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Can we trust Elon Musk not to pull the Starlink plug?
Musk’s volatility demands caution about how reliant we become on his satellite network.
Guyon Espiner: Labour needs some big economic ideas. NZ does, too
Shouldn’t we look for better economic weapons rather than monetary policy blunderbuss?
Why Google’s stranglehold on internet search engines may be about to an end
US court finds Google had maintained illegal monopoly in internet-search market.
This corporate life: The illusion of the not-so-humble brag and personal branding
Pressure to build a personal brand can expose how leaders really feel about team work.
Could rewetting peatlands reduce NZ’s eye-wateringly high emissions?
The government is proposing to rewet peatlands, with consultation closing this week.
In our 24/7 culture, would a legal entitlement to disconnect be feasible?
The idea of spending a week or more offline is anathema to me - and most Kiwis.
Fed up with Spotify? Here’s the best music streaming alternative
World’s most popular music streaming platform attracts growing criticism over app changes.
Leading UK economist: Want to grow the economy? Then put the past away
Our failure to discover new and better ideas about the world is stymeing economic growth.
Peter Griffin: Panasonic fires up Amazon-powered TVs
The world of TV operating systems set for major changes thanks to a new tech partnership.
Who are the tech titans lending Trump their influence?
How Silicon Valley's money could prove pivotal to the US election.
Navigating the money maze: The allure of gold as an investment
Gold is the one asset that has stood the test of time, so should you invest in it?
Peter Griffin: Why I’m happy to wait for Apple’s Vision Pro
Vision Pro comes with a big price tag for a device that remains a niche plaything.
How AI is becoming a health gamechanger
AI has huge potential to improve patient care - once hurdles are safely cleared.
From theatre lights to starlight: Kiwi engineer's NASA odyssey
Former NZ theatre lighting designer Bryan Caldwell now manages research projects for NASA.
We are not alone: Evidence builds for alien life outside our solar system
Kiwi scientists are helping to find compelling evidence for life in outer space.
Peter Griffin: Turning the tables on scammers with the help of chatbots
Scammers are using AI to commit their crimes, but AI can also be used against them.
America’s top doctor urges smoking-style warning labels on social media
Peter Griffin: "When it comes to social media use, we don’t need a moral panic."
'Science tsar' leads once-in-a-generation review of NZ science and universities
Sir Peter Gluckman says significant change is on the cards – if he gets his way.
Are you too old for a side hustle?
There are all manner of side hustles - and they're not just for the young and ambitious.
How green chemistry will help us move away from fossil fuels
The Auckland centre working on making useful chemicals from waste.
Apple Intelligence: what you need to know about the iPhone’s big upgrade
Apple may have been slow to embrace artificial intelligence but that is about to change.
Amazon turns 30 - but beyond books and e-readers, is it good for the world?
Many loathe Amazon for its low-cost, high-volume commerce that encourages consumption.
PC power: AI will soon be hardwired into your laptop
Computer makers are jumping on the AI bandwagon.
Buying a TV in 2024: The tech you need to get your head around
With the latest smart TVs here, there are some key buzzwords to unpack to get a good deal.
Kai & connection: The Kiwi charity turning food waste into fine dining
A pay-as-you feel eatery is about customer wellbeing and saving food waste from the dump.
New to investing? Here are the best options to make more from your money
Nine top investment options to make your money work for you.
Google to spend the rest of 2024 “making AI helpful for everyone”
Google is building AI into all its products, changing the way billions of us use tech.
Closing NZ’s digital divide and affordable broadband key to economic growth
Peter Griffin: Spending taxpayer money to get poorer households online will benefit all.
Should you take control of your own destiny and start a business?
The harsh realities vs. the glamorous rewards of starting your own business.
With parcel theft on the rise, do you need a doorbell camera?
A buyer’s guide to doorbell cameras – the easy way to see who’s at your door.
Who is Facebook’s AI assistant really helping?
It's the AI you can't turn off, keeping you in Zuckerberg's realm for longer.
Six questions you’ll need answers to if you’re bidding farewell to Xtra Mail
Peter Griffin: Not staying with Xtra? Here's what you need to do now.