Technology
Social media inquiry backs ban for kids in interim report
The ACT Party says it is concerned that the report has "drifted noticeably from its intended purpose". Audio
Tens of thousands of computers infected with info stealing software
26,000 people are being told that their computers are infected with a software stealing their sensitive information. The National Cyber Security Centre took the unusual step of sending emails to all… Audio
Malicious software spreading easier as 26,000 people sent warning
The cyber security agency is emailing tens of thousands of people over the latest risk. Audio
New Zealand's first AI Christmas album released
A Dunedin musician has released New Zealand's first fully AI-generated album - and it's Christmas themed. Creator Dylan Lee spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Australia's social media ban for children takes effect
It's the first country in the world to ban social media for under-16s, with 10 major platforms ordered to block children or face a fine. Audio
NZDF wants to build ground terminals for military satellite system
The NZDF has released a tender to advise suppliers about 19 projects it is considering.
What exactly is going on with the WBD acquisition?
What do you get when you combine three huge companies, billionaires and the US President? The fascinating story of the attempts to acquire Warner Brothers Discovery. Netflix has made a huge bid for… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 9 December 2025
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report; Qantas has announced it will launch two new routes out of Auckland in 2026, with flights to Samoa and the Gold Coast; The Auditor General's… Audio
Kiwi entrepreneur tackling AI robotics programming
A New Zealand entrepreneur is working to tackle a major bottleneck in robotics - testing artificial intelligence in the physical world - with his software programme called Antioch that lets companies… Audio
How the internet has become worse - and how to fix it
Analysis: One theory explains how the internet became 'ensh**ified'. Audio
Chernobyl nuclear plant protective shield damaged, UN agency says
Initial repairs were successful, but comprehensive restoration is needed to ensure nuclear safety.
Here's why phones might get pricier next year
Fancy cameras, giant screens and massive storage usually make smartphones more expensive. But next year, it's a routine component that might be boosting prices.
The 'groundbreaking' drones delivering medicine
A drone successfully delivered medical supplies to Bay of Plenty's Matakana Island during a simulated emergency as part of a healthcare trial. Audio
Medical drone trial a success, what next?
A drone successfully delivered medical supplies to a remote island in the Western Bay of Plenty last week. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 5 December 2025
Holidaymakers travelling with Air New Zealand in the lead-up to Christmas could find themselves caught out by cabin-crew strikes, despite Monday's planned industrial action being called off; An… Audio
Google’s top New Zealand searches of 2025 revealed
From sports stars to viral trends, Google's top searches reveal the year that's nearly over. Audio
What to know about Australia's social media ban, which starts today
After more than a year of planning and global scrutiny, the ban is finally a reality for millions across the ditch.
New Zealand's most Googled words revealed
The most Googled phrases and words for 2025 are out today, and you might be surprised by what kiwis have been searching for. Google New Zealand's Communications and Public Affairs Manager, Carrie… Audio
New Zealand authors get payouts in massive AI lawsuit
Award-winning author Catherine Chidgey's books have been caught up in a class action in the US which saw Anthropic AI agree to pay up to $2.6 billion. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 3 December 2025
Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni joined Morning Report this morning for the Weekly Political Panel; The Government says it's working with social media, tech, and telco companies to tackle scams… Audio
