Technology
Chief Digital Officer: AI not being used in NZ government - yet
A guide to public officials, published last year, suggested a number of uses in policy development and for doing 'high-volume, low-value tasks' in public services.
David McAlpine: Is noise cancelling technology safe?
Noise cancelling devices are big business, and it's no surprise with excess noise exposure linked not only to hearing loss but even increased risk of cardiovascular disease and depressive symptoms… Audio
American lawmakers move to ban TikTok with new bill
The bill focuses on threats posed by foreign-owned companies, and would force the Chinese owner of TikTok, ByteDance, to either divest itself of the popular app or face prohibition in the U.S. Audio
TikTok crackdown bill unanimously approved by US House panel
The US House Energy and Commerce committee on Thursday unanimously approved legislation giving China's ByteDance six months to divest from short video app TikTok or face a US ban.
The ethical dilemma of mixing bodies with technology
Humans are merging their brains and nervous systems with technology, and it's predicted to create a raft of ethical and legal issues. Audio
The ethical dilemma of mixing bodies with technology
Humans are merging their brains and nervous systems with technology, and it's being predicted that will keep lawyer's quite busy. Audio
Northland solar farm now the largest solar installation in NZ
A new solar farm is up and running in Kaitaia, and it's pinched the crown as New Zealand's largest solar installation to date. Lodestone Energy managing director Gary Holden speaks to Jesse. Audio
Spark introducing charge for Xtra mail in May
One of the country's longest running email services is about to start charging customers. Spark is introducing a charge for Xtra mail from the middle of May. The company says its costs to run the… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 6 March 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer Ayana Piper-Healion joins to discuss the fragility of our internet connection and the international relations surrounding… Audio
Methane hunting statellite launched by SpaceX in Auckland
A long awaited methane hunting satellite is in orbit, and should start supplying a steady stream of information from June. Scientists gathered in Auckland's Mount Wellington today to watch a SpaceX… Audio
Tech Tuesday with Tim Warren
Today tech commentator and founder of Ambit AI Tim Warren talks to Jesse about technology in the work place and what the future holds. Audio
Methane-hunting satellite to launch
A long-awaited methane-hunting satellite is due to launch into orbit on Tuesday and should start supplying a steady stream of information about planet-heating emissions from June.
Scientists will… Audio
Growing gaps in NZ's cybersecurity - research
The operations of a third of large businesses were disrupted by a cyberattack in the past year, according to research released by Kordia.
Too much screen time killing vital conversation for kids
A new study from Australia out today has found that for every minute of screen time that toddlers are exposed to at home, they're missing vital language opportunities. It suggests the average… Audio
Photographer Fiona Amundsen: Nuclear (in)visibility
Fiona Amundsen is a photographer and associate professor at AUT's School of Art and Design. Audio
Meta won't renew commercial deals with Australian news media
Facebook said its users were not coming to its platform for news and political content and that it would invest its money elsewhere.
Solving the World's Problems with Ben Kepes
Today entrepreneur, business mentor and technology evangelist Ben Kepes is with Jesse to Solve the World's Problems. He says, "it's all about a bag of cement". Audio
Software glitch blamed for outages at petrol stations
A leap year software glitch is being blamed for causing payment outages at petrol stations across the country.
Fuel provider Allied Petroleum and Gull say they are aware of nationwide technical… Audio
Not all smiles for World Rugby's smart mouthguards
The tech is intended to protect rugby players from serious head injuries, but the rollout is being scrutinised by players and coaches. Audio
Tech Tuesday with Daniel Watson
This week owner and managing director of Vertech IT services Dan Watson talks to Jesse about the intersection of IT and mental health services. He has some great tips for online tools to help as well.
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