Technology
Focus on what impact AI could play in the upcoming election
Is the impact of artificial intelligence something to worry about during election campaigns, or should voters be a little more concerned about what's happening in the realm of actual human… Audio
New technology with Bill Bennett
Apple has unveiled its iPhone 15 at a time the phone market is in turmoil. The International Data Corporation reports a 12.1% year-on-year decline in New Zealand phone shipments for the second quarter… Audio
Tiny chips at the centre of giant geopolitical tensions
Semiconductors or "chips" are the brains behind all modern technology, used in everything from smart phones, to kitchen appliances, cars, medical equipment, and defence intelligence. Over 90 percent… Audio
Confidential project with big US tech firm went nowhere
A confidential government project with a big US tech firm had grandiose ambitions to trigger "system-wide change" for making life easier for businesses - but went nowhere.
The so-called "lighthouse"… Audio
Tech project between US giant and govt agency founders
A confidential government project with a big US tech firm was aimed at sparking "government system-wide change" - but went nowhere.
Quantum research centre to get $12 million funding boost
Te Whai Ao - The Dodds-Wall Centre will receive $12 million over the next five years to allow Aotearoa to be part of the quantum revolution.
Scams cost New Zealanders $4.2m, with 'smishing' on the rise
Fraudsters stole just over $4.2 million from New Zealanders between April and June, with text message scams on the rise. Audio
Apple unveils iPhone 15 Pro with titanium case, holds line on prices
Apple has launched a new series of iPhones that included a new titanium shell, a faster chip and improved video game playing abilities.
Elon Musk's Starlink back online after mass outages
Elon Musk's satellite internet provider Starlink is back online after reporting mass outages earlier this afternoon.
Meta charges for non-existent 'support' function
Tech giant Meta is under fire from a New Zealand-based businesswoman who's been locked out of Facebook's support function for a year.
Adding insult to injury, when she paid for the platform's new… Audio
Critical risks highlighted in report on Hawke's Bay hospital
Doctors are grappling with mistrust around information entered into the IT systems at Hawke's Bay hospital, including what it tells them about patients and critical scan results.
Tech Tuesday with Daniel Watson
Today Dan Watson talks to Jesse about the role of AI in the lead up to this year's election. Audio
Toyota releases prototype hydrogen Hilux Ute
The race is on in the motoring world to corner the rural market with practical heavy load bearing zero emissions vehicles. Car maker Toyota has just laid down the challenge to other manufacturers in… Audio
Biometric industry warns that regulation may bring 'unintended consequences'
The biometric industry is asking the Privacy Commissioner to develop a code of practice that will not impose regulations that stifle innovation.
How cloud storage will help in future disasters
Scientists working in future disasters will have faster, easier access to past datasets, as Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) moves towards cloud storage.
New AI technology key to decarbonising transport in the capital
The Wellington City Council is enlisting the help of AI to reduce the carbon footprint of commuters.
British company, VivaCity Labs is providing the sensors, which will be rigged up on posts and used… Audio
Australia to require AI-made child abuse material be removed from search results
It will also require that AI functions built into search engines cannot produce synthetic versions of the same material.
Wellington City Council plans rollout of AI sensors to monitor traffic
A new traffic monitoring network which will count and collect data on modes of transport is being rolled out by Wellington City Council.
Could AI be the future of foiling match fixing?
A new machine learning model being developed in conjunction with an Auckland University business school teaching assistant could make it easier to catch anyone out if they're in on some insider… Audio
If a robot causes an accident, who is to blame? – Toby Walsh
The world of AI has leapt into focus recently, fuelled by interest in ChatGPT. Prof. Toby Walsh talks to Toby Manhire about its future, in a highlight from the 2023 Auckland Writers Festival. Audio
