Category: computers_and_internet
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AWS Launches Asia Pacific Region in New Zealand, Plans $7.5B Investment
Amazon has announced the launch of the AWS Asia Pacific (New Zealand) Region, providing enhanced cloud services to developers, startups, enterprises, and various organizations within New Zealand. Amazon plans to invest more than NZ$7.5 billion in the country to support…
BusinessScience & TechnologyWorldEconomyComputers and InternetEnvironmentEnergyAustralasia AWS Asia Pacific (New Zealand) RegionAmazon Web ServicesCloud ComputingDigital InfrastructureEconomic DevelopmentAsia PacificAmazon
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AI Experts Urge New Zealand Leaders for Bipartisan AI Regulation
A group of AI experts are calling on New Zealand's political leaders to launch a bipartisan effort to produce risk management-based AI regulation and establish a national AI oversight body. In an open letter addressed to Rt Hon Christopher Luxon,…
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyLawEducationComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEuropeAustralasiaSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing AI RegulationChristopher LuxonChris HipkinsGovernmentTechnology
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Highlights Risky Foods, Home Insurance Issues
Consumer NZ is reporting that some common foods could be putting your health at risk. It said their experts have identified five risky foods and are offering advice on how to stay safe while eating them. Consumer NZ is also…
HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessSocial IssuesComputers and InternetMedical ScienceEconomyTradeLegal
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Petition Seeks Supermarket Pricing Oversight
Consumer NZ is reporting that its petition to address pricing errors at supermarkets was handed to New Zealand's Minister for Economic Growth, Nicola Willis. It said the petition was backed by 25,000 signatures. Willis responded that she would consider stronger…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyHealthEconomyLegalComputers and Internet Consumer NZNicola Willissupermarketspricingslow cookerswasher-dryer combo
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RNZ Interview Dropout Highlights Rural Connectivity Concerns
A live interview on RNZ’s Nine to Noon highlighted Federated Farmers’ concerns regarding poor rural connectivity and Chorus’s phasing out of copper lines. During the interview, Federated Farmers rural connectivity spokesperson Mark Hooper experienced connection issues from his Taranaki dairy…
Science & TechnologyBusinessMediaAgricultureComputers and Internet RNZFederated Farmersrural connectivityChorusMark HooperTaranakiNine to Noon
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FMA Warns of Surge in Social Media Investment Scams Using Deepfakes
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has issued a warning regarding a surge in social media investment scams. Scammers are impersonating New Zealand celebrities, journalists, politicians, financial commentators, and business leaders, particularly on Meta platforms. They create fake profiles and use…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFinancial MarketsSocial IssuesComputers and Internet FMAsocial mediainvestment scamsdeepfakesClare BolingfordFinancial Markets AuthorityNZ Financial Markets Authority
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Auckland Police Make Arrests in $4 Million Cryptocurrency Burglary Case
A couple has been apprehended following an extensive investigation into a multi-million dollar burglary that occurred nearly four years ago in Auckland. The investigation, which began in Westmere in late 2021, culminated in a search warrant being executed at a…
Law EnforcementLegalBusinessEconomyFinancial MarketsComputers and InternetDigital and Print Publishing Aucklandburglarycryptocurrencymoney launderingfinancial crimeNew Zealand PoliceWellsford
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Media Monitor: The Guardian Reports on Immigration Turmoil, Ukraine, Vaping, and New Zealand Education
The Guardian is reporting that immigration labor plans are in turmoil after an Epping hotel was blocked from housing asylum seekers. It said other local leaders are expected to mount challenges after a council in Essex won an injunction following…
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessScience & TechnologyEnvironmentSportEuropeAsiaUSGeneral PoliticsImmigrationClimate ChangeTradeSocial IssuesDigital and Print PublishingEconomyLaw EnforcementMedical ScienceComputers and Internet UkraineVapingDonald TrumpEppingMāoriThe Guardian
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ on Supermarket Pricing, Kmart Claims
Consumer NZ is reporting that Minister of Economic Growth Nicola Willis has agreed to present a petition in Parliament regarding supermarket pricing accuracy, which was supported by over 25,000 people. It said Consumer NZ warned Kmart after the retailer couldn’t…
BusinessHealthScience & TechnologyEconomyMedical ScienceComputers and Internet Consumer NZNicola WillisKmartThe WarehouseElectric CarsCotton
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ offers advice on supermarket pricing errors
Consumer NZ is reporting that customers who are charged the wrong price at the supermarket should check their receipts and alert staff. It said that supermarkets in New Zealand have displayed incorrect pricing in the past. Consumer NZ also recommends…
BusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaEconomyComputers and InternetFinancial MarketsLegal
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Petition Calls for End to Misleading Supermarket Pricing
Consumer NZ is reporting that a petition calling for an end to misleading supermarket pricing is close to reaching its goal. It said New Zealanders will be able to use their cards or phones without incurring surcharges from May 2026.…
BusinessScience & TechnologyWeatherPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaEconomyComputers and InternetEnergyTradeGeneral WeatherFederal Government
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Social Media Restrictions, Fire, and Sports
Radio New Zealand is reporting on several stories this morning. One story states that a researcher is advocating for social media age restrictions to protect young people from mental and physical harm. RNZ also reports that three helicopters are battling…
HealthScience & TechnologyWeatherSportMediaSocial IssuesMedical ScienceComputers and Internet Social MediaAge RestrictionSheffieldVegetation FireANZ PremiershipWaiouru army baseRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports on Supermarket Pricing Errors, Noel Leeming Lawsuit
Consumer NZ is reporting that a petition is circulating to address widespread supermarket pricing errors that are impacting consumers' budgets. It said over 10,000 people have signed the petition, with a target of 20,000. Consumer NZ said Noel Leeming is…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyLegalTradeEconomyComputers and InternetGovernmentSocial Issues
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Norton Report: Cyberbullying and AI Companionship Challenge Kiwi Parents
A new Norton report reveals that cyberbullying and AI companionship are growing concerns for Kiwi parents. The 2025 Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report: Connected Kids, released on Tuesday, shows that 13% of parents report their children have experienced cyberbullying, while…
Science & TechnologySocial IssuesEducationAustralasiaComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues NortonCyber SafetyCyberbullyingAIParental ControlsChildren
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports on Pricing, Detergents, and AI
Consumer NZ is reporting that some supermarket price tags are too small for customers to read without a magnifying glass. It said two members complained they couldn't easily see how much they were paying. Consumer NZ also highlighted the best…
BusinessScience & TechnologyHealthWorldAustralasiaEconomyMedical ScienceComputers and Internet
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New Zealand Anti-Scam Alliance Receives Welcome from FMA
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has welcomed the formation of the New Zealand Anti-Scam Alliance, a joint operational partnership aimed at tackling scams. FMA Executive Director Clare Bolingford emphasized the importance of collaboration in combating scams, stating, "Collaboration is a…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFinancial MarketsLaw EnforcementLegalComputers and Internet Financial Markets AuthorityNew Zealand Anti-Scam AlliancescamsClare BolingfordinvestmentNCSCFinanceNZ Financial Markets Authority
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NZ Police to Strengthen IT Security Following Rapid Review
A rapid review of New Zealand Police IT systems has revealed opportunities to strengthen security measures, despite the presence of modern security controls. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers stated that while existing measures protect information and systems from malicious activity, improvements…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyComputers and InternetFederal GovernmentSocial Issues New Zealand PoliceIT systemssecurityRichard Chambersinternet usagedata audits
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Media Monitor: New World Stops Calling Spread 'Butter'
Consumer NZ is reporting that New World, a supermarket chain in New Zealand, has agreed to stop marketing a new spread as “butter.” Consumer NZ said the product was packaged like butter and placed alongside butter in supermarket chillers, but…
BusinessScience & TechnologySocial IssuesAustralasiaEconomyComputers and InternetLegal
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Media Monitor: NZ Herald to Explore AI for Content Generation
Newsroom is reporting that the New Zealand Herald is creating an ‘editorial futures working group’ to explore using AI to write stories. Newsroom said the Herald had a false start last year when AI was used to write an editorial,…
MediaScience & TechnologyBusinessComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceDigital and Print Publishing NewsroomNew Zealand HeraldAIMatt MartelStuffcontent generationeditorial
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Body Found, Flood Warning, Cyber Attack
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a woman is in custody after a newborn baby's body was found in a wheelie bin in Auckland's Freeman's Bay. RNZ also reported that Civil Defence is warning flood-affected residents in the Nelson-Tasman region…
WorldBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWeatherSportFranceUnited StatesComputers and InternetTradeLegal AucklandFreeman's BayNelson-TasmanQantasWoolworthscyber attackfloodingRNZ News
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New Zealand Defence Minister Highlights Cyber, Undersea, and Space Defence Challenges
New Zealand Defence Minister Judith Collins KC addressed the 22nd IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 31, 2025, focusing on cyber, undersea, and outer-space defence challenges. Collins emphasized the importance of secure global connections for New Zealand's security and…
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyWorldMilitarySingaporeFranceFinlandGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentAsiaEuropeAstronomy and SpaceComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceCybersecurityTradeLaw Enforcement Judith CollinsDefenceSpaceUndersea CablesInternational Institute for Strategic Studies
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Inquiry into Social Media Harm Welcomed by ACT, Caution Urged on Blanket Ban
ACT MP Dr. Parmjeet Parmar has welcomed Parliament's decision to authorize a Select Committee inquiry into the harms of social media on young people. Dr. Parmar, who sits on Parliament's Education and Workforce Committee, proposed the inquiry. She believes it…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesMediaEducationAustralasiaComputers and Internet ACTParmjeet ParmarParliamentSelect Committee inquirysocial mediayouth
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New Zealand Police Launch Review of Technology Use
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has initiated an independent review into the use of police technology, effective May 12, to prevent misuse of equipment for non-work-related purposes. The review aims to ensure strong controls are in place to detect and prevent…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyComputers and Internet New Zealand PoliceRichard Chamberstechnology reviewpolice equipmentICT systemsinformation securityNZ Police
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NZ Social Media Age Restriction Bill Faces Hurdles
A New Zealand bill aiming to ban social media use for those under 16 faces potential hurdles, according to a briefing paper. The Social Media (Age-Restricted Users) Bill, introduced by MP Catherine Wedd, requires platforms to take "all reasonable steps"…
Politics and GovernmentLawSocial IssuesComputers and InternetAustralasiaEducation Social MediaAge VerificationOnline SafetyCatherine WeddDigital Safety CommissionerPrivacy Impact Assessment
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New Bill Aims to Restrict Social Media Access for Under 16s in New Zealand
National MP Catherine Wedd has introduced the Social Media Age-Appropriate Users Bill, aiming to protect young people from the risks associated with social media. The bill focuses on restricting access for those under 16. Wedd stated, "Social media is an…
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologySocial IssuesEducationAustralasiaComputers and InternetLaw Enforcement Catherine WeddSocial Media Age-Appropriate Users BillSocial mediaOnline Safety AmendmentlegislationParenting