Technology
What happened to being polite?
The panelists discuss an opinion piece about how people talk to their digital assistants - Siri, Alexa and the like. The author says how rude or polite people are to these electronic assistants says a… Audio
Tech talk with Paul Brislen
Facebook claims it isn't a publisher yet has disrupted publishing to such an extent that it now has more than a billion users around the world who get their news primarily from Facebook. Audio
New technology with Sarah Putt
Where does New Zealand stand in terms of developing Artificial Intelligence applications? Is China the new Silicon Valley? And smart glasses - will they ever get it right? Audio
AI won't spell end of employment - report
Artificial intelligence is not expected to lead to mass unemployment in New Zealand - but companies are not taking it seriously enough.
Pacific youth encouraged to get into tech industry
A Samoan tech innovator says Pacific youth can excel in the tech industry because their indigenous stories, creativity and talents stand out from the crowd. Audio
NASA satellites to be launched by Rocket Lab in Mahia
Small satellites assembled by NASA and Rocket Lab will soon be making their way to New Zealand to be launched from the Mahia Peninsula.
More Pacific youth encouraged into tech
FFA systems analyst says tech savvy youth have much to contribute towards advancing technology in the region. Audio
Shipping industry: More research into emissions reductions
The shipping industry says a lot more research into new technology needs to happen before emissions targets ... at the International Maritime Organization last week can be reached. Audio
Maori taonga around the world
The producers of the new Dame Anne Salmond hosted Maori TV series Artefact were offered unprecedented access to collections and taonga here and overseas. Audio
Bits+Bytes: How should NZ regulate driverless vehicles?
Many predict self-driving vehicles will be the biggest disruption to the transport system since cars replaced horses. Are New Zealand road users – and laws – ready? Audio
Infrastructure fails
Broadband cables being chewed by rodents. Landline phones not working in storms. People want their amenities to not be so vulnerable. We talk to Tristan Ilich of the Telecommunications Users… Audio
Summit looks to foster Pasifika involvement in tech
An Auckland summit aims to get more Pacific people pursuing a career in the technology sector. Audio
Vector shuts down app after privacy breach
The Vector power company has shut down its outage app after thousands of customers unwittingly had their data shared.
New technology with Mark Pesce
Facebook has shut down access to many of its APIs (the means through which third parties access data on its platforms) - but it's now affecting researchers who have been doing work on social media… Audio
Telcos work together to combat scammers
The telecommunications industry is banding together to combat scammers and provide more consumer protection.
DoC insists it's not using Thompson + Clark for spying
The Department of Conservation is refusing to release the intelligence it's received from Thompson and Clark - and of the communications it has with controversial security firm. Audio
Michael Hall: Photographing climate change
Documenting the reality and impact of climate change around the globe in his bleakly beautiful images, is the all consuming project of expat photographer Michael Hall. Audio, Gallery
Bits+Bytes: Amazon conquers the world
What's happening with Amazon's Australasian strategy, and is Prime likely to come this way anytime soon? Plus is the new international cybersecurity accord akin to a digital Geneva Convention or a… Audio
Roy Orbison in the flesh - nearly
Roy Orbison is on tour 30 years after his death. His In Dreams holgram show is receiving great reviews. Who would you like to see via hologram? Audio
Predictive computer apps should be monitored - experts
Computer programmes that predict how people are likely to behave are increasingly being used by government departments. Immigration New Zealand was recently accused of racial profiling in its pilot… Audio
