NZ Tech Podcast Paul Spain

Join host Paul Spain and guest Matt Archer, CTO at Quadrent, as they discuss AI's impact on data privacy, the importance of technology access for young people and the latest tech news from the week, including:
Fabrum to collaborate with ToyotaGM's US$850 million infusion into Cruise robotaxisMeta's halt on AI training in EUBacklash to Adobe's latest terms of serviceMusk's record payout from TeslaOzone concerns over Starlink satellitesLimitations on new hardware requirements for AI capabilities
Plus, a look at Quadrent's sustainable technology initiatives and its collaboration with educational communities.
Special thanks to our sponsors: One NZ, 2degrees spark, HP, and Gorilla Technology.

Hear from host Paul Spain and William Montague-Brown (Willbot.AI) as they look into Microsoft Recall’s privacy issues, the latest from Apple Worldwide Developers Conference including Apple Intelligence capabilities and the implications for users and businesses and Nvidia's remarkable growth in AI technology. They also discuss FAA’s approval of Amazon's new drone for commercial deliveries, the intriguing fluctuations in GameStop's stock, leveraging the power of AI for your business and more.
Thanks to our show Partners One NZ, Spark, HP and Gorilla Technology for their support of the NZ Tech Podcast

Join us for insightful interviews from two winning companies of the NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2024. Starboard Maritime Intelligence help nations tackle complex challenges on the ocean. Kelly Rummins, the company's Chief Marketing Officer, provides an inside look at their innovative solutions and strategies for success. NovoLabs are revolutionising liquid disinfection technologies related to water treatment, processing liquids and wastewater. Matt Sells, the company's CEO, shares insights into their journey, challenges, and future plans. Join us as we uncover the remarkable achievements and ambitions of these two award winning tech companies.
Thanks to our show Partners One NZ, Spark, HP and Gorilla Technology for their ongoing support of the NZ Tech Podcast.

Join Paul Spain and guest Shah Aslam (Ocean Flyer) as they discuss Ocean Flyers new 300km/h electric seagliders and how the innovative technology is set to transform transportation, offering fast, eco-friendly travel solutions. From safety features and operational insights to potential cost implications and industry disruptions, this episode explores this exciting future of electric transport in New Zealand and beyond.
Thanks to our show partners HP, One NZ, 2dgrees, Spark and Gorilla Technology for their support of the NZ Tech Podcast.

Paul Spain is joined by guest Bill Bennett to dive into the latest in technology news and trends. The conversation begins with a nostalgic look at Bill's early years as a journalist covering the revolution in technology, before moving on to discuss the dominance of ARM in mobile devices and the potential impact of ARM-based laptops on the PC market.
The episode also explores groundbreaking developments in transportation technology, the challenges and benefits of electric ferries, and the potential impact of gaming on driving skills.
Furthermore, the transition from Wintel to Arm-based chips, the importance of local AI models, and the future of Intel in the face of competition are also explored. Join us as we delve into these topics and more in this episode of the NZ Tech Podcast.

Listen in as Stephen Phillips (Snyk) joins host Paul Spain to discuss security vulnerabilities in VPNs, firewalls, and AI-generated code and the importance of backup strategies. Plus, a look at some of this week’s Tech News including:
A new $1-Billion Kiwi startupSolar storm disruptionsCrime group Huyton Firm's downfallGoogle Cloud deletes UniSuper's online accountOpenAI’s ChatGPT -40