Technology
Northland solar farm now the largest solar installation in NZ
A new solar farm is up and running in Kaitaia, and it's pinched the crown as New Zealand's largest solar installation to date. Lodestone Energy managing director Gary Holden speaks to Jesse. Audio
Spark introducing charge for Xtra mail in May
One of the country's longest running email services is about to start charging customers. Spark is introducing a charge for Xtra mail from the middle of May. The company says its costs to run the… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 6 March 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer Ayana Piper-Healion joins to discuss the fragility of our internet connection and the international relations surrounding… Audio
Methane hunting statellite launched by SpaceX in Auckland
A long awaited methane hunting satellite is in orbit, and should start supplying a steady stream of information from June. Scientists gathered in Auckland's Mount Wellington today to watch a SpaceX… Audio
Tech Tuesday with Tim Warren
Today tech commentator and founder of Ambit AI Tim Warren talks to Jesse about technology in the work place and what the future holds. Audio
Methane-hunting satellite to launch
A long-awaited methane-hunting satellite is due to launch into orbit on Tuesday and should start supplying a steady stream of information about planet-heating emissions from June.
Scientists will… Audio
Growing gaps in NZ's cybersecurity - research
The operations of a third of large businesses were disrupted by a cyberattack in the past year, according to research released by Kordia.
Too much screen time killing vital conversation for kids
A new study from Australia out today has found that for every minute of screen time that toddlers are exposed to at home, they're missing vital language opportunities. It suggests the average… Audio
Photographer Fiona Amundsen: Nuclear (in)visibility
Fiona Amundsen is a photographer and associate professor at AUT's School of Art and Design. Audio
Meta won't renew commercial deals with Australian news media
Facebook said its users were not coming to its platform for news and political content and that it would invest its money elsewhere.
Solving the World's Problems with Ben Kepes
Today entrepreneur, business mentor and technology evangelist Ben Kepes is with Jesse to Solve the World's Problems. He says, "it's all about a bag of cement". Audio
Software glitch blamed for outages at petrol stations
A leap year software glitch is being blamed for causing payment outages at petrol stations across the country.
Fuel provider Allied Petroleum and Gull say they are aware of nationwide technical… Audio
Not all smiles for World Rugby's smart mouthguards
The tech is intended to protect rugby players from serious head injuries, but the rollout is being scrutinised by players and coaches. Audio
Tech Tuesday with Daniel Watson
This week owner and managing director of Vertech IT services Dan Watson talks to Jesse about the intersection of IT and mental health services. He has some great tips for online tools to help as well.
…AI could make the four-day work week inevitable
As artificial intelligence gains traction in office operations, some companies are giving employees a day to step back.
Ted Talk Curator Chris Anderson
Ted talk curator Chris Anderson believes this mantra can remedy some of the world's biggest problems. His book is called Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading. Audio
Tuning out tinnitus with Dr Fabrice Bardy
Over 200,000 New Zealanders are affected by tinnitus, a condition experienced as ringing in the ears. Audio
A $20 million magic wand
A life-changing diagnostic device tested on sheep in New Zealand is about to be trialled on humans Audio
Smart mouthguard technology to be used in Super Rugby
It's been hailed as a "game-changer" in the frontline fight against brain injuries in collision sports.
But the roll-out of smart mouthguard technology in the Super Rugby Pacific this season has… Audio
Who is to blame when a chatbot gives a wrong answer?
A customer was able to secure a cheap flight when a Canadian airline's AI chatbot incorrectly offered him a discount. Audio
