Technology
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 11 June 2025
In today's episode, the government is being warned there could be diplomatic retaliation from Israel after New Zealand joined with a number of other allies in imposing sanctions on two Israeli… Audio
Warning for period tracking app users
Experts are warning women who use period tracking apps are a goldmine for advertisers, and information from them - in the wrong hands - could result in risks to job prospects, workplace monitoring… Audio
The Pentagon, NZ and the new nuclear overlap
The US is modernising its nuclear weapons command and control system - but what does that mean for New Zealand? Audio
AI gun video of Nelson councillor sparks warning for voters
The councillor says voters should always look for an authorisation statement or something that's genuine.
Waikato rocket builders to blast off in international competition
A group of amateur Waikato rocket scientists need a funding boost if they are going to make it all the way to international competitions, after a sucessful final practice launch of their creation… Audio
Are EVs more likely to catch fire? Why we're still falling for the myths
Even electric car owners believe myths that have become deeply embedded and caught up in culture wars, a study shows.
Tech experts fear cybercriminals will exploit end of Windows 10 support
New Zealand technology experts are increasing calls for people and businesses to upgrade their Microsoft devices, as Windows 10's support expiration looms.
Air NZ trialling wireless internet using Starlink satellites
From Tuesday, passengers flying on one of its A320 domestic aircraft would be able to access high-speed, low-latency internet.
Apple announces OS design overhaul with 'liquid glass'
The presentations at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference focused on incremental developments, including live translations for phone calls and design changes to its operating systems.
Apple announces changes at annual WWDC event
Apple has been unveiling big changes at its annual WWDC event, not just for its ubiquitous iPhone, but its products across the board. Wedbush Securities' Dan Ives spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Copper network rollback could leave communities disconnected
There are alarm bells ringing for some households in remote parts of the country as Chorus looks to phase out the use of its copper network to replace with fibre. The copper network is what we need… Audio
'Government doesn't really know what's going on'- ISP boss after warship blocked signals
A Taranaki internet provider says the government is failing rural Kiwis by not responding properly to one of last week's internet outages. Audio
One man's mission to pass an online safety bill
Online safety campaigner Rob Cope has written his own online safety bill to protect young people online and is lobbying MPs for support. Audio
3G shutdown: What devices are affected, and how to upgrade
Consumers are being urged to get ready ahead of the shutdown of 3G mobile networks from the end of the year.
Apple is about to answer a burning question about its future
One year after introducing Apple Intelligence, the company is on the hook to prove that it can make a name for itself in the AI space.
PM unsure how Australian warship knocked parts of NZ offline
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon remains unaware how it happened, but said he was "sure" Judith Collins would find out. Audio
Will AI ever reach true consciousness?
The dazzling growth of AI in recent years has reignited discussion around whether machines could reach a true state of consciousness. But what exactly is consciousness? Scientists are still trying to… Audio
WindowSwap: gazing from someone else’s window
WindowSwap is a website that allows you to look at views through windows around the world. Co-founder Vaishnav Balasubramaniam joins Jim. Audio
New push in Europe to curb children's social media use
France, Greece and Denmark believe there should be a ban on social media for under-15s, while Spain has suggested a ban for under-16s.
