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NZ Tech Podcast

687 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

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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Empowering Kiwi Innovation: How can Microsoft help lift our future with Microsoft's Vanessa Sorenson

March 26, 2024 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

Host Paul Spain is joined by Vanessa Sorenson, head of Microsoft NZ and Chief Partner Officer ANZ, as they discuss the evolving New Zealand tech landscape and Microsoft's role, including local data centre developments, and the advancements and integration of AI technology, Plus Microsoft NZ and Straker collaborate to develop full Te Reo Maori translation for digital content. Listen to this in-depth conversation and discover the opportunities, challenges, and innovations from Microsoft New Ze...

AWS Investment in New Zealand's Tech Future

March 19, 2024 01:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Host Paul Spain is joined by Tiffany Bloomquist and Rada Stanic from Amazon Web Services (AWS), as they delve into the transformative power of AI services for businesses and leveraging machine learning and the impact of cloud migration. They also explore real-world examples and future opportunities for NZ's tech sector. Discover how AWS is investing in infrastructure, skills, and community programs to empower individuals and organisations.

Cyber Revolutions: NZ, USA, China and TikTok - with Philip Whitmore

March 12, 2024 10:00 - 54 minutes - 49.4 MB

Host Paul Spain is joined by Philip Whitmore, head of KPMG NZ's Cyber Security team, as they explore the impact of Microsoft AI's controversial images, 2degrees' new CTO, Callaghan Innovation cost cuttings, Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill and US lawmakers' TikTok crackdown. Hear insights on cybersecurity concerns facing businesses in New Zealand, including current threats, recent incidents, and regulatory changes.

Exploring AI, Bitcoin, and Robotics in Investments with Darcy Ungaro

March 09, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes - 63.8 MB

In this episode, host Paul Spain is joined by financial advisor Darcy Ungaro (Ungaro & Co.) for a fascinating discussion on investments, the influence of AI on publicly listed companies, and the surge in Bitcoin and NFT prices. From the impact of energy as a raw commodity to the potential of robotics and autonomous vehicles, this episode dives into the evolving landscape of investments and technological advancements. NZ Everyday Investor Podcast : Kiwi advice on mortgages, shares, ins...

Leap Year glitches, Apple EV scrapped, AI Quirks + more

March 05, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

In this tech news edition, host Paul Spain is joined Darcy Ungaro (Ungaro & Co.) as they explore some of the latest in Tech news including, Leap year glitch breaks NZ pay-at-the pumps Gemini AI’s inaccuracies Delays to Amazon’s Auckland building Spark’s new AI training programme State-sponsored hacking Apple ends EV car attempts The latest MacBook Air releases and more.

Sam Wood - How a non-geek built a tech enabled health and fitness empire

February 27, 2024 10:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

Join Paul Spain as he sits down with Sam Wood for an insightful conversation about fitness, technology, and entrepreneurship! Sam shares his journey of building 28 by Sam Wood, an online fitness and nutrition program, and how technology has played a pivotal role in the success of the business.

Apple Vision Pro - Winner or Flop? AI Chatbot mess, NZ facial recognition + more

February 20, 2024 10:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

Lance Bauerfeind, Head of Training & Simulations at Company-X, joins host Paul Spain as they discuss the Apple Vision Pro surprises and the evolving landscape of immersive realities. Plus they look at the latest in tech news, including: Foodstuff NZ's facial recognition trials Phone bans in NZ schools Rocket Labs' junk mission Air Canada chatbot mess AI generated Fake IDs Multimodal AI glasses For more on Apple Vision Pro: Tech Ethics, AI Advancements, and Vision Pro’s potential

A Nyriad of Lessons - Alex St John

February 13, 2024 10:00 - 2 hours - 112 MB

Alex St. John brought the Silicon Valley startup mindset to the small town of Cambridge, New Zealand. Listen in as host Paul Spain walks through Alex’s fascinating backstory, his achievements facilitating a multibillion dollar change in Microsoft’s gaming trajectory with Direct X, through his New Zealand story with Nyriad (sadly, now being liquidated) - and onto the current with PlayCast in this NZ Tech Podcast special episode. Also covered are many aspects of Alex's career which spans ove...

Electric Ferries, Smart Chargers and Load Management with Peter Allington

February 05, 2024 04:30 - 31 minutes - 50 MB

Host Paul Spain dives into the world of electric charging systems with Peter Allington (Singer Electric). Together they explore the global push for standardized EV charging, the challenges of load management, and the exponential growth of electric vehicles in New Zealand. From electrifying Auckland ferries to the complexities of infrastructure upgrades, this episode provides an insightful look at the future of powering transportation and the technology driving it.

Tech Ethics, AI Advancements, and Vision Pro’s potential

February 02, 2024 09:30 - 36 minutes - 58.7 MB

In this News edition, host Paul Spain and guest Peter Allington (Singer Electric) delve into the hot topics of tech regulation, AI innovation, and the future of virtual reality. They discuss new aid for boaters in the Tory Channel, Social Media CEO's senate hearing concerning the well-being of younger users, Neuralink's brain interface chip's first human trial, the release of Apple's Vision Pro VR headset and more.

Tech and AI in Education with Julie McMahon (Grok Academy)

January 30, 2024 09:00 - 53 minutes - 86.1 MB

On this episode Paul Spain is joined by Julie McMahon (Grok Academy) as they discuss the impact of technology and artificial intelligence in education for 2024. They look at digital learning pathways, The role of AI, and the challenges teachers face. Julie also shares insights into the mission of Grok Academy to provide free digital technologies education in Australia and New Zealand, and bring digital technologies education to all. Additional teacher support resource: AI 101 for Teachers |...

Tech News: Airport updates, Apple vs. Samsung and GoPro's new acquisition

January 25, 2024 00:00 - 19 minutes - 31.7 MB

In this episode of the NZ Tech Podcast, host Paul Spain and guests Mitchell Pham and AJ Smith (TradeWindow) delve into the latest tech news from New Zealand and around the globe including: Advancements in New Zealand airport security and express path Kiwi Dee Templeton joins OpenAI board Samsung’s Galaxy S24 series with 7 years of updates Apple overtakes Samsung, as global smartphone seller GoPro's acquisition of Foresight Helmets Listen to the journey of TradeWindow

Exploring TradeWindow's Digital Trade Journey - with AJ Smith and Mitchell Pham

January 23, 2024 10:00 - 45 minutes - 73.5 MB

In this episode, host Paul Spain is joined by TradeWindow CEO/Founder AJ Smith and CDO Mitchell Pham, as they delve into the world of tech and trade. They discuss the challenges and successes of Trade Window, and explore the process of digitalizing trade, and the resilience required for success in difficult times. Join the conversation as they talk about raising capital, AI integration, and the powerful role of trust in reshaping the flow of global goods.

Tackling Preventable Blindness through Telemedicine and AI

January 16, 2024 09:00 - 32 minutes - 51.7 MB

Host Paul Spain explores the developments in healthcare technology that are helping to prevent blindness in premature babies in India. Featuring interviews with Dr. Anand Vinekar, head of KIDROP, and Narayan V K, Co-Founder of CleaVision, they discuss their collaborative efforts through the innovative use of telemedicine and AI-assisted diagnosis in addressing retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), and the impact of this technology on improving access to screenings in remote areas, optimizing lim...

New Zealand's Path to AI Victory in 2024

January 09, 2024 10:00 - 51 minutes - 82.6 MB

Join host Paul Spain (Gorilla Technology), David McDonald (BeingAI) and Justin Flitter (NewZealand.AI), for a great discussion on maximising the impact of Artificial Intelligence in New Zealand for 2024. They look at the evolving user experience, the potential for New Zealand to lead in AI innovation, education, and the need for informed decision-making in adopting AI technology.

Transforming the food supply chain with Olam Mindsprint's Amit Jain

January 02, 2024 09:00 - 15 minutes - 25.5 MB

In this episode Paul Spain is joined by Amit Jain, the head of SAP at Mindsprint, a part of OLAM, and one of the largest global food and agritech companies. They delve into the world of food and Agri-tech and look at the changing landscape of food supply chains and the impact of technology on farming practices, the importance of sustainability, and the role of technology in supporting smaller farmers.

Transformative Learning with Max Wessel - SAP

December 26, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 31.8 MB

Join host Paul Spain and Maxwell Wessel (SAP) as they discuss the future of learning and development in the tech industry. They delve into the evolving nature of technology and how it impacts learning, and the potential of AI in guiding personalized learning experiences. This episode offers valuable perspectives on the ever-changing landscape of learning and development in the tech industry.

2023 Crypto review and what's next with Easy Crypto

December 19, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 76.8 MB

Paul Spain recently sat down with guests Janine Grainger and Jamil Geor (Easy Crypto) to look at the crypto market in 2023 and what's on the horizon. They discuss the expanding use cases for digital assets, and the challenges and regulations in the crypto space. Plus Easy Crypto's new Wallet and it's security and recovery features as well as the launch of New Zealand's stablecoin NZDD.

Europe vs AI, Google cheeky AI video + latest from Snowflake

December 12, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes - 62 MB

Listen in as host Paul Spain and Regan Murphy (Snowflake) discuss the latest news in tech, including cyber-attacks on Nissan in Aust/NZ, delays at Auckland Airport, EU’s new AI regulations, Google’s cheeky Gemini AI video, and transparent wood. Plus a look at the latest developments from Snowflake.

Immersive Sporting Experiences with BestSeat360

December 05, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 90.4 MB

Join Paul Spain with guests Craig Meek and David Blair (BestSeat360) as they discuss the exhilaration that BestSeat360 brings to sporting events, most recently the Melbourne Cup. They also look at tech news from the week including : Zenno Astronautics launches into space Spark and Bluecurrent celebrate 1m IoT connections ChatGPT one year on Bride's mind-bending iPhone photo

Tech in Dairy Farming and Agriculture with Pete Morgan

November 28, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes - 94.9 MB

Join host Paul Spain and Pete Morgan (dairy farmer and consultant), as they explore the innovative ways that technology is helping the NZ dairy sector to improve efficiency, decision-making, and sustainability. From IoT devices and optimisation techniques to wearable technology for cows, Pete shares his insights and experiences in implementing these advancements on the farm. For more on NZ Agritech listen to: Ep648 Halter's Agritech Innovations with CEO Craig Piggott

OpenAI in crisis, AI in Education and Gaming, Biometrics during War

November 21, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 124 MB

Paul Spain is joined by Jordan Browne, Program Director and Ivan Khmel, Program Coordinator, as they discuss Media Design School's mission to produce industry-ready graduates and the growth of the gaming industry in New Zealand. They also discuss the recent departure of CEO Sam Altman for Open AI and the potential implications for the organization, plus: -New Governments promise for Tech companies - Should we be taxing streaming services? - Israel biometric data control during war time -...

Do you need a new iPhone? AI vs Christchurch Call - who wins?

November 14, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 93.1 MB

Join Paul Spain and tech journalist Bill Bennett as they delve into tech news from around the world including the Christchurch Call Summit, Aussie Ports vs Cybercriminals, Opus outage, Fortnight release hits highest internet peak in NZ, Actors to receive protection from AI, Epic vs Google, EU's call for Meta child protection measures, Apple's iPhone Pro max, Tesla Model Y + more Click the link to buy a Tesla and get up to $400 off and 90 days of Enhanced Autopilot https://ts.la/paul20354

What do Open AI’s announcements mean for you?

November 07, 2023 09:30 - 46 minutes - 75.1 MB

Join Paul Spain and Stephen Phillips (Snyk) as they discuss the latest from OpenAI and it's potential impact, One NZ to boost 5G network, Facial recognition AI effectiveness, Microsoft Copilot launches, Air BnB use AI to block potential party bookings, Amazon's new drones, California DMV suspend Cruise’s robotaxi permit, and more.

Aerospace Summit and Christchurch Innovation Expo Wrap-up

October 31, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 90.8 MB

On this special episode Paul Spain chats with the brilliant minds behind some exciting startups that featured at the New Zealand Aerospace Summit and the Christchurch Innovation Expo. Get insights from Michael Pervan of Aerosearch Ltd, Vanessa O'Brien and Karim Sabet of OrbViz, and Taylor Mauriohooho and Isaac Henderson of Droneshows as they share their innovative journey and vision for the future.

Pioneering Technology Solutions - Sam Daish, CTO - Blackpearl Group

October 24, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Join host Paul Spain and Sam Daish (Blackpearl Group) as they dive into the latest tech news and developments including, Spark acquisition of Adroit, Amazon's $1B Microsoft 365 deal, Internet services from space, Intel's 14th generation processors, Amazon and Microsoft team up with Indian authorities to crackdown on fake tech support operators, Starlink's battle with competitors, the disruption of the Ragnar Locker ransomware operation, plus a look into the Blackpearl Group and the success o...

The Latest in NZ Tech: Elections 2023, Cybersecurity warnings + more

October 17, 2023 09:30 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

Join Paul Spain and Brett Roberts as they discuss the New Zealand Election 2023, concerns about AI in policing, Hamas-Israel conflict impact on cyberattacks and social media's role in countering misinformation, Microsoft's takeover of Activision Blizzard, Google's safeguards for AI customers, and Singapore's passport-free initiative. plus a look at SaaStr Annual 2023 and more.

Digital Media in Political Campaigning - Ben Guerin

October 10, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 94.3 MB

Join host Paul Spain and guest Ben Guerin, Co-founder at Topham Guerin, as they discuss the power of media in political campaigns, technology's impact on politics, online communication, the future of social media and the evolving landscape of advertising in the digital age. Plus NZ’s Letterboxd sells majority stake and a look at Auckland Transport Cyber-attacks.

Space for All - Eric Dahlstrom and Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom

October 03, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Paul Spain recently sat down with Eric Dahlstrom and Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, Co-founders of SpaceBase and this year’s Kea Friend of New Zealand Award winners. Eric and Emeline shared how technological breakthroughs are intricately tied to the space industry, and how SpaceBase, an initiative focused on catalyzing ecosystems in developing and emerging countries is helping to ensure no one gets left behind. Listen in and find out how you could be part of New Zealand's space industry. SpaceBas...

Jonathan Reichental: Building Smart and Sustainable Communities

September 26, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Jonathan Reichental, renowned professor and expert in the field of innovation and technology, joins host Paul Spain as they discuss designing city spaces, the future of transportation, and new challenges to overcome. Jonathan shares his expertise and vision for a smarter, safer, and more sustainable future. Visit reichental.com to learn more about Jonathan.

John-Daniel Trask, Raygun - Revolutionising Software Monitoring

September 19, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 58 MB

Host Paul Spain is joined by JD Trask Co-Founder and CEO of Raygun, as they discuss the journey of Raygun from humble beginnings to becoming a major player in the tech industry supporting thousands of organisations globally. JD shares valuable insights into the challenges faced by tech companies and the importance of resilience and innovation in overcoming them.

Innovation Takes Flight with Wisk's Autonomous Urban Aircrafts

September 12, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

In this episode host Paul Spain is joined by Catherine MacGowan, Wisk Aero Asia Pacific Regional Director to discuss the exciting advancements into autonomous aircraft. Catherine shares insights into Wisk’s Generation 6 aircraft, and working alongside regulatory authorities, to ensure stringent safety standards. They also discuss the potential for New Zealand as a testing ground and investment hub for these technologies. Join us as we explore the future of advanced mobility in urban spaces, ...

Innovative Forces: Unravelling Canterbury’s Tech Secrets

September 06, 2023 09:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

Paul Spain is joined by Louisa Taylor, General Manager of Canterbury Tech, as they discuss the Canterbury Tech Summit, which marked the start of Innovate Ōtautahi Week, along with the upcoming Innovation Expo and Aerospace Summit. Louisa shares about some of the great Tech companies in Canterbury including Lumin, Matomo, Ministry of Awesome, oVRcome, Grid Share NZ and many more, as well as what goes into making a successful Tech event. Tune in to discover the factors that have contributed to...

The Evolution of AI - Greg Cross, CEO of Soul Machines

August 29, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53 MB

In this episode, host Paul Spain is joined by Greg Cross, CEO of Soul Machines, as they explore the world of AI and its impact on industries like healthcare and entertainment and the creation of immersive fan experiences. Greg shares insights on Soul Machines research in creating digital twins of celebrities and personalized fan engagement. Plus tech news from the week including: Musk’s demo drive of Tesla's latest full self-drive (FSD) India’s successful moon landing CloudNordic's Rans...

Halter's Agritech Innovations with CEO Craig Piggott

August 22, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Paul Spain is joined by Craig Piggott, CEO of Halter, as they delve into Halters journey as a start-up, and the secrets to building a high-performance team in the Kiwi tech industry. They also discuss how Halter's innovative technology is helping solve some of the challenges that the NZ agricultural sector are facing.

Acquisitions, AI Cocktails and Galactic Thrills

August 15, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MB

In this episode host Paul Spain is joined by Harry Flett (Tracksuit) to discuss Microsoft's recent clearance to acquire Activision, One NZ’s violation of the Fair Trading Act resulting in a $3.675 million fine, Supermarket chatbot’s deadly recipes. They also discuss 2degrees satellite trials and Virgin Galactic’s first space tourists. Plus insights into the fast growing SaaS startup Tracksuit, and the importance of investing in brand to create future demand.

Will China's next generation techies rule the world?

August 08, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

Join tech journalist Bill Bennett and host Paul Spain as they discuss the latest tech news, including NZ's Airspace Integration Trials with Wisk, Concern for using AI to combat text scams, One NZ's eSIMs for wearables, China's move to limit minors' phone usage and UNESCO's advice to ban smartphones in school, Zoom asks staff to return to the office, plus the much-anticipated showdown between tech titans Musk and Zuckerberg.

AI Innovation and ElementX

August 01, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MB

Join Paul Spain and Daniel Xu, CEO and Co-founder of ElementX, as they discuss how innovations in AI are helping developers stay productive, and enhance the customer service experience. They also delve into tech news from the week, including: Meta Threads sees drop in users Waymo's self-driving trucks comes to a halt Tech firms partner to release open map dataset Meta subsidiaries to pay $14 million in Australian court order Mondee travel booking now with AI chatbot and mobile App Rob...

Sarah Wood - CEO realestate.co.nz + Tech News of the week

July 25, 2023 21:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

Join Paul Spain and guest Sarah Wood, CEO of realestate.co.nz as they discuss realestate.co.nz innovative steps to improve customer experience through a mobile app launch, AI tools and improved data analytics. They also look into Tech news from the week including: Aotearoa Aerospace Academy Surveillance tracking system concerns Chatbot launched helps tenants and landlords Twitter's rebrand to X Data Regulation Challenges Airline phone scams through Google listed numbers Is Microsoft 3...

NZ Tech on the Global Stage + more - James Sampson CEO of FileInvite

July 18, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

Join Paul Spain and James Sampson CEO of FileInvite, as they discuss data privacy practices and protecting against cybersecurity breaches with FileInvite. Plus the latest tech news, including: Acquisition of Serato Sparks 5G standalone update India's moon mission The rise and drop-off of Threads Tesla, Twitter collaborations with xAI Russian state TV gets hacked Dukaan CEO replaces 90% of staff with AI chatbot

Solving NZ banking scams + Meta Threads vs Twitter

July 11, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MB

Paul Spain and Justin Soong Founder of Authsignal, discuss pressing issues of banking scams and the evolving landscape of social media, plus the latest in tech news, including: Meta Threads vs Twitter Hope for diabetic 'life-changing' tech funding in NZ Canada's Online News Act Bill repercussions Yearly public cloud revenue reaches half a trillion dollars How Authsignal are helping businesses stay secure

Environmental Monitoring with IoT, Ministry of Education AI Guidance + more

July 04, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

Join Paul Spain and Ulrich Frerk, the founder of Adroit, as they delve into the incredible potential of sensor networks, real-time data collection, and AI tools in improving data analysis and implementation here in New Zealand. Plus tech news from around the world including: NZ Ministry of Education on generative AI for educators Quantum Computing breakthrough for Google? Recent MOVEit cyber-attacks on PWC and EY Twitter limits amount of tweets users can read Tech firms criticise EU’s A...

Janine Grainger - IBM Hi-Tech Inspiring Individual of the Year 2023

July 03, 2023 01:30 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

On this special NZ Hi-Tech Award Winners episode, host Paul Spain is joined by Janine Grainger Co-Founder and CEO of Easy Crypto and this year’s Hi-Tech Inspiring Individual of the year. Janine shares about the challenges faced by the crypto industry, her pride in the team and culture at Easy Crypto and what motivates and inspires her to continue to be a great leader and champion for the blockchain industry.

Sue and Guy Haddleton - 2023 Flying Kiwi Award

July 01, 2023 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

On this special Hi-Tech Award Winners episode, we listen to Guy Haddleton’s acceptance speech for the Tait Communications Flying Kiwi Award on behalf of himself and his late wife Sue. Guy shares valuable insights and experiences from their extraordinary journey over the last 30 years through the landscape of Technology - from small beginnings to global tech companies, making the most of opportunities, and the importance of people and building winning teams.

Cin7 - 2023 PwC NZ Hi-Tech Company of the Year

June 30, 2023 00:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

On this special NZ Hi-Tech Award Winners episode, host Paul Spain sits down with David Leach, CEO of Cin7, the winner of this year’s prestigious PwC NZ Hi-Tech Company of the Year Award. Join them as they delve into the story behind Cin7's remarkable achievement, exploring their approach to setting clear goals, scaling the business, and a strong company culture.

ZeroJet - 2023 Punakaiki Fund Hi-Tech Startup Company of the year

June 28, 2023 21:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

On this special NZ Hi-Tech Award Winners episode host Paul Spain is joined by Bex Rempel, co-founder and CEO of ZeroJet - winner of this year’s Punakaiki Fund Hi-Tech Startup Company of the year award. Bex shares fascinating insights into the development of their electric jet propulsion systems, the challenges they have faced, and the exciting potential of electric engines in the boating industry.

Celebrating Success: Insights from the NZ High-Tech Awards 2023 with David Downs

June 27, 2023 23:30 - 10 minutes - 9.24 MB

Join us on this special episode as David Downs, Chairman of the High-Tech Trust joins host Paul Spain to discuss the highlights from this year’s NZ High-Tech Awards and celebrate the growth and diversity of the Tech sector in New Zealand. Watch out for more episodes over the next week as we chat with some of the winners of the 2023 NZ Hi-Tech Awards.

Cybersecurity Authentication with Alex Wilson and Stephen Phillips

June 20, 2023 08:30 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MB

Paul Spain is joined by guests Alex Wilson (Yubico) and Stephen Phillips (Snyk) to discuss the current state of security measures in technology, including the best ways to protect against identity theft and phishing attacks, and the impact of recent cyber-attacks. They also share their thoughts on the use of hardware-backed security keys, password managers, and biometrics as authentication factors. The episode concludes with advice for individuals and larger organizations on how to ensure th...

Can Apple make Augmented Reality something we all buy?

June 13, 2023 09:30 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

On this episode of NZ Tech Podcast, host Paul Spain is joined by guest Darrell Webster of Modern Work Mentor to discuss Apples latest developments including Apple Vision Pro - the latest virtual/augmented reality headset and 15” MacBook Air. They also discuss United Airlines' in-flight entertainment upgrades, Rocket Lab's acquisition of Virgin Orbit's key assets, NZ national space policy, EU’s investment into tech innovation, Microsoft 365’s AI capabilities for Copilot and more.

Disrupting Hollywood: Inside a $2B Market Shift

June 06, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MB

In the last decade there has been massive changes in media, technology and connectivity. Paul Spain and Matthew Jackson (Alimentary Systems) delve into disruptive technologies and how they challenge existing market norms and give rise to new consumer behaviours. They also discuss the barriers to innovation in New Zealand and being willing to take risks to stay ahead of the curve.

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