Technology
NZ police among agencies involved in cybercrime takedown
The ransomware group was allegedly involved in hacked health records in New Zealand.
LockBit ransomware network exposed
"We have hacked the hackers." That's what the head of the UK's National Crime Agency said as he revealed the world's most prolific ransomware gang has now been infiltrated by law enforcement.
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Shower Thoughts: Why are phone lines still so scratchy?
Ella in Queenstown asks: with all the power of modern technology, why don't phone calls sound much better than they did 30 years ago? Audio
Can wooden satellites help reduce 'space junk'?
Japan is launching the world's first wooden satellite to tackle space pollution. Astrophysicist Dr Sara Webb, a lecturer at Swinburne University of Technology speaks to Mark. Audio
Widespread concern over AI, study shows
The majority of New Zealanders are concerned about the future use of artificial intelligence, a new study shows.
NSW secondary school sees more IRL interaction after phone ban
Mobile phones will be officially banned in schools starting next term, but some schools have already implemented the policy. Under the new rules, students will not be allowed to use a phone at school… Audio
Rocket Lab launches Japanese satellite aiming to collect data on space junk
The 150kg satellite will not be moving any debris itself, but will collect data for future clean-up missions.
How big tech is fighting deceptive AI as billions go to the polls
The world's biggest tech companies have signed an accord committing them to fighting content that deceives.
New Zealand signs up to alliance targetting hackers-for-hire
New Zealand has signed up to an alliance against hackers-for-hire, though all it requires is the country take part in talks.
Rocket Lab set to launch Japanese satellite from Māhia
A rocket launching from the North Island aims to make it easier to clean up floating space junk.
Media bosses urge MPs to 'level playing field' with big tech
Mediawatch - Media bosses have sounded a warning if the government does not back a bill making offshore tech giants pay for their news.
Crouton app to help following online recipes
Recipe manager app 'Crouton' is a fave for many. It recently made a Wall Street Journal video, but it might surprise you that the app has very local roots and is just the side-hustle of Devin Davies… Audio
Expert Feature: Knives
Gareth Hughes is the owner of Victory Knives, some of the most sought-after knives in the country. Audio
Shower Thoughts: How did the world decide on one system of time?
New Zealand's own 'time lord', Adam Dunford, joins Nights to explain how human civilisation agreed upon one universal system of timekeeping. Audio
Tech Tuesday with Tim Warren
This week tech commentator and founder of Ambit AI Time Warren is with Jesse to talk about the future of education in a world of AI and High Tech. Audio
How phones disconnect teens from reality
Children's author and blogger James Russell is a children's author has noticed a trend of teenagers using phones as an escape from awkward conversations. James speaks to Jesse. Audio
New Plymouth exhibition transports visitors to the 60s and 70s
Taking its inspiration from a famed Taranaki show band, an exhibition in New Plymouth is transporting visitors on a journey back in time through the fashion, music and technology of the 1960s, 70s and… Audio
Light therapy: Does red mean GO for getting rid of wrinkles?
Stacey Morrison puts the spotlight on light therapy for anti-aging and acne in the episode of Healthy or Hoax. Audio
Made in NZ: Earthmaker
The late Ray Cooper needed a clever way of composting as his wife grew veggies in the back garden, and flowers in the front. Michael Smythe designed the prototype and continually redesigns the… Audio
Design brilliance of an 'eel pump' helping native stocks thrive
It's nearly eel migration season which means short and long fin tuna start their migration from our freshwater streams. On this journey, they'll try swim through flood pumps in our rivers and streams… Audio