Technology
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
AI coming ready or not for our news and music
Business is booming in artificial intelligence technology and new applications appear in the news almost daily. At an AUT symposium this week, experts said it’s already being deployed in creative… Video, Audio
AI coming ready or not for our news and music
Business is booming in artificial intelligence technology and new applications appear in the news almost daily. At an AUT symposium this week, experts said it’s already being deployed in creative…
Video, AudioTech programme for girls hopes to challenge 'boys' club' image
A programme to get girls interested in technology hopes to level the playing field in a male-dominated sector.
Why Te Whatu Ora looked overseas for its 'transformational' plans
Health New Zealand says it chose big US tech firms to deliver a landmark data project because they have better size, security and robustness than local bidders.
How long should household appliances last?
Have you ever wondered whether you're getting a reasonable lifespan out of your laptop or dishwasher or oven?
Consumer NZ has revealed how long you should reasonably expect your household appliances… Audio
Drone use as military weapons rise on the rise
The rise of the use of drones as military weapons marks a major change in military tactics and is something we as a country will need to confront soon.
The US has just done a, quote, 'world first'… Audio
Science of base isolation
What is a base isolation system in the context of building construction? Joining Nights to discuss base isolation and its application in a New Zealand context is structural engineer and director of… Audio
Can an emoji legally constitute a threat or harassment?
How many times a day would you fire off a cute, sometimes sassy little icons that have become an online language of their own. Emojis. Everything from a heart or thumbs up to a smiling poo. But it… Video, Audio
One NZ tops rankings for worst cellphone customer service
Telecommunications company One NZ, formerly Vodafone, has topped the Commerce Commissions rankings for poor cellphone customer service. The watch dog has released its first dashboard based on a survey… Video, Audio
Call for politicians to follow Google's lead on AI advertising
A technology advocacy group is applauding Google's new policy on AI advertising.
ERoad seeking funds to repay debt, pressing on with expansion plans
The transport software company is looking to raise $50 million to repay debt and further expand its growth strategy, particularly in North America.
Revealed: The telco with the best customer service
One NZ has ranked the lowest in a customer service survey of telecommunications companies across the country, with Skinny taking out the top overall spot. Audio
Technology with Peter Griffin
Google has just celebrated its 25th birthday. The hit search engine allowed it to innovate with Gmail, Maps and Google Cloud. Peter Griffin discusses the future of the $1.7 trillion dollar company as… Audio
Commerce Commission ranks telcos and broadband providers
The Commerce Commission has released its inaugural mobile and broadband customer service rankings, focusing on how well each provider looks after customers when something goes wrong. It ranked Skinny… Audio
AI-assited tool to select astronauts to be developed
A New Zealand company is developing an AI-assisted tool which will help pick the best people to go into space.
Dr Brian Russell, of Ambient Cognition, will lead the project which includes a new way… Audio
Using AI to detect companies at risk of financial collapse
A company owned by a New Zealand fin-tech entrepreneur is using AI to detect signs of accounting manipulation, and identify when a business is at risk of financial collapse. Transparently.ai works as… Audio
Amazon working on programme to 'transform' NZ health sector
American tech giant Amazon is working on a programme that health agency Te Whatu Ora says will 'transform' the health sector via cloud computing.
This follows two private presentations that… Audio
