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A science revolution that began 30 years ago helped power NZ's smart Covid-19 response.

Real threats for virtual Apec

"Soft touch" NZ prepares to host Pacific Rim leaders.

UN: Technology in policing may reinforce racial bias

New York Times: Big data and AI tools may reproduce already existing biases in policing.

It's time for a digital detox. (You know you need it)

New York Times: Excessive screen time can be harmful to our well-being.

Wellington bus-goers snap up new iPhone app

iPhone users have downloaded the app 10,000 times since its release on Wednesday.

Designed to deceive: Do these people look real to you?

New York Times: These people may look familiar, but they do not exist.

The Kiwi company poised to make hay from Biden presidency

NZX-listed fleet-tracking company reports first-half result. CEO has hopes for Biden era.

Can we make our robots less biased than we are?

New York Times: AI developers want to end injustices in how technology is made and used.

The suitor who could head-off the Vocus IPO

Plus: What Vocus NZ is worth today - two different takes.

Kate MacNamara: What Ardern misses in hopes of tech rivers of gold

Technology sector is already New Zealand's third largest exporter.

No poster scan required - Auto check-ins trialled in Wgtn

People aren't scanning posters. A Ministry of Health partner trials a no-fuss alternative.

New fund wants to be the Sharesies of venture capital

Second index-style fund will tap into 100 startups.

Watch: Rocket Lab's first rocket retrieval launch

And a US billionaire stranded in NZ will send a gnome into space - all in a good cause.

Vocus to float its NZ business, which includes Orcon and Slingshot

Who could be in the frame if the IPO is headed-off by a trade sale.

NZ app maker: The real reason Apple halved its App Store commission

A local app maker welcomes the move - but is also wise to the politics behind it.

'Empowered women' key to global economic recovery - Sheryl Sandberg

Digital tools also vital for economic recovery, social media giant's COO says.