expands local workforce with the addition of new jobs 25 March 2026 Version 1, the global digital transformation and technology leader with its roots in Ireland, has recently opened its new Dublin headquarters and AI Studio at Four Park Place. "This is more than an office opening. It is a statement of intent. Thirty years ago, Version 1 was founded in Dublin with a commitment to making technology deliver extraordinary business outcomes and citizen welfare. That commitment has not changed, but the scale and ambition have," Roop Singh, chief executive officer of Version 1, said. He added: "our principal belief is that AI enhances human capability, it does not replace it. This studio is where we will prove that, working alongside our customers and communities to build AI solutions that are practical, governed and grounded in real business outcomes." The opening, attended by minister for enterprise, tourism and employment - Peter Burke TD and minister of state for trade promotion, AI and digital transformation - Niamh Smyth TD, represents a significant inward investment in Ireland's economy and positions Dublin as a global premier hub for enterprise AI innovation. Alongside the new headquarters opening, Version 1 announced 250 new jobs across its operations. The company also recently shared plans at the UK-Ireland Summit to add 400 jobs in Northern Ireland following engagement with Invest NI. These investments underscore Version 1's commitment to building and retaining critical AI skills locally and strengthening the competitive advantage of the markets it serves across Ireland, the United Kingdom, mainland Europe, India and North America. The new facility goes beyond a traditional corporate headquarters. The AI Studio has been designed as a space to harness the power of technology by co-creating solutions to complex problems alongside customers from all sectors. It will also be available to schools, universities and community groups in an effort to democratise technology, reflecting the company's view that AI must carry a social licence and be developed responsibly. Version 1's approach to AI is built on four principles: AI should enhance rather than replace human capability; business and people-focused outcomes must come before technology choices; co-creation with customers delivers faster, more practical results; organisations must prepare their people, skills and culture for AI to succeed. Patryk Goron