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Opinion: Drawing on memory can help us solve problems
Research shows people remember the past to solve problems in the present.

Budget 2025: $212m in cuts to existing business, science and innovation programmes
No surprises in another thin year for the sector.
AI news

Why Nvidia's dominance faces new challenges despite strong earnings
US export constraints are expected to cost Nvidia about $13.4 billion.

Teens are sexting with AI - here’s what parents should know
Minors are striking up friendly, romantic and sexual conversations with AI chatbots.

NRL reporter speaks out on AI deepfake video using her images
Tiffany Salmond called the act a blatant attempt to undermine her safety and confidence.

Morrison pockets $456m in fees as Infratil makes net loss of $261.3m
The NZSA says past changes make a fee more palatable but clearer disclosure's needed.

Am I hot or not? People are asking ChatGPT for the harsh truth
Friends want to protect your feelings. AI isn’t pulling any punches.

Most Kiwis don’t trust AI and fear job losses from it: Survey
Research reveals generational differences.
More Technology news

Google ramps up search with AI mode amid competition concerns
The AI mode, available in the US, offers deeper, multi-modal searches.

Why AI's ability to persuade raises new ethical concerns
Chatbots were more persuasive than humans in 64% of online debates.

Callaghan shows start-up team the door, Auckland Mayor makes tech grab
Budget day is desk clear-out day for Callaghan's commercialisation team.

Two private equity firms reportedly circling Spark
Some analysts say the stock is oversold.

On The Up: AI disruptors – meet the Kiwis using new tech to boost their businesses and lead the way
We sound out some New Zealanders who have taken AI by the scruff of the neck.

Spark confirms outsourcing deal, reveals number of NZ jobs lost
The restructure comes on top of a contract to outsource roles to Infosys.

Gentrack’s softer-than-expected result hits share price
Limited full-year guidance falls slightly short of analysts' expectations.

AI is getting more powerful, but its hallucinations are getting worse
New York Times: New wave of 'reasoning' systems producing incorrect info more often.

Spark confirms jobs will go as it outsources to AI, networking partner
Restructure comes on top of contract to outsource roles to Infosys.

Tech Insider: Willis offers some venture capital sugar, but is it enough?
Finance Minister delivers some unexpected Budget 2025 action.

Opinion: Ditching Google search was easier than expected
OPINION: DuckDuckGo collects far less data than Google, enhancing privacy.

Allbirds predicts turnaround - finally - if lucky break on tariffs holds true
PLUS: Waterproof Allbirds - and some "professional" sneakers for the office.