Technology

Social media in the spotlight after misinformation

The Chief Censor says New Zealand has an opportunity to be leading the world in fighting against COVID-19 disinformation online. Nasty rumours, inaccurate advice... Read More

Lotto makes significant investment in upgrade

Lotto NZ has work underway to upgrade the MyLotto website and app, which is due to be completed by early 2021. The significant project has been underway since... Read More

Scientists study climate impact on Antarctic seals

People power and satellites are helping University of Canterbury scientists study climate impacts on Antarctic seals. A New Zealand-led international study of... Read More

YSAR adapt with online learning

A new online learning system currently in development will allow YSAR to remain resilient in a post-Level 4 lockdown world filled with uncertainties. The non-profit... Read More

New Starlink satellite train over NZ Monday night

The Tauranga Astronomical Society have advised that, weather permitting, the Starlink 9 satellite train will be visible in the sky over New Zealand tomorrow night.... Read More

Seeking out sauerkraut makers

Jim Pringle's fermented foods business was born out of a desire to improve the health of New Zealanders. It's not often a married couple in their 80's... Read More

Hack targeted business billing information

Police have strong expectations and policies when it comes to personal data. Following the breach reported from research company Gravitas we have been unable... Read More

Tauranga Police warn of online scams

If you ever buy goods on Facebook, this will serve as a reminder to ensure your sellers are legitimate. Tauranga Police have recently received a number... Read More

Techweek2020 launches with online events

New Zealand's annual festival of tech and innovation, Techweek2020, kicks off today and with more than 280 online events and 30 hours of live Techweek TV content.... Read More

Thousands use Air NZ credit tool

Air New Zealand customers have redeemed about $1.4m in credit following the launch of a new online tool. The online tool, which launched on Monday, allows customers... Read More

Connecting Kiwi kids through gaming

A homegrown Kiwi company that bills itself as the Netflix of education content and a NZ foundation, have joined forces to release a new youth, wellbeing game today. ‘Create... Read More

New alert system would have warned about Whakaari

A new volcano warning system - which would have alerted people to the Whakaari/White Island eruption 16 hours before it happened - is ready to be made operational. The... Read More