Technology
'Edge computing', algos in the govt sector and Netflix results
Technology commentator Peter Griffin looks at how "edge computing" will help speed up some real-time applications, the government looking to get the public involved on a proposed algorithm charter for… Audio
NZ crime-busting software cracking global crimes
Used by the FBI among others, STRmix™ is helping to crack many crimes that were previously thought to be too complex to solve using DNA evidence. The sophisticated forensic software has been used… Audio
We are under surveillance and don't really care
Stats NZ has upped the ante when it comes to data collection - should we be worried? Audio
How Technology is Changing Our Towns
Could an online bra fitting service be the final death knell for bricks and mortar stores?
Claire Crofton finds out. Audio
Spark's ballsie business manoeuvrings
Spark's won the rights to broadcast domestic cricket for the next 6 years, scoring another run in the battle to become the home of New Zealand sport. Some Spark Sport customers who are already unhappy… Audio
Selfie warning: Attacker 'found victim through photo reflection'
A Japanese man accused of stalking and sexually assaulting a young pop star told police he located her through the reflection in her eyes in a picture.
Christchurch Call tested for first time
The Christchurch Call has been tested by the Halle attack on a synagogue and kebab shop in Germany in which two people were killed. The gunman streamed live to a gaming website Twitch, which is owned… Audio
Germany shooting footage livestreamed on Twitch
Footage from an anti-Semitic attack in the German city of Halle was livestreamed overnight on Amazon's video gaming platform Twitch. Audio
TikTok social network: What should parents know?
Technology commentator Sarah Putt joins Kathryn to talk about TikTok, the first Chinese social network to break out of China. She'll also talk about developments in the fast-moving Internet of Things… Audio
AI: two years for NZ to get it right
Does NZ need to catch-up to the benefits artificial intelligence can have for wellbeing, sustainability and the economy? And is there a lack of leadership, manifested by the absence of a Chief… Audio
Attack in Germany livestreamed on gaming platform, Twitch
Footage from an anti-Semitic attack in the German city of Halle was livestreamed overnight on Amazon's video gaming platform Twitch. Two people were killed in the attacks on a synagogue and a kebab… Audio
NZ First reports leak of members' data to police
New Zealand First is reporting a breach of party member details to the police and the Privacy Commissioner.
Are you sure your identity is protected?
When Axton Betz-Hamilton had her identity stolen, and hundreds of thousands of dollars spent in her name, she naturally turned to the one person she believed could offer her advice and consolation. Audio
Campaign to make pictures accessible for the visually impaired
Social media is no longer just about words, photos are often the main form of communication these days - thanks in large part to Instagram and Snap Chat. But what about those who can't see these… Audio
Staff shortages so severe schools close workshops
Technology teachers say staff shortages are now so severe that some schools have been forced to close their workshops. They say the average age of technology teachers is 64 and with a construction… Audio
Robotics to transform dairy herd testing
A New Zealand designed and built robotic system is set to transform dairy-herd testing in this country.
Patients' fears on the rise after health agency hack - advocate
Many people will be fearful of deeply private information being shared, after a health agency's systems were hacked, a patient advocate says.
PHO hack: More data breaches found involving up to a million patients
A primary health organisation whose website was hacked in August has found evidence of earlier attacks dating back to 2016.
Banks on notice over 'No Paywave' dysfunction
New Zealand has fallen behind Australia and Britain in using contactless payments and retailers are revolting. The Government may have to regulate fees directly. By Bernard Hickey. Audio
Internet experts discuss life online after Christchurch
The head of the Islamic Women's Council has called out free speech arguments, saying they're only used to defend racism. This year's two-day Net Hui event is focused on safety and well-being on the… Audio
