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Letters: Now house prices have fallen, what does that mean for CGT debate?

OPINION: The rise of chatbots and a manipulated internet lead to a disinformed public.

One of NZ's largest tech firms reveals financials amid AI 'revolution'

The firm's staff numbers dropped by 756 to 5375 in the financial year – a 12% reduction.

Scarlett Johansson: AI can't replicate the soulfulness of actors

She feels AI threatens society's foundational trust and moral compass.

Is AI rewiring our minds? Scientists probe cognitive cost of chatbots

MIT study finds ChatGPT users show lower brain engagement in writing tasks.

AI agents resort to blackmail, worse when under threat

"Open the server room doors, Claude."

New AI service to revolutionise how Kiwis compare energy plans

The Electricity Authority is set to reveal more about a new comparison site.

Grok shows 'flaws' in fact-checking Israel-Iran war, study says

The Middle East conflict spurred an avalanche of online misinformation.

Air NZ tech boss tipped for top job, Amazon’s huge Auckland construction site silent, Chorus’ multi-billion rural grab, more DIA cuts - Tech Insider

Could Air NZ be following a previous path in finding its new CEO?

AI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lag

New Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.

Meta breaks promise, plans to introduce ads on WhatsApp

Ads will roll out to three billion users, violating a 2014 'no ads' pledge.

How Disney’s AI lawsuit could shift the future of entertainment

A battle has been raging between AI companies and copyright-holders.

Nick Clark: How AI could improve local government

OPINION: AI can offer rapid information processing which can be helpful to councillors.

In China, preventing exam cheating in the AI era is a high-security operation

Students faced strict surveillance, including drones and metal detectors.

Tech Insider: A $529 phone, bought in March, can only make 3G calls; IRD’s AI warning; Musk’s pain is Beck’s gain; a self-employed Wellington man scores a $16K Google Cloud refund

PLUS: Elon Musk's pain is Sir Peter Beck's gain.

All the iOS 26 changes and new updates for your Apple devices from WWDC

Apple unveiled a new 'Liquid' Glass design, making menus glossier and translucent.

How an AI app gave me 17 more years to live

Death Clock AI might change how you plan your life.

Tesla loses $249b as Musk-Trump feud erupts, shaking business empire

Tesla's stock has dropped over 20% since Musk entered politics.

Opinion: Your smartphone is a parasite, according to evolution

OPINION: Many of us are hostage to our phones – and it’s not unlike having head lice.