Technology news
Failed buy-now-pay-later operator Laybuy relaunches under new owner
Laybuy went into receivership last year.
Second time lucky: Auckland DJ software firm sells in $175m deal
The Commerce Commission blocked a previous sale to Pioneer DJ.
Opinion: How Adolescence highlights the digital dilemma for parents
'Adolescence' depicts the dangers of radicalisation through online content.
Mobil introduces renewable diesel made partly with vegetable oil
The diesel is only available to one commercial user so far.
Apple doubles kura programme to 5000 students, upgrades Maps with iwi place cards
Tech giant doubles down on its efforts to close the digital divide.
Electric & hybrid car news
Ford Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payload
Could this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?
Report: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motor
Updated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.
MG4 vs GWM Ora: ultimate cheap EV shootout
We take an up-close look at two of NZ's cheapest new EVs.
Science news
The British couple found dead in Wellington were looking to settle in NZ, says neighbour
The British pair is being remembered as "absolutely lovely".
Climate change: How heatwaves are pushing NZ’s vital estuaries to worrying extremes
Estuary heatwaves can trigger catastrophic die-offs of shellfish and toxic algal blooms.
Brain injury breakthrough: NZ scientists discover telltale marker after concussion
NZ discovery may potentially give doctors a clearer steer on when to stand down players.
AI news
OpenAI says it raised US$40b at valuation of US$300b
Biggest ever capital raise for a start-up.
Tech Insider: Microsoft pulls Windows 10 support unless you pay $50 or upgrade - experts on your level of risk if you’re stranded
PLUS: Being AI finally finds three independent directors - and they're big names.
Elon Musk selling X to his own xAI for $57 billion
The social media platform's future is 'intertwined' with that of xAI, Musk says.
Sky replaces call centre staff with AI, closes three centres in UK
Chatbots will replace the network's 2000 staff amid shifting trends.
Quitting Oracle to biggest software IPO ever
'This is an inflection point where there is complete uncertainty.'
Doctors told him he was going to die. Then AI saved his life
New York Times: AI is helping find new treatments among thousands of old medicines.
More Technology news
‘Amy’ says possible telco price deregulation would drive her ‘dumb phone’ parents to tears
A telco user group also warns the move could cause a return to paying per text message.
23andMe bankruptcy: What data does it hold and can I delete it?
Major at-home DNA testing company goes bust.
Tech Insider: High Court case has two big lessons for small businesses owners facing social media attacks
Plus, Kiwi organisations busting their cloud budgets.
Opinion: Why more generation won’t solve NZ’s energy woes
OPINION: New Zealand's electricity demand could nearly double by 2050.
Musk is positioned to profit off billions in new government contracts
New York Times: Trump, Musk allies in Government roles could deliver SpaceX boost.
BYD’s Shark attack on ute market: Govt eyeing law change that will give it more bite
The hybrid, dual-cab ute has taken big chunk of sales in its first two months.
Doctors told him he was going to die. Then AI saved his life
New York Times: AI is helping find new treatments among thousands of old medicines.
Rod Drury backs ‘NZ first’ public e-boat charging company Electric Wave
Billionaire sees Queenstown becoming an R&D hub for marine electrification.
Fintech Airwallex puts first boots on the ground in NZ, goes on hiring drive
Aussie unicorn has Kiwi roots.
Tesla’s Cybertruck has become the world’s most hated car
Telegraph: Elon Musk’s angular pick-up is turning into a symbol of a divided America.
China EV giant BYD soars after 5-minute charging platform unveiled
Plus: Geely-owned Zeekr unveils autonomous driving system
‘Surprised’ telcos worry about levy rise, Starlink in the gun as Goldsmith outlines reforms
Consumer advocates and the industry are at odds. PLUS: Updates on two crypto liquidations.
Auckland real estate AI start-up sells to US firm
'I’m excited to dump some fuel on the fire.'
Auckland real estate AI start-up sells to US firm
'I’m excited to dump some fuel on the fire.'
Giltrap shakes up EV market with keenly priced Geely, reveals wider plans
Price parity with petrol cars viewed as aiding EV revival, but ICE models coming too.
Kiwi Facebook insider’s exposé alleges bad behaviour at the top
NY Times: Kiwi's memoir offers inside account of a company run by 'self-absorbed leaders'.