Technology
Scientists use Age of Empires computer game to simulate ant warfare
A computer game once given away in kids' cereal boxes is helping Australia eradicate an invasive ant species.
Police spending millions to fix glaring tech deficiencies
The New Zealand Police has been spending millions on its main technology system in the face of glaring deficiencies, while at the same time adding in high-tech data-mining tools.
OIA reveals flaws in Police ICT system
On Monday Morning Report revealed a powerful new intelligence tool police are using to search data much faster and further, especially about firearms threats.
It's called SearchX. It's been badly… Audio
New police AI tool searches fast and far on firearms threats
Police are using powerful new AI to help them assess the risk posed by offenders when officers are called out to emergencies, sparked by the shooting murder of an unarmed constable.
Police using AI to help assess risk posed by offenders
Police are using powerful new AI to help them assess the risk posed by offenders when officers are called out to emergencies.
RNZ can reveal the new intelligence tool SearchX can instantly display 15… Audio
Majority stake in NZ-based movie fan site Letterboxd sold
New Zealand-based film social media site Letterboxd has been acquired by a Canadian technology company for a deal that reportedly values the company at NZ$83 million.
How can AI intersect with the courts?
An AI advisory group has been set up to help courts and judges, and will start with the benefits and pitfalls posed by the likes of Chat GPT.
Slingshot and Orcon customers wrongly charged fees to get refunds
Vocus Group inadequately disclosed its fees after power and broadband sales that were made door-to-door or over the phone.
New Zealand crowdfunding platform celebrates $70 million
New Zealand crowdfunding platform PledgeMe is celebrating a milestone, having just crossed the 70 million dollar-through-their-platform mark. It was reached thanks to a little help from an ethical… Audio
More technical woes hit Auckland Transport, commuters
On Tuesday, some commuters received an 'insufficient funds' notification when they tried to tag onto public transport.
Policy puts spotlight on slave labour in the solar panel supply chain
The state home provider said it "undertake due diligence to confirm that the polysilicon used in the manufacture of these panels is not sourced from suppliers in the Xinjiang province".
More EVs hit the road but still just 2% of fleet
The light EV fleet has increased nine-and-a-half times in the last five years, according a report from the non profit organisation Drive Electric. But EVs still make make up just two percent of the… Audio
Cost of paying for mobile phone-related accidents increases
More people are walking into trees, tripping over and falling down curbs while using their phones, and it's costing more every year.
Tech sector growing without 'any sort of support and plan' - industry
The technology sector says it urgently needs the assistance of the government to help create high-value jobs and export growth.
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Rupert Murdoch's eldest son Lachlan to head Fox and News Corp
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch says he is stepping down as chairman of Fox and News Corp, with his son Lachlan to head both companies.
Tech: Las Vegas casinos hit by cyber attack, new bank scam doing the rounds
Technology correspondent Tony Grasso joins Kathryn to talk about the huge ransomware attack that's affected casinos in Las Vegas. MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment have both fallen… Audio
Phone + power + Netflix: are “bundled” plans good for customers?
The Commerce Commission has just announced draft guidelines around the marketing of bundled plans. This is where one retailer provides multiple services to a household, such as internet, gas, your… Audio
LawVu gets $15m investment from Movac
Big-name New Zealand-based technology investment firm Movac made the investment to support LawVu's expansion plans.
Number of banking scams accelerating at a worrying rate, ombudsman says
The number of banking scams is accelerating at a worrying rate, according to the banking ombudsman, Nicola Sladden.
