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Oranga Tamariki began tech overhaul before it was ready
Oranga Tamariki began a multi-million-dollar overhaul of vital information systems when it was not ready, documents show.
Our Changing World - Pest control drones
On Our Changing World this week - the new drone technologies with the potential to revolutionise pest control in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Producer William Ray speaks to scientists, hunters, and… Audio
Electrifying farms - the way of the future
A new report from Rewiring Aotearoa explores the benefits of electrifying our farms. They say it's an exciting time for farms and rural communities to reduce their costs, diversify their income. Audio
Chch software engineer wins Apple Design Award
A Christchurch software engineer has become the first New Zealander to win an Apple Design Award. Devin Davies spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Australia experiences boom in solar power
Australia is experiencing a boom in solar power, with solar panels at times making more renewable energy than the power grid needs or wants. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
Apple brings ChatGPT and more AI to devices
Apple has unveiled its long-awaited AI strategy, integrating its new 'Apple Intelligence' technology across its suite of apps. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 11 June
On today's episode, the Prime Minister has asked the Public Service Commission to launch an inquiry after allegations that Te Pati Maori misused data during the 2023 election campaign, PM Christopher… Audio
Apple announces new suite of AI-driven features
Apple has announced "Apple Intelligence" - a new suite of AI-driven features. Tech commentator Dan Ives spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
'Dirty data' poses risk to quality analytics - tech firm
Businesses are being warned "dirty data" poses a risk as they work on implementing AI-powered tools.
Mastering AI before it masters you
Generative AI is currently the worst you will ever use - and that's good news, says one expert. Audio
MBIE ends contract with spyware company - but is looking for a replacement
The ministry initially tried to keep the Cobwebs deal, and why it was set up and then not renewed, secret.
Can we trust surveys of our trust in the media?
Recent surveys have said our trust in media’s falling fast, and made plenty of headlines. But lately new surveys say our trust in the media isn’t plummeting. The latest one is part of a pitch to…
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Google avoids jury trial in digital ads antitrust case
Google has denied wrongdoing and said it was not admitting liability by submitting a damages payment.
Smith & Caughey's cyber attack effects still continue
"Digital experts" are monitoring for any signs that would suggest customer data is being leaked.
Taking the 'hōhā out of koha': new app makes it easier to give and receive
A new app has been developed to make koha meaningful and easy. Emile Donovan speaks to co-founder Te Awanui Reeder. Audio
Australia drops case against Elon Musk's X over church stabbing videos
A legal battle to have graphic footage of a church stabbing in Sydney removed from Elon Musk's social media platform X has been abandoned.
Supermarket spies: New bodycams' link to police surveillance
Software for new anti-crime surveillance inside stores will be integrated with that used to recognise car number plates.
Tech Tuesday with Dan Watson
Today Dan talks to Jesse about icognito mode and what it does to shield people in terms of privacy. Audio
Sir Peter Beck: Ambitions interplanetary and down-to-Earth
Newly knighted Sir Peter Beck still has a couple more things he would like to achieve before his time on Earth is up. Audio
Ticketek Australia data breach: Names, birthdays and email addresses potentially accessed
Ticketek Australia's breach comes just days after rival company Ticketmaster was reportedly attacked.