Technology
Kiwi's AI start-up aims to take gruntwork out of online tasks
Seven years on from Yang Fan Yun being NZ's top scholar he's now got an AI startup that has the backing of one the world's biggest AI companies. Audio
Minister steps in to help small businesses banned by Meta
RNZ has heard from over 30 New Zealanders and small businesses who've had their accounts suspended after being accused of breaching Meta's rules
AI in the classroom is hard to detect – time to bring back oral tests
News that several New Zealand universities have given up using detection software to expose student use of artificial intelligence underlines the challenge higher education is facing.
Digital driver licences are coming - how will they work?
Explainer - The government aims to introduce digital driver licences by the end of the year. But are they safe - and will everyone have to use them? Video
Tech Tuesday with Tim Batt
Tim joins Jesse to talk about the struggles in the IT sector and tips on what to do if your electronics get wet (hint: it' isn't rice) Audio
What exactly are "The Enhanced Games" and are they are game changer?
A new concept called the "Enhanced Games" appears to be sending the traditional sports world into a frenzy. The Enhanced Games are the invention of Australian entrepreneur Aron D'Souza, who says the… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 30th September 2025
In today's episode, Labour leader Chris Hipkins has blasted the government's decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood, calling it "morally reprehensible" and a failure of leadership, US… Audio
Your AI cover letter could be killing your chances
More and more job seekers are using AI to write their CVs and cover letters. Tribe Recruitment's Sarah White spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Some universities give up on AI detection tools
They say the technology isn't conclusive enough to accuse students of cheating and there are other ways of finding the likely use of AI. Audio
Massey joins others dropping AI detection software
Several universities have given up using software to detect the use of Artificial Intelligence in student work. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports. Audio
'Serious risk': Warning over e-motorbikes
E-motorbikes are heavy, fast, and almost silent, making them a "serious risk to parks, reserves, and reserve users", says the Hastings District Council.
Remember ’90s gaming classic Tekken? In Pakistan, it’s a ticket to fame and fortune
Tekken players in Pakistan are cracking (virtual) skulls on the international circuit, filling the rosters of lucrative Saudi-backed teams and taking home tens of thousands in prize money.
The Pre-Panel for 29 September 2025
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show. Audio
Why now's the time to put up guardrails around AI
Artificial intelligence is giving Daniel Barcay a sense of DeJa'Vu. He's the executive director of the Center for Humane Technology, and co-host of the podcast Your Undivided Attention. When social… Audio
Expert Feature: How can you make your home more sustainable?
It's time for our expert feature and today we're looking at ways to make your home more energy efficient. Eion Scott is the Senior Manager Residential at New Zealand Green Building Council, he's with… Audio
What you need to know about influencers and gambling
Four Kiwi social media influencers have been slapped with big fines by the Government gambling regulator. The fines are for breaching our rules; it's illegal for overseas gambling sites to advertise… Audio
Older workers rewrite the AI narrative
Some are sceptical, others enthusiastic - but over-50s are proving they can adapt faster than many expected. Audio
What is NZ's role in Trump's Golden Dome missile defence system?
A blueprint for the Golden Dome missile defence system has been created in the US, and while New Zealand has a burgeoning space industry, should it be involved? Audio
What Trump’s missile dome blueprint could mean for NZ
A US general in charge of building Donald Trump's Golden Dome missile defence system has come up with a blueprint. Phil Pennington reports. Audio
First Up - The Podcast, Monday 29 September
On today's First Up pod: Poland and Nato scrambled jets early on Sunday as Russia carried out strikes on Western Ukraine... Europe correspondent Anita Purcell Sjollund has the details. If you thought… Audio
