NZ Tech Podcast

Listen in as host Paul Spain and Renee Mateparae (Spark NZ) delve into Spark's plans for data centres, the benefits of 5G Standalone, transition from 3G and the role of AI in service enhancement and Spark's strategic vision for the future of telecommunications. Plus tech news from the week including:NZ banks' new scam protection toolsCheap phone charger sparks house fireParking fines highlights cities limited parking options for TradespeopleMeta's $10B subsea cable projectAustralia's social media ban for under 16'sThank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Host Paul Spain sits down with 2degrees' CEO Mark Callander, as They delve into New Zealand's connectivity landscape, exploring rural broadband advancements, the future of 5G, and strategic mergers shaping the industry. Mark shares insights on satellite technologies, Network for Learning partnership, customer-centric innovations and how 2degrees is positioning itself as a value player amidst economic challenges.Special thanks to our show partners 2degrees, One NZ, Spark, HP and Gorilla Technology.

Host Paul Spain sits down with venture capitalist Lance Wiggs (Punakaiki Fund, Climate VC Fund), as they delve into the evolving landscape of venture capital in New Zealand and its critical role in nurturing Kiwi tech startups. Together they explore the history, challenges, and successes of venture capital, innovative climate investments and current NZ tech startups. Listen in and gain insights into the impact of economic challenges and successes within the New Zealand tech investment arena.Thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Join Paul Spain and Danu Abeysuriya (Rush Digital), as they look into Kiwi AI innovation in Brazil, security guidelines for start-ups, social media accountability steps in Australia and Malaysia, and TikTok controversies in Canada and France. Learn about the implications of Trump's re-election on tech policy and bitcoin. Plus hear about Rush Digital's journey in tackling global AI challenges.Special thanks to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Hear from Paul Spain and Logan Ransley (Landlord Studio), as they delve into some of this week's tech news and innovation including ListAssist's breakthrough in the US real estate market, precautionary advice on NZ Post scams and Apple's satellite service expansion. We also explore the significance of the Internet Archive and how hydropanel's are helping hydrate remote communities. Plus, a look at the innovation behind Landlord Studio's all-in-one property management app.Thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Join Paul Spain and Bill Bennett as they discuss the latest tech news and developments including:The shutdown of 3G roamingApple's new hearing healthMeta reintroduces facial recognition to combat celebrity scamsZoom's innovative AI-powered avatarsAI lawsuits against Character.AI and Google over teens deathCreatives sign petition opposing use of works for AI TrainingHow to get Google's support for NZ media Special thanks to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Hear from Paul Spain and Keith Patton (Vivara) as they discuss the latest tech news, including: One NZ's testing of Starlink's satellite-to-mobile SMS serviceNZ Government's Identity Check facial recognition systemTesla's Robotaxi plansQuantum computing breakthroughs by Chinese scientistsSpaceX's innovative rocket-catching technology Plus a look at Vivara personalised wellness guidanceThank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Join Paul Spain and Seeby Woodhouse (Voyager) as they delve into tech news from the week including, the impact of social media on traditional journalism as Google threatens to stop links to NZ news sites, Starlink in-flight connectivity and NZ police dismantled a large-scale smishing scam. They also explore the complexities of autonomous driving technologies, with Hands off experiences with Tesla’s Full Self Driving and Waymo Driver in San Fransico. Plus, Voyager Internet's competitive innovations.Special thanks to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

 Join host Paul Spain and Jo Hilson, Chief Technology Officer of Tourism Holdings, as they discuss the latest tech news, including NZ police unauthorised access to facial recognition sites, Sparks TransGo partnership with Transpower, Te Whatu Ora's digital upgrade, Teachers concerns on AI usage, Qualcomm considers Intel takeover, Apple news and hands on review of Google TV streamer 4K and iPhone 16. Plus, a look at technology integration and innovation at Tourism Holdings and more.Thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

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 iPhone16 and GoPro’s Hero 13’s latest innovations and the vital role of experiential learning at Otago Polytechnic's Auckland International Campus.Special thanks to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.