Each episode, Paul Spain and guests discuss what's happening in the world of technology, gadgets and telecommunications around the world and in New Zealand.
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High Flying Wi-Fi, Scooter Bans and Private Spacewalks
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Listen in as Paul Spain joins Barry Dowdeswell (Otago Polytechnic) as they dive into this week’s Tech news including, Scooter bans in Wellington, Tax exempts for Kiwi tech startups, privacy concerns with IRD data sharing, United Airlines and Starlink partnership, and Polaris Dawn Mission's first privately funded spacewalk. Plus, a look at the new i…
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Digital Banks vs Incumbents + Governments vs Social Media
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Hear host Paul Spain and Sulabh Sharma, Co-Founder at Debut NZ, as they discuss fintech and the impact of open banking for New Zealand and the potential influence of governments on social media platforms. Plus, Tech news from the week including, the right to repair tech in NZ, Amazon’s new Alexa updates, Meta's COVID censorship under Biden governme…
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Open Banking, AI Interviews, and Tech Regulations
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Join Paul Spain and Stephen Phillips (Snyk) for an insightful discussion on EdTech’s Kai’s Education and Kami, major layoffs hit Spark, 2degrees, and One NZ, the impact of AI on job interviews, fintech Debut’s aim to launch NZ’s first open banking and AI-driven bank, Telegram’s CEO arrested and law enforcement access to encrypted communications, Qa…
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Rocket Lab’s Rise, Genetic Engineering in NZ, and AI's Impact on Music
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In this episode of the NZ Tech Podcast, host Paul Spain welcomes Josh Webb from HYPR NZ to delve into the latest tech news. They celebrate Uber’s 10-year milestone in New Zealand, discuss the implications of lifting the genetic engineering ban, and examine AI’s impact on the music industry. The conversation also highlights Rocket Lab’s impressive a…
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NZ Under Surveillance plus AI enable devices from HP and Samsung
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In this episode, host Paul Spain and guest Bill Bennett look into the rise of AI surveillance and its impact on New Zealand society. They discuss the impact of Huawei's exit from the New Zealand telecommunications market and the implications of the deployment of AI cameras on New Zealand buses for road safety. Plus, hands on with AI tech: HP OmniBo…
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Navigating AI, Digital Currency, and Cybersecurity with Xero's Security Leader
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Join host Paul Spain and Mark Knowles, Executive General Manager for Security at Xero, as they delve into the evolving nature of cyber threats, the importance of privacy and data protection, and the need to stay ahead of technological advancements and potential security risks. They also look at tech news from the week including: New Zealand's move …
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Self-Driving Cars, Ethical AI, and Voyager's Cloud Evolution with Seeby Woodhouse
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Join the conversation as host Paul Spain and Seeby Woodhouse (Voyager) explore NZ Post’s hydrogen-powered trucks, Trans-Tasman space research projects, the ethical implications of AI, Seeby's intriguing 5-day experience with Tesla's full self-driving capabilities on New Zealand roads, and the development of autonomous vehicles. Plus, a look at Voya…
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CrowdStrike Outage Impact: Resilience and Recovery
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Host Paul Spain is joined by advisor and consultant, Vincent Heeringa, as they delve into the aftermath of Crowdstrike's computer crash, discussing the impacts on key organisations and the cybersecurity industry. They explore the challenges faced by tech giants in response to crises, investor reactions, and the company's road to recovery. Plus, a l…
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CertNZ and NCSC: Strengthening New Zealand's Cybersecurity
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Tune in to Paul Spain and Tom Roberts; the team lead for threat and incident response at Cert NZ (Computer Emergency Response Team) and NCSC (National Cyber Security Centre). Tom highlights the increasing complexity of cybersecurity threats in New Zealand and an in-depth look at cybersecurity challenges and the government's involvement in New Zeala…
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AI vs Humans: Creation, Copyright and Ethics
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Paul Spain and Avram Pilch delve into the intricate landscape of artificial intelligence, discussing its ethical implications, impact on intellectual property rights, and the need for data privacy regulations. They explore concerns about AI-generated content, the limitations of AI, and the ethical considerations of AI using personal data from socia…
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Tech Revolution? ARM Processors and Windows Copilot+ PCs
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Avram Pilch - Tom's Hardware joins Paul Spain to dive into the intriguing world of the newest premium laptops and the nuances surrounding ARM processor technology and Windows Copilot+ PCs. Here’s a rundown of the key insights and discussions from the episode: The Qualcomm X Elite Processors: Performance vs. Practicality Battery Life: Reality vs. Cl…
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Steven Zinsli of startup HealthNow, NZ's $160m Tesla battery investment + more
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In this episode, host Paul Spain chats with guest Steven Zinsli to discuss a range of pressing topics at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and data privacy. The conversation delves into Steven Zinsli's journey from the healthcare industry to the launch of HealthNow, a platform aiming to make healthcare more affordable and accessible, part…
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AI, Space, Tesla's Future and Sustainable Technology with Matt Archer
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Join host Paul Spain and guest Matt Archer, CTO at Quadrent, as they discuss AI's impact on data privacy, the importance of technology access for young people and the latest tech news from the week, including: Fabrum to collaborate with Toyota GM's US$850 million infusion into Cruise robotaxis Meta's halt on AI training in EU Backlash to Adobe's la…
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AI in focus: Apple Intelligence, Nvidia Keynote, Microsoft Recall
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Hear from host Paul Spain and William Montague-Brown (Willbot.AI) as they look into Microsoft Recall’s privacy issues, the latest from Apple Worldwide Developers Conference including Apple Intelligence capabilities and the implications for users and businesses and Nvidia's remarkable growth in AI technology. They also discuss FAA’s approval of Amaz…
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NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2024: Innovation at Its Best
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Join us for insightful interviews from two winning companies of the NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2024. Starboard Maritime Intelligence help nations tackle complex challenges on the ocean. Kelly Rummins, the company's Chief Marketing Officer, provides an inside look at their innovative solutions and strategies for success. NovoLabs are revolutionising liquid d…
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Will 300km/h e-seagliders displace ferries and planes?
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Join Paul Spain and guest Shah Aslam (Ocean Flyer) as they discuss Ocean Flyers new 300km/h electric seagliders and how the innovative technology is set to transform transportation, offering fast, eco-friendly travel solutions. From safety features and operational insights to potential cost implications and industry disruptions, this episode explor…
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Future of Technology: ARM Chips, Local AI and Electric Ferries
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Paul Spain is joined by guest Bill Bennett to dive into the latest in technology news and trends. The conversation begins with a nostalgic look at Bill's early years as a journalist covering the revolution in technology, before moving on to discuss the dominance of ARM in mobile devices and the potential impact of ARM-based laptops on the PC market…
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