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Tesla caught in the crossfire of a brewing tech Cold War with China
Tesla has been accused of using its cars to spy on China.

LG to exit smartphone market after $6b in losses
Joining BlackBerry, Motorola and Nokia in the handset graveyard.

Northpower focused on UFB for subdivisions, satellite communities
Northpower buys Crown Infrastructure Partners' last shares in subsidiary Northpower Fibre.

Amazon's union battle is an omen of future conflict
Workers are pushing for collective representation – to protest being ruled by robots.

Naked ambition: OnlyFans founder on how he built a porn empire
The 18+ subscription site saw spending climb 400pc during the pandemic.

Coronavirus Covid-19: Could this 'smart sleeve' make borders safer?
Scientists have designed a 'smart sleeve' they say could help reduce spread of Covid-19.

'They didn't see the pitfalls': Harry and Meghan's secret pre-Megxit plans
The Sussexes told Oprah they "didn't have a plan" before leaving the UK. Really?

Identity theft costs woman chance of buying home - but she wins payout
Settlement falls far short of the financial damage suffered.

Kiwi drug maker takes big Covid hit
Drug and supplement maker initially made hay from Covid. Now it's turned into a problem.

If you care about privacy, it's time to try a new web browser
New York Times: A new crop of internet browsers offer stronger privacy protections.

Analyst starts Plexure coverage with a big call
PLUS: Mac attack: Plexure's largest customer reviews its technology.

The startup enemies of Wall Street are booming
New York Times: Young tech companies are having a moment as they upend the establishment.

Juha Saarinen: We have the tools to rein in runaway housing market
It's tedious and painful to repeat the mistakes of the past when we have the tools not to.

Ripetime buyer bought assets so they can't be used
"We simply wish to ensure that they're not available for anyone to use to make mischief."

Fatter Chorus dividends: Are they still on the way?
Analysts assess latest regulatory development as D-Day approaches.

Spike in Easter online incidents: Kiwis warned to be vigilant
There were 160 scam reports made Netsafe during Easter in 2017 and 736 in 2020.

Google aims to be the anti-Amazon of E-Commerce. It has a long way to go
New York Times: Google is trying to be a cheaper and less restrictive option for sellers.

How vaccine passports will reopen the world
They're touted as the key to unlock the world but will a health record be fair and secure?

The Kiwi richlister taking rugby to New York
And the nano-participle business, the lion business shaking up home mortgages.

'Self-regulation is over': Congress grills Big Tech CEOs
There is increasing support for the Big Tech companies to be reigned in by legislation.

Scammed: Couple rattled after losing $8k to fraudster
Māngere couple receives the shock of their life after realising they have been scammed.

Kiwi game developer sells for $203 million
Third big tech company to be sold offshore this month.

iPhone 13: Potential design and release date leaked online
A potential design and release date for Apple's new iPhone 13 has been leaked online.

'Altruism' may be key to better Covid-19 vaccine uptake
Data shows 'vaccine hesitant' cohort has budged little, but 'altruism' may help sway them.

2degrees' owner eyes NZX and ASX listing
Telco releases 2020 results as plans emerge for possible IPO in second half.

Five tech commandments to a safer digital life
New York Times: We can survive a world of ever-changing tech if we remember these rules.