Technology
British government allows Huawei to help build 5G network
The British government has decided to allow the Chinese telecoms company Huawei to have a limited role in the development of its 5G mobile network.
However it will be excluded from sensitive sites in… Audio
Herald social media lays down the law for Facebook followers
Prompted by crass comments in response to an online story about plus-size popstar Lizzo, the Herald warned its Facebook followers to stop and followed up with similar warnings on other stories. Is it… Audio
Herald social media lays down the law for Facebook followers
Prompted by crass comments in response to an online story about plus-size popstar Lizzo, the Herald warned its Facebook followers to stop and followed up with similar warnings on other stories. Is it…
AudioOnline advertising behind illegal collection and use of data
New research from the Norwegian Consumer Council shows the online advertising industry is behind comprehensive illegal collection and indiscriminate use of personal data. Netsafe chief executive… Audio
The trial of Huawei senior executive Meng Wanzhou
This week a Canadian court has been considering a US application to extradite Meng Wanzhou, Chief Financial Officer of Chinese telecom giant Huawei (and daughter of its founder). Wanzhou was arrested… Audio
Concerns raised over Rocket Lab collaboration with US military
Professor Kevin Clements, Chair and foundation director of the National Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies at Otago University says there are very real concerns about Rocket Lab working with the… Audio
Travelex ransom, Sonos speakers' obsolescence
Technology commentator Bill Bennett talks to Lynn about the New Year's Eve attack on foreign exchange company Travelex and the differences between crypto and locker ransomware attacks. Sonos has… Audio
Rocket Lab to launch satellite for US military agency
The mission is for a US defence agency touting itself as providing "eyes and ears" for the States in "critical places no humans can reach".
Low-flying helicopters to measure minerals around Queenstown
A specially adapted helicopter is completing the third part of an aerial survey over Queenstown this month.
Dystopian art, fake likes and an app that dies with you
Scratch lottery tickets where you win instagram followers instead of money, apps that can only be accessed when you're phone has 5 percent battery, these are the works of pioneering Belgian artist… Audio, Gallery
Space flights could take off from Oamaru
Flights into space could be taking off from Oamaru Airport as early as this year.
The pros and cons of 5G - is there a security risk?
Security and political concerns about Huawei's involvement in 5G networks remain heightened globally - with the British government expected to decide this month whether it'll allow the Chinese company… Audio
Critical Windows security fix issued after NSA tipoff
Microsoft has rolled out an important security fix after the US National Security Agency tipped off the company to a serious flaw in its widely used Windows operating system.
Popular language app to add te reo Māori course
Te reo Māori will be added to one of the world's most popular language learning app by the end of the year.
Artificial intelligence in the world of film
There is no question that Hollywood is being ushered into a new digital age, as film studios turn to advanced technology to maximise their profits. Audio
Kashmiris travel for hours for internet amid months-long blackout
The state has been without broadband or mobile data since the Indian government revoked its special status in August.
Innovation helps diagnose infants
Samantha Hughes is a young designer who's identified a need in the healthcare system for a new approach to designing equipment that's often impractical. Audio
AI system could improve breast cancer detection - study
A Google artificial intelligence system proved as good as experts at predicting which women would develop breast cancer and showed promise at reducing errors, researchers say.
Locally made 3D printers churn out miniature sensors for less
An inventor says a homegrown 3D printer for tiny sensors that uses fewer resources could shake up international markets.
Apple accused of crackdown on jailbreaking
Apple is pushing ahead with a lawsuit against Corellium, in what is being labelled as a move to end jailbreaking.
