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How to stand out in the world of AI slop

My careers brand founder Craig McAlpine explains how to stand out in a world of AI. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Ardern breaks social media silence to share new life abroad

She also oversees a $5.1m Matariki Fund targeting cervical cancer in the Pacific.

Anthropic sues Pentagon over being labelled a national security risk

Anthropic alleges the US government is punishing it for its stance on AI limits.

Kiwis among those procuring perverted new bespoke livestreamed child sex assaults

NZ is a key 'demand side' country for predators who want to 'direct' child abuse online.

Why a mysterious AI voice with a NZ accent has been cold-calling Kiwis

Many people said they "swiftly blocked" the number after receiving a call from "Ben".

US military relying on AI as tool to speed Iran operations

It highlights the emerging technology’s growing role in warfare.

Forsyth Barr: How war in the Middle East is rattling the global markets

Forsyth Barr's Aaron Ibbotson reveals how war and AI are shaping the global markets. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Ben Goodger: The Kiwi behind ChatGPT's new AI browser

For the third time in his career, the ex-Aucklander is driving a web browser revolution.

AI offers free 'trusted' health, NZ start-up raises $4.5m from US politician – Tech Insider

Heidi Evidence lets Kiwis seek ad-free, sourced medical advice without logging in.

Chorus confirms guidance for record dividend as it returns to first-half profit

Bumper profit payout in the works - in sharp constrast to its old stablemate.

Robot runner: Using AI to plan your half-marathon training

The AI coach targets a cut from 1h 55m to 1h 40m in April's half-marathon.

Mercury boss Stew Hamilton on how hydro, wind and geothermal power stack up

Mercury CEO Stew Hamilton discusses the country's setup with hydro, wind, and geothermal energy.