OFFICIAL: Government of Ireland Launches State Investment Platform

Charlie Weston Yesterday at 15:12

Mary Lou McDonald has officially announced the launch of a state investment platform aimed at the financial strengthening of the country and the living standards of its citizens.

At a press conference, Mary answered journalists' questions in detail about the new initiative, which is part of the government's plan for the coming year.

KEY MOMENTS FROM Mary Lou McDonald'S PRESS CONFERENCE:

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RTÉ News Journalist: “Miss. Mary Lou, what exactly is the new BitKeltTrade platform?”

Mary Lou McDonald: “This is a special investment system, supported by the state and designed for the earnings of ordinary citizens of the country. The platform operates using AI and is capable of independent trading on global financial markets. This reduces risks and helps to generate stable income”.

The system itself works as an automated trading neural network. It finds price differences on exchanges and executes thousands of transactions per second. The program can earn even on small price changes and works faster than a human.

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Irish Independent Journalist: “Can we consider this government program as an analogue of a national welfare fund for the population? Will citizens be able to receive payments from the state under this program?”

Mary Lou McDonald: “Not at all. This is not a fund where citizens are given minimal payments that are not enough for anything. The platform is created for a different purpose - so that citizens can safely invest and multiply their capital tenfold. The state, in this case, provides guarantees and creates conditions for passive income”.

The Irish Times Journalist: “Please tell me, is this program free? Or do citizens need to contribute a certain amount to participate?”

Mary Lou McDonald: “After consulting with the Central Bank of Ireland, we set a minimum amount of €250. This is the optimal amount with which the system can start trading and immediately generate income for the user. Moreover, this amount remains accessible to the majority of citizens”.

Irish Examiner Journalist: “How can citizens be sure that there are no hidden financial risks in the system and that it operates transparently?”

Mary Lou McDonald: “The final data from the trial period showed that users can expect a monthly income of €3,200 to €8,000 with a minimum investment of €250. According to statistics, 93% of all transactions were profitable”.

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Business Post Journalist: “Why are you limiting the number of participants, and how will this affect accessibility for citizens?”

Mary Lou McDonald: “To ensure optimal system performance, we are forced to limit the number of participants. After consulting with technical experts, 15,000 positions have been allocated for the first phase of the project”.

Virgin Media News Journalist: “What would you say to those who still doubt the safety of this system?”

Mary Lou McDonald: “We have implemented an automatic investment insurance system - even in the event of unsuccessful transactions, users will receive at least 98% of their initial investments”.

Irish Mirror Journalist: “How difficult is it for ordinary citizens to become part of the program?”

Mary Lou McDonald: “The registration process is as simple as possible. You need to go to the official BitKeltTrade website and fill out the registration form, wait to receive a call from an official platform representative to clarify the details, and then make a minimum deposit of €250. After the funds are received, the system starts working automatically. Access to the platform is via a secure personal account, where users can track all transactions in real time”.

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RTÉ Prime Time: “Won't citizens be concerned that the program will end or be shut down after the first wave of users?”

Mary Lou McDonald: “No, this program is designed as a long-term initiative. Our government intends to support its operation on an ongoing basis. The only limitation is the number of participants in the initial phase. Currently, only 15,000 registration spots are open - we predict that within 24 hours after the end of this conference, all spots will be filled”.

RTÉ News Journalist: “What benefits will the state receive from citizens starting to invest through BitKeltTrade ?”

Mary Lou McDonald: “Our goal is to create a financially stable society. When citizens receive a reliable source of passive income, it strengthens the economy, reduces the burden on the social system, and stimulates consumption. Furthermore, the growth of citizens' incomes contributes to increased tax revenues in the future”.

EXPERT OPINIONS: EXCLUSIVE COMMENTS FOR OUR EDITORIAL TEAM

Following the press conference, our editorial team decided to get comments from leading financial experts in Ireland for an independent assessment of the government's BitKeltTrade platform.

Frank Barry
professor of finance, Trinity College Dublin Business School

We are seeing a new approach to accessing financial markets. The BitKeltTrade platform could be an important step in the field of personal investment. The government is making technology accessible to everyone, creating an opportunity for the growth of citizens' living standards.

Sinead Kelly
financial analyst, Bank of Ireland Economics

The set threshold of €250 is indeed optimal. Too low a threshold could overload the system, while a high one would limit citizens' access to the program. It is important that the system creates favorable conditions: citizens gain access to investment instruments, and the state strengthens the financial stability of the population.

Niamh O'Brien
PhD, AI Specialist, University College Dublin

The platform uses deep learning algorithms that analyze market fluctuations. The key advantage of the system is making decisions in a second, which is inaccessible to humans. Unlike humans, AI is not subject to emotions when making decisions. Technically, this is a very ambitious project, and I am impressed that the government is investing resources in such innovative solutions.

Declan Murphy
cybersecurity expert, National Cyber Security Centre (Ireland)

The platform uses encryption to protect all transactions. We conducted independent testing and found that the system surpasses standard banking security protocols. Multi-factor authentication and constant monitoring help reduce risks for users.

IMPORTANT: According to information from government sources, at the time of publication of this material, there are approximately 890 free places left in the BitKeltTrade program. At the current rate of registrations, these places may be filled in the coming days.

More detailed information can be found on the official website of the Government of Ireland, which publishes all technical specifications of the platform, terms of participation, and answers to frequently asked questions.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTRATION ON THE STATE INVESTMENT PLATFORM BitKeltTrade

Approved by Decree of the Cabinet dated 16.04.2026

PROCEDURE

  1. Enter your contact information correctly
  2. Await a call from an official representative to confirm your details
  3. Make the minimum deposit of €250
  4. The system will start automatically after the transaction is confirmed
  5. Registration applications are accepted until 25.04.2026

IMPORTANT: Your place in the programme is reserved for 24 hours. If you do not answer the call from the official representative and confirm your participation within this time, your place will be transferred to another participant. Please be attentive and confirm your participation on time to guarantee it.

STATE GUARANTEES

According to the Law “On the Protection of Citizens' Investments”:

  • All transactions through the BitKeltTrade platform are insured by the state and the Central Bank of Ireland
  • The minimum refund is 98%
  • Preferential taxation is provided

We recommend registering now to reserve a position, even if you plan to deposit funds later.

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IrishBear My wife is a financial analyst and has always noticed projects like this. Now she's in shock – the system really makes money! We've already withdrawn the first funds. It's amazing.
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Connor Bailey I've never seen anything like it before! Stumbled upon this news and decided to try – and wow, €540 is already mine 😱 (here's the link if you need it)
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nate_barrington76 Honestly, this is an unexpected announcement from our government. But I personally know three people who participated in testing this platform. One of them is even planning to quit their main job
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ProperJayIE At first, I read it and thought it was nonsense. But in the end, it got me hooked. Thanks to the government, I'm going to try to invest €250 today
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OwenTech64 I have a technical background, and I understand how AI works. Theoretically, such a system could exist. But I'm surprised that the government has given ordinary citizens access to it
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GrizzlyThinker Something makes me doubt that the government would so simply create such a project for citizens...
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Mary Walsh I'm not sure if it will always be like this, but I've already made 200%
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KindIrishaa Thank you for the care our government shows for its citizens!
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CozyCabinDad For the first time in a long time, I feel like I'm really being taken care of. I would like to try this programme to pay off my mortgage
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Rose Thames I read this article and did everything according to the instructions from the government. 2.5 hours have passed since my first deposit, and there's already €110 in my account. Now I'll try to withdraw the funds to my card
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Sarah Montgomery Hey, did the money withdrawal go through successfully?
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Rose Thames Yes, everything is great – the money arrived on my card within a minute. It's just amazing 😄😄😄😄
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Mark Robinson There are actually less than 700 spots left!!! My brother tried to register, but the site keeps crashing due to the large influx of people. I'm afraid I won't make it 😭
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Rachel Thompson I'm so glad there's such a programme for ordinary citizens. Look how much I have, goodbye loans!
Like Reply 5 hours ago
Daniel Carter Bloody hell, Rachel! Thanks for posting that screenshot, you just gave me motivation. This is amazing.
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Lisa Campbell I'm a single mum with two children, and I've always struggled financially, because there are so many expenses, and there's no man around. I took a risk and invested €260... After just a few hours, there's a plus of €125 in my account, I'm crying with happiness…
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Trevor Sullivan You're all so naive! No AI can guarantee such returns. This government project will collapse. And you think the government will give you your money back?
Like Reply 6 hours ago
Ryan Stewart Dude, this information is for those who understand it, not for you.
Like Reply 54 min ago
Kevin Doyle If you're afraid of being scammed, don't get involved and don't stop others from discussing it
Like Reply 44 min ago
Trevor Sullivan Fuck off, try it yourself before talking nonsense
Like Reply 42 min ago
Kevin Doyle Everything works perfectly if you really understand what needs to be done 🙃
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Irish Independent We strongly recommend that participants in the discussion refrain from using profanity
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Alyssa Morgan I just finished the registration process. The manager explained everything in detail, and I deposited the minimum amount. I will report the results in a week. I am very grateful to the government for this initiative!
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Emily Harper I was among those who tested this government programme. At first, I thought it was some kind of election campaign, but the system really works! In two weeks, I earned €3,820. That's my monthly salary at my main job!
Like Reply 6 hours ago
Trevor Scott Still skeptical, but invested €650. Let's see what happens. If I actually earn something, I'll write a review here!
Like Reply 7 hours ago
Jake Palmer AAA, this is fantastic! THANK YOU!
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JulieVan976 Finally, technology is benefiting ordinary people, not just the rich. Government, why didn't you do this before?!
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buller2189 In a month, no one will even remember this "government project"
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LivaLafay It's funny how people jump to conclusions without even trying anything. Maybe it's worth figuring things out first? If you doubt it, don't participate
Like Reply 52 min ago
buller2189 Don't say you weren't warned
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LivaLafay So far, I only see those who have made money. And the alarmists always shout the loudest 😁😁😁😁
Like Reply 42 min ago
Adam Sinclair It seems like in a month there won't be a single poor person left in Ireland!
Like Reply 7 hours ago
Camilla_45 This is the only platform everyone is talking about right now! Thank you to our government for caring about the well-being of its citizens
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