Technology
Are we putting too much trust in smart technology ?
A new survey finds that New Zealand households are embracing wireless devices such as Google Home, robot vaccum cleaners and smart fridges, but almost one in five households do not take any security… Audio
Why do stars twinkle?
In this week's science adventure, Nanogirl takes Chloe and her friends from Royal Oak Primary to Auckland’s Stardome Observatory to meet expert Josh Kirkley and find out why stars twinkle. Video, Audio
Why your iPhone is a deflationary engine
Smart phones have changed the world - and the global economy. Newsroom Pro's managing editor Bernard Hickey says billions of people are now carrying a deflationary engine in their pocket. Audio
Digital threats to democracy and lessons from an Apple Watch
Technology commentator Peter Griffin examines a Law Foundation report about how digital media is having a negative impact on democracy - how does it fit with the PM's desire for a 'Christchurch Call'… Audio
Paul Mason and the defence of the human being
Author Paul Mason says the world order is being ripped to shreds by an alliance of ethnic nationalists, women-haters and authoritarian leaders who are harnessing the power of machines and algorithms… Audio
Huawei leak did not amount to criminal offence, UK police say
The leak from a National Security Council meeting about Chinese firm Huawei did not amount to a criminal offence, British police say.
Infowars founder among those banned for hate speech
Facebook has permanently banned Infowars founder Alex Jones, far right provocateurs Milo Yannopoulous and Laura Loomer and other prominent far-right figures from its platform.
Live-streaming RWC: Rugby players among many in the dark
Four months out from the Rugby World Cup confusion reigns in parts of rugby heartland over where to watch the matches and what technology to use.
Govt called on to do more to combat 'killer robots'
Campaigners against "Killer Robots" have called out the government for having a weak and timid stance on autonomous weapons. They briefed MPs today and called for the Minister for Disarmament -… Audio
Shorter phone time longer life
An increasing body of evidence suggests that the amount of time we spend on our smartphones is way too long. It's interferring with our sleep, self esteem, relationships, memory, attention spans, and… Audio
Facebook's privacy overhaul, yeah right?
Technology commentator Bill Bennett looks at the changes being promised by Mark Zuckerberg over the company's approach to privacy - and why making a joke about it fell flat. Spark Sport has another… Audio
Defence Secretary sacked over Huawei leak
UK correspondent Matthew Parris reports on the sacking of Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson over the leak of confidential details about a deal with Huawei to build a 5G network in the UK. He denies… Audio
Doubts raised over motives in Facebook's changes
Facebook founder, Mark Zuckerberg, has announced changes to his company's social media platforms, and has promised that privacy will now come first. The new designs and features for Facebook's apps… Audio
UK defence secretary sacked over Huawei leak
Britain's defence secretary Gavin Williamson has been sacked following an inquiry into a leak of information about Huawei and the UK's 5G network from a top-level meeting.
Facebook's new focus on privacy 'a major shift'
Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg has revealed a series of changes to the firm's portfolio of social platforms, including Instagram and Whatsapp.
Deadly tech: What's NZ's position on killer robots?
Imagine a soldier that doesn’t need to eat or sleep, doesn’t get angry and always follows orders. Sounds like something out of a science-fiction novel but technological advances mean the potential for… Audio
Chinese social media scams going unreported in New Zealand
People in New Zealand are thought to be falling victim to scams on hugely popular Chinese sites, but New Zealand authorities are not getting the reports.
GovTech hub set up in Wellington
A new hub has been set up in Wellington to help find innovative and practical solutions to complex social problems. Kathryn Ryan meets Creative HQ's CEO Stefan Korn who says companies often get… Audio
Don't feed the troll
While condemning social media platforms for hosting and spreading extremists’ content, many media here also took the online bait from a noted British troll too toxic even for Fox News and the tabloids… Audio
Does social media reform have the law on its side?
Some pundits predict the “Christchurch call to action" and the PM's upcoming social media summit in Paris won’t move US-based tech companies. They've always resisted regulation and can fall b ack on… Video, Audio
