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Iain Nash
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Senior Lecturer, AI and Technology Law at Edge Hill.

Bad amateur analogue photographer.

Worse Farmer.
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While I appreciate the novelty Aer Lingus, using a plane normally used for transatlantic flights for a quick spin to Manchester seems a bit excessive.

Fun watching everyone trying to get the movies to work though!

#a321 #aerlingus
A map on the seat ahead, showing the flight path between Dublin and manchester A map of the world that shows the very short flight distance between Dublin and manchester.
November 4, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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It was my wedding anniversary recently.
I bought my wife a #lamborghini, just not the normal type!

#farming #ireland
November 3, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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Sleeping cat is not impressed.
October 18, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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@dublinairport.bsky.social while I get knowing where my baggage will be is important, this is a little ott...
October 3, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Starting #SLS in #Leeds the right way.
A photograph of an open book and a pint of IPA on a table in a bar.
September 1, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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From my first attempt at #BlackAndWhite #Photography.
Using #Ilford #HP5+ and home developed, with Ilford chems.

Sunny evening in #Dublin on the #DunLaoghaire #Pier in #Ireland.

Shot with a 1962 fully #manual #camera. Guestimated settings!
A black and white photograph of two bots. The water is very still, so the reflection of the boats is just a little shimmer. There are clouds in the sky.
August 26, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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First attempt at #BlackAndWhite #Photography.
Using #Ilford #HP5+ and home developed, with Ilford chems. Shot with an old 1962 fully manual camera (settings guestimated) or a #Cannon #1n #SLR

Mostly shot in #Dublin or #Wexford, #Ireland, the corn was shot in #Scotland.
A groyne on Rosslare Strand, in black and white. Dun Laoghaire Pier, black and white. A photo of a giant plastic ice cream cone, beside a Cafolla's food truck. A black and white image of Dun Laoghaire pier, a close up of an old chain on top of a granite bollard. A black and white close up of a some corn in a Scottish field.
August 26, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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Edward and Tubbs get a card machine! #localshop #leagueofgentlemen
A card payment machine which has the sticker 'locals only' on it 'local shop' characters Tubbs and Edward from the league of gentlemen
August 13, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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She who must be obeyed but not named has succumbed and is drinking the heathenous Guinness with black currant.

Divorce pending.
July 28, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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It did correct itself when I told it to, and explained its error.
But this isn't great. Confidently stating that someone has a CSAM related conviction when they don't is worrying.
July 17, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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So Open AI thinks I'm in prison for CSAM production.

Even when I suggested I'm not, it doubled down.

Not sure how I feel about this...
July 17, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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Following on from @bostonjoan.bsky.social's AI quick dip into Social Media's AI tools, I have to say that I was actually quite impressed with the answer provided by Grok.

I hadn't used it before, and as a first encounter, it was positively surprising.
Query: has he any criminal records or been involved in anything dodgy? Response: You’re asking about Iain Nash, the UK-based PhD researcher and Senior Lecturer in Law and Cybersecurity, specifically regarding any criminal records or involvement in questionable activities. Based on the available information and the additional context provided, here’s what I can clarify: Iain Nash, PhD Researcher and Senior LecturerThe Iain Nash associated with Queen Mary University of London, Edge Hill University, and cybersecurity law research (based on sources like his personal website, ResearchGate, and The Conversation) has no publicly documented criminal records or evidence of involvement in "dodgy" activities related to his professional or personal conduct. His profile is consistent with that of an academic and legal professional focused on cybersecurity, AI, and consumer IoT regulation. Key points about this Iain Nash:Professional Background: He is a PhD candidate at Queen Mary University of London, a Senior Lecturer at Edge Hill University, and a former associate lecturer at Oxford Brookes University. He also serves as a Peace Commissioner in counties Wicklow, Dublin, and Kildare, a role that typically requires a clean record and involves responsibilities like witnessing signatures and taking statutory declarations.Research and Public Presence: His work includes publications on cybersecurity standards, software liability, and IoT regulation, with contributions to reputable platforms like The Conversation, Missouri Law Review, and Lawfare. He has collaborated with respected academics like Peter Swire and DeBrae Kennedy-Mayo on topics such as EU data protection and AI law. No Criminal Associations: There are no records in the provided sources or broader public data linking this Iain Nash to criminal activity, cybercrime (beyond his research into it), or unethical behavior. His role as a Peace Commissioner further suggests he has passed background checks required for such positions in Ireland. Confusion with Another Iain NashThere is another individual named Iain Nash, a 46-year-old cyber forensics expert from Cheshire, UK, who was convicted of serious criminal offenses. This is not the same person as the academic Iain Nash. To avoid confusion, here’s a brief overview of the other Iain Nash’s criminal record, as reported in credible sources:Criminal Conviction: In 2024, Iain Nash, a cyber forensics expert working for MD5 Ltd (a company providing software to law enforcement agencies like Interpol and the FBI), was jailed for 15 months at Chester Crown Court. He pleaded guilty to possessing, making, taking, and distributing indecent images of children. The case came to light after he accidentally handed in a personal hard drive containing 1,123 illegal images when resigning from his job in January 2020. Additional offenses included drink-driving and possession of a pen knife in court, leading to further convictions. He was subjected to a 10-year sexual harm prevention order and required to sign the Sex Offenders’ Register for 10 years. Context: This Iain Nash lived in Congleton, Cheshire, and was involved in selling forensic software, a field distinct from the academic research of the cybersecurity law lecturer. The nature of his crimes and his professional role in digital forensics are unrelated to the academic Iain Nash’s work in law and policy. Distinguishing the TwoThe academic Iain Nash (based in London and associated with Edge Hill University) and the convicted Iain Nash (from Cheshire, involved in digital forensics) are clearly distinct individuals:Geographic and Professional Differences: The academic Nash is tied to universities in London and Lancashire, with a focus on legal research and teaching. The convicted Nash was based in Cheshire and worked in a commercial forensics role. Public Records: The academic Nash’s online presence (e.g., iainnash.ie, LinkedIn, ResearchGate) shows no overlap with the criminal case reported in sources like the Daily Mail and Manchester Evening News. Role as Peace Commissioner: The academic Nash’s appointment as a Peace Commissioner in Ireland strongly indicates a clean record, as such roles typically involve vetting. ConclusionThe Iain Nash you likely meant, the UK-based PhD researcher and Senior Lecturer in Law and Cybersecurity, has no criminal records or documented involvement in anything unethical or "dodgy" based on available information. His professional work focuses on legitimate academic and legal contributions to cybersecurity and AI regulation. The criminal record belongs to a different Iain Nash, a cyber forensics expert convicted in 2024 for serious offenses. If you need further clarification or want me to dig deeper into a specific aspect, let me know!
July 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Supervisor is not impressed.

He knows when I have video calls and then pounces in front of the camera.

#proofofcat
A black cat, with a red collar sitting on a desk. The cat is looking to the left of the camera, ignoring the photographer. A leather diary is in front of the cat.
June 24, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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Tractoring on the longest day of the year.

Turning hay, spreading fertiziler and topping with a vintage David Brown.

4 litres of #lucozade downed throughout the day.

#farming #ireland #tractor #wicklow
Three images: A close up of a tine on a hay turner, on a field of hay A far out image of a blue new holland tractor spreading fertiliser An old 1962 David Brown topping a paddock.
June 21, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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Co-author is not pulling his weight.
#proofofcat #writing #academia
A black cat, half asleep, with his front legs pointing towarss the camera.
May 30, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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Today is #worldbeeday so here is one of our hives! #amm #bees #pollinators #ireland #wicklow

These are Apis Mellifera Mellifera, or Irish black bees. They are native to Ireland and used to be the dominant form of bee in Europe but now their lines are threatened.
May 20, 2025 at 10:03 PM
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Wicklow mountains looking gorgeous today.

#photography #dublin #ireland #wicklow
May 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Trinity College looking lovely today. #tcd #dublin
April 30, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Cute death machines!
A small group of calves looking through an iron gate
March 17, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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#phd life
March 9, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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February 21, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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I think he would like one though!
February 14, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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Angry bird!

#nature #photography
February 9, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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Loving the new #ilford retro packaging.

Haven't shot much #b&w but looking forward to getting through a few rolls.

#photography #35mm #analogue #film #retro #hp5 #b&wfilm
January 17, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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TV? No! Look at me!
#proofofcat
A black cat sitting in front of a TV screen
January 13, 2025 at 9:13 PM