Technology
Tech news: Fake Twitter accounts & Android Instant Apps
Tech correspondent Peter Griffin with news that Google is testing out Android Instant Apps amid a downturn in the global app-based economy. Also how a proliferation of massive bot networks on Twitter… Audio
How Tetris can rewire your brain
A popular puzzle computer game which emerged from the Eastern Bloc has helped reveal to scientists how repeating an activity can rewire our brains. Audio
Race Relations Commissioner wants review of hate speech laws
The Race Relations Commissioner wants a review of legislation dealing with hate speech following a rise in what she describes as vile, vitriolic and very threatening language online. Audio
Nooks and crannies of NZ getting super-fast Internet
Super fast internet access is coming to the outer edges of New Zealand. The mayors of Whangarei and Winton say it's a big step forward for their communities. Audio
Driverless electric vehicle launched at Chch Airport
A driverless electric shuttle was launched at Christchurch Airport today, and will eventually transport passengers and their bags around the airport. Video, Audio
Biometric borders
Katina Michael of the University of Wollongong talks about the privacy dangers in biometric security. Audio
How Quantum Technology is Changing the World
There's a global race to become leaders in quantum technology with billions being invested worldwide. New Zealand, who are pioneers in the field, are contributing at top level to the race. The Dodd… Audio
New technology with Sarah Putt
The new Android phone from Chinese company Oppo, supposedly the "iphone killer" is on its way to AU, and then NZ. Audio
Social media apps present challenge for protection orders
As social media apps for phones evolve, family violence agencies, police and courts admit they're struggling to stay ahead, as more people appear to be using those apps to breach an order. Audio
Samsung recall sparks battery safety review
The recall of Samsung's Note 7 phones has prompted a move to modernise safety standards for lithium-ion batteries.
First self-driving bus line opens in Paris
The French capital has inaugurated its first autonomous shuttle bus service as an experiment in what Paris authorities hope will be the future of public transport. Video, Audio
Economics and the Internet
Internet visionary, author, blogger and journalist Doc Searls realised sooner than most that the internet was going to change the economy. Audio
Samsung blames batteries, not phones, for Note7 fires
Battery faults found to have caused fires in some Samsung Galaxy Note7's - costing $5.3 billion in recalls and tarnishing the company's reputation. Audio
Older entrepreneurs
The average age of a start up is 26, but recent research suggests some of our most successful entrepreneurs are actually 55 plus.
They have life experience, skills, connections and possibly some… Audio
The human intelligence behind artificial intelligence
A team from Otago University is researching people's legal rights in relation to robots and other forms of artificial intelligence.
Private messaging - is it safe?
Jordan Carter Internet NZ on the lack of privacy on messaging apps Audio
Yahoo email hack affected Australian politicians
Thousands of government officials, including high-profile politicians and senior defence officials, are among the data breach's one billion victims.
App to help you organise your death
An app for pregnancy and birth has proved so popular, Internal Affairs is working on one for death.
Successful touchdown for SpaceX rocket
A SpaceX Falcon rocket has blasted off from California, for the first time since a launchpad explosion in September.
Bringing comfort to the fight against sexism
Hannah Payne is designing a high heeled shoe for women who are expected to wear them in the workplace – but aren't happy about it. Audio
