That's according to a survey of over 11 thousand people by Deloitte.
Most Irish people find it "creepy" when their phone shows ads based on conversations they've had.
That's according to a survey of over 11 thousand people by Deloitte, which found two thirds were alarmed by the way companies track their personal data.
Our Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly says there's no public evidence our devices are listening to us, but says they do track our online activity:
Midlands Maura Higgins Is Making Her Big Screen Debut
She is set to star in a comedy.
Boomtown Rats Join Laois Festival Line-Up
Bob Geldof and the Boomtown Rats is one of this year's headliners for Emo's Forest Fest.
Midlands Communities Celebrating St. Brigid's Day
There is events taking place across all three counties.
Laois Woman Praises 'Slightest Touch' Documentary Crew
The film on Abbeyleix's Emma Fogerty and actor Colin Farrell's preparations for the Dublin Marathon.
Braveheart Fans Preparing For Auction From Midlands Home
Pieces are being sold from St Martin's in Trim where Mel Gibson stayed when shooting Braveheart.
Midlands Stars Shine After Country Week On Dancing With The Stars
Both Tolü Makay and Katelyn Cummins got over 30 points last night.
Midlands Golden Goose Concepta Defies The Odds Again
Concepta was first bought as a Christmas present and soon became a loved part of the family.
Dancers, Musicians, Choirs Wanted For Pan Celtic Festival In Carlow
The event runs from April 7th–11th in Carlow Town.
Midlands Musicians Competing In Seán Ó Riada Bonn Óir Competition
The event takes place in Cork this evening.
Bressie Hosting Book Launch Event In Westmeath
The book is called 'The Place That Has Never Been Wounded'.
Offaly Filmmaker Nominated For IFTA Award
Nicky Larkin's film 'Punt' is nominated for the short film category.
Independent Artists Unite For Free Midlands Music Night
There will be song, spoken word, poetry and much more.
Westmeath Actress Receives IFTA Nomination
Niamh Algar is in the running for Lead Actress in a Drama.
Stunning Aurora Lights Up Midlands Skies
The display was triggered by a solar flare over the weekend.
Westmeath Family Blogger Backs 'Mental Health' Days
Moate's Sonya Kelly and founder of hipbaby.ie thinks there's benefits - but there has to be rules.
Deadline Approaches For Schools To Enter Fyffes’ ‘Ireland’s Fittest School’ Competition
The initiative is running for eight weeks.
Portlaoise Jazz Festival Returns After 30 Year Hiatus
The festival gets underway on January 30th.
€1.2m Funding To Transform National Famine Museum Outdoor Experience
The attraction is scheduled to open this summer.
Offaly Musician Pays Tribute To Home Town After TV Success
Tolü Makay is currently competing on Dancing With The Stars.
Lucky Laois Lotto Player Wins €38k
The winning ticket was bought online.
