Technology
The 'bulldozer' of a bill set to change gene editing laws
Changes are coming to our gene editing laws. Whether they'll help future-proof our economy or ruin our international reputation is up for debate. Audio
Kiwi artist on his win at a global, AI filmmaking competition
Emile Donovan talks to Tim Gibson about how he used AI technology to produce an award-winning ad. Audio
Remembering the Poly-1 computer
Lecturer at the University of Canterbury's School of Product Design, Mark Rickerby joins Emile Donovan to discuss what we can learn from New Zealand built computer from the eighties. Audio
Parents reconnecting landlines to avoid smartphones' pitfalls
A lot of people have ditched their landlines in favour of relying on mobile phones. But some parents are reconnecting them to avoid the pitfalls of smart phones for young children while allowing them… Audio
Batteries - how to make them last longer
From massive power grids to tiny medical implants that keep our hearts beating, batteries are the backbone of modern technology. But how do we ensure they remain reliable? Audio
2 Degrees to put cell towers into microsleeps to save power
Mobile company 2 degrees will put its cellphone towers into microsleeps to save power and reduce its carbon emissions. Climate correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
Rocket Lab 'ready to serve' Pentagon
Rocket Lab is poised to launch a satellite from Mahia Peninsula for a US company which is looking to bolster military and spying operations.
Tech Talk with Finn Hogan
We're joined by Nights' resident tech correspondent to discuss the big news stories in the tech world. Audio
Elon Musk launches 'scary smart' AI chatbot
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company unveiled on Monday the latest version of its chatbot, Grok 3.
Feature interview: why fix technology when we can fix ourselves
Constant connection comes at a price. Social media doesn't bring out our better angels, but instead feeds our worst instincts says writer and author Nicholas Carr. But he says blaming technology isn't… Audio
Tech Tuesday: smartphones under $1000k
Our tech commentator for today, Pratik Navani has recommendations for phones under $1000 dollars that will stand the test of time. Audio
Lentil, the cat brought back to life with AI
Following the death of his beloved cat Lentil comedian Robin Wealleans did something slightly unusual. He froze him and then brought him back to life. Audio
Remembering the NZ-built computer
Analysis - The story of the Poly-1 has enduring lessons about research and innovation policy.
Law change to allow new drug-testing devices
The change allows for devices that do screening, similar to at drink-drive checkpoints, rather than having to test oral fluid to an evidentiary standard.
'Ghost guns': NZ yet to act on three big legal gaps
'Ghost guns' created with 3D-printers are already posing a significant challenge in overseas jurisdictions, and it's an issue New Zealand can not ignore.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 17 February 2025
On today's episode, European leaders have been left out in the cold with the US saying Europe won't have a seat at the table when talks start to end the war in Ukraine, Auckland Council is reviewing… Audio
Google's AI breaching NZ name suppressions
Both overviews and a website function have given away the names of people granted suppression. Audio
Google's AI breaching name suppression orders
Google's Artificial Intelligence has been breaching name suppression orders put in place by New Zealand courts. Reporter Ben Strang spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Tech safety agencies 'failed to protect' Ardern - HRC
New Zealand's internet safety agencies took aggressive legal action against the Human Rights Commission, after it called out social media giants for failing to protect Jacinda Ardern from vicious… Audio
Right to Repair Bill reading a big win - consumer advocate
Kiwis consumers are one step closer to the guaranteed right to repair the products they own with the Consumer Guarantees (Right to Repair) Amendment Bill set for its first reading in Parliament on… Audio
