NZ Tech Podcast

Dec 09 2024 200 ep. 51 mins 112
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Each episode, Paul Spain and guests discuss what's happening in the world of technology, gadgets and telecommunications around the world and in New Zealand.

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Sir John Key and Misti Landtroop talk Cyber Security with Paul Spain

Dec 09 2024 72 mins  
Hear former Prime Minister Sir John Key (Director - Palo Alto Networks) and Misti Landtroop (Managing Director NZ- Palo Alto Networks), as they join Paul Spain to explore the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.Sir John Key shares unique perspective drawn from his current and past experiences, including:- Prime Minister of New Zealand- Minister responsible of Special Intelligence S

Spark NZ's future with Renee Mateparae

Dec 03 2024 62 mins  
Listen in as host Paul Spain and Renee Mateparae (Spark NZ) delve into Spark's plans for data centres, the benefits of 5G Standalone, transition from 3G and the role of AI in service enhancement and Spark's strategic vision for the future of telecommunications. Plus tech news from the week including:NZ banks' new scam protection toolsCheap phone charger sparks house fireParking fin

2024 Insights and Future Vision with CEO Mark Callander

Nov 26 2024 48 mins  
Host Paul Spain sits down with 2degrees' CEO Mark Callander, as They delve into New Zealand's connectivity landscape, exploring rural broadband advancements, the future of 5G, and strategic mergers shaping the industry. Mark shares insights on satellite technologies, Network for Learning partnership, customer-centric innovations and how 2degrees is positioning itself as a value pla

Investing in and growing Kiwi Tech and Startups

Nov 19 2024 48 mins  
Host Paul Spain sits down with venture capitalist Lance Wiggs (Punakaiki Fund, Climate VC Fund), as they delve into the evolving landscape of venture capital in New Zealand and its critical role in nurturing Kiwi tech startups. Together they explore the history, challenges, and successes of venture capital, innovative climate investments and current NZ tech startups. Listen in and

TikTok Turmoil, Social Media regulations + Trump's return

Nov 12 2024 56 mins  
Join Paul Spain and Danu Abeysuriya (Rush Digital), as they look into Kiwi AI innovation in Brazil, security guidelines for start-ups, social media accountability steps in Australia and Malaysia, and TikTok controversies in Canada and France. Learn about the implications of Trump's re-election on tech policy and bitcoin. Plus hear about Rush Digital's journey in tackling global AI

Why we need Internet Archives + Property Tech

Nov 05 2024 56 mins  
Hear from Paul Spain and Logan Ransley (Landlord Studio), as they delve into some of this week's tech news and innovation including ListAssist's breakthrough in the US real estate market, precautionary advice on NZ Post scams and Apple's satellite service expansion. We also explore the significance of the Internet Archive and how hydropanel's are helping hydrate remote communities.

3G Roaming Demise, AI lawsuits, and Apple aids hearing

Oct 29 2024 53 mins  
Join Paul Spain and Bill Bennett as they discuss the latest tech news and developments including:The shutdown of 3G roamingApple's new hearing healthMeta reintroduces facial recognition to combat celebrity scamsZoom's innovative AI-powered avatarsAI lawsuits against Character.AI and Google over teens deathCreatives sign petition opposing use of works for AI TrainingHow to get

Starship, Tesla Robotaxi, Satellite to Cell and Quantum Computing Breakthroughs

Oct 15 2024 62 mins  
Hear from Paul Spain and Keith Patton (Vivara) as they discuss the latest tech news, including: One NZ's testing of Starlink's satellite-to-mobile SMS serviceNZ Government's Identity Check facial recognition systemTesla's Robotaxi plansQuantum computing breakthroughs by Chinese scientistsSpaceX's innovative rocket-catching technology Plus a look at Vivara personalised wellness guid

Autonomous Vehicles, Cybersecurity and Connectivity

Oct 08 2024 90 mins  
Join Paul Spain and Seeby Woodhouse (Voyager) as they delve into tech news from the week including, the impact of social media on traditional journalism as Google threatens to stop links to NZ news sites, Starlink in-flight connectivity and NZ police dismantled a large-scale smishing scam. They also explore the complexities of autonomous driving technologies, with Ha

The end of Intel? AI in schools, Tourism + iPhone 16 hands on

Sep 24 2024 54 mins  
 Join host Paul Spain and Jo Hilson, Chief Technology Officer of Tourism Holdings, as they discuss the latest tech news, including NZ police unauthorised access to facial recognition sites, Sparks TransGo partnership with Transpower, Te Whatu Ora's digital upgrade, Teachers concerns on AI usage, Qualcomm considers Intel takeover, Apple news and hands on review of Google TV str