Technology
Cyber attacks for $30 - intelligence expert
A global intelligence expert says cyber threats are rapidly growing in number and sophistication - designed to cause chaos or leave victims millions of dollars out of pocket.
Optus network outage cuts off millions of Australians
The disruption has occurred after the country's second-largest telecommunications provider experienced an unexplained nationwide outage.
It's time to admit 'we're in an AI bubble'
Comment - Artificial Intelligence is the technology story of 2023. In the face of all of this burgeoning wave of hype and investment, I say - enjoy it while it lasts, writes Allyn Robins.
How long should your old iPhone keep working for?
A Canterbury iPhone 6 owner is calling out Apple on why his 'still in good nick' phone is beginning to sputter and not receive updates to keep his apps running. Audio
Closing the digital divide
Digital Future Aotearoa runs digital literacy and kids' coding workshops across the country. The charity just picked up an award at the Australia and New Zealand 2023 IDC Future Enterprise Awards… Audio
Kiwi video game developer hits 1 million downloads on Android
A video game developer has just reached the major milestone of 1 million downloads on Android mobile. Battlecruisers is an explosive strategy game, has rave reviews from players and is set to expand… Video, Audio
Virtual wine tasting & robot room service: New tech in tourism
Imagine virtual wine tastings from 31,000 feet, robot room service and exploring countries from the comfort of your couch. That's what the tourism industry is exploring while grappling with new… Audio
Biometrics introduced to Westpac systems to watch for fraud
Westpac NZ is adopting advanced biometrics software to bolster its fraud protection systems.
How long should your old iPhone keep working for?
Calling all mobile phone users, how long do you reckon your cell should keep working? It's a serious environmental question in an age of disposal goods where tech is constantly being updated with… Video, Audio
TUANZ warns incoming government needs to move quickly on digital development
Tech users want the incoming government to move quickly to address issues holding back New Zealand's digital development.
Tech Tuesday with Daniel Watson
Today Dan Watson, owner and managing director of Vertech IT Services, talks to Jesse about the work from home trend prompting some businesses to use software which can monitor employees productivity… Audio
Future of gene tech likely focus for National-led government
The future of controversial gene technologies are expected to be top of agenda for the incoming National-led government.
Traditional Maori instruments preserved using 3D technology
Professor Olaf Diegel from the University of Auckland is using 3D technology to preserve taonga puoro - or traditional Maori instruments. Professor Deigal speak to Nights. Audio
Intellectual property at risk if staff use of AI goes unchecked - eCommerce integration expert
Businesses are being warned their intellectual property is at risk if staff are allowed to use artificial intelligence without proper checks and balances.
Govt facial recognition system fails to work half the time in tests
The Identity Check system is aimed at becoming the primary way New Zealanders verify who they are online for access to public and private services.
Government facial recognition technology has high failure rate according to documents
Facial recognition technology has failed almost half the time in tests of a landmark government system called Identity Check.
Official information documents raise the prospect of it failing even more… Audio
Facial recognition: Officials yet to meet obligation to seek views of Māori - documents
Officials admit they have been using facial recognition to identify people for years without knowing if it distorts results for Māori.
Is it time robot referees to officiate in sports?
The debate around rugby officiating, particularly the involvement of the TMO, has taken on a life of its own - with calls to let the man or women on the park do the officiating. Dr Nick Agar is a… Audio
A.I safety commitment signed by 29 countries, NZ not present at summit
A world-first commitment to safe and responsible Artificial Intelligence development has been signed by 29 countries including the UK, US, China and Australia, as well as the EU.
New Zealand has not… Audio
Big cyber attacks increasingly motivated by money - watchdog
Major financially motivated cyber attacks in New Zealand have exceeded those launched by nation-states for the first time.
