Technology
Maintenance work may affect RNZ listeners in Auckland
RNZ is undertaking maintenance work on its Henderson transmission masts in Auckland for the next three days, affecting services for some listeners.
Computer chips answer kauri dieback questions
Tiny computer chips are helping scientists understand a disease that is threatening kauri with extinction - and hopefully stop its spread. Researchers working in the laboratory are measuring how kauri… Audio
GCSB and minister say no warning from US over Huawei use
The minister responsible for GCSB is disregarding statements from a senior US politician, relating to Chinese company Huawei and the potential impact on bi-lateral relations.
Media ignore smoking guns in Huawei case
Chairman Mao once said a single spark can start a prairie fire. And the GCSB's decision to block Spark's plans to install a Huawei 5G network, late last year, has definitely set the media alight over… Audio
Microsoft workers demand it drop US Army contract
Some Microsoft Corp employees on Friday demanded that the company cancel a $USD480 million hardware contract to supply the US Army.
US won't partner with countries that use Huawei systems: Pompeo
Citing security concerns, Mike Pompeo warned that the US would not be able to partner with or share information with countries that adopt Huawei Technologies systems.
Google mic in security alarm
The Nest security alarm system has a microphone in it. Although you probably wouldn't know that because it's not stated on the gadget's specifications. It's a Google product and the company says it… Audio
UK says 'no problems' with Huawei found, Little says his briefing different
Britain's top cyber security official says rigourous testing of Huawei equipment has so far revealed nothing of concern. Audio
Aerial today, gone tomorrow and Spotify bets on podcasting
Technology commentator Sarah Putt looks at whether a days of rooftop aerials are numbered, why is music streaming giant Spotify moving into podcasting when it's a low revenue earner and Facebook's… Audio
GCSB head: There was no pressure to deny Huawei
GCSB head Andrew Hampton has denied coming under political or diplomatic pressure to reject Spark's proposal to partner with Chinese telecom firm Huawei to rollout 5G here. Political Editor Jane… Audio
Lime told to prove safety of e-scooters, or remove them
Auckland Transport chairman Lester Levy says Lime must prove its e-scooters are safe by Friday or get all of them off the roads. He told Lisa Owen he's also considering an investigation into the role… Video, Audio
Story of the day for 19 February 2019
Wired are currently publishing a series on how relationships are being impacted, or not, by modern technology. Audio
UK and US won't influence decisions on Huawei - PM
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says New Zealand has to make its own decisions about Huawei. Audio
NZ may lose out if govt taxes Facebook, Google - National
Fears are being raised that a proposed tax on online services could see providers pull services or parent countries retaliate with similar measures targeting New Zealand companies. Audio
Revenue Minister Stuart Nash discusses multinational tax
The government is being warned it should move ahead with a tax on companies such as Facebook, Uber and Google only if other countries do the same. Tax specialist Geof Nightingale says that as a small… Audio
Caution urged on taxing Facebook, Google, Uber
The government is being warned it should move ahead with a tax on companies such as Facebook, Uber and Google only if other countries do the same. A proposal to tax multinationals making money out of… Audio
UK stance on Huawei a relief for NZ govt - Buchanan
The Prime Minister says New Zealand will take an independent position on Huawei and it will not be influenced by our Five Eyes partners. The US has been seeking to persuade allies to ban the Chinese… Audio
Huawei 5g in UK possible - cyber-security chiefs
In a surprise move, British intelligence appears to be pushing back against US attempts to persuade allies to ban Chinese company Huawei from their high-speed telecommunications systems. The Financial… Audio
Move to introduce digital tax for foreign companies profiting online
New Zealand is lining up to introduce a new tax on multinational companies that make money out of online goods and services in this country.
UK finds it can mitigate Huawei risks, NZ follows same processes: PM
Britain has decided it can moderate risks arising from the use of Huawei Technologies in 5G networks, a UK newspaper has reported.
