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Q&A: Do we need a minister for misinformation?

Does NZ need a "Minister for Misinformation"? An expert discusses our big tech worries.

Is TikTok more of a parenting problem than a security threat?

New York Times: Intelligence agencies don't see it as a major issue along lines of Huawei.

Twitter makes a play for TikTok

Trump's executive order to knee-cap Twitter and Facebook quietly peters out.

Free digital health checks for schools ahead of online exams

Crown agency will check speed, security, whether students can access unauthorised sites.

Does Waikato have better odds for economic recovery?

If Waikato Inc is right about a W-shaped economic recovery, a steep drop is ahead.

Lights in the sky: Starlink satellites spotted over NZ

The satellites are part of SpaceX's planned internet satellite constellation system.

Liam Dann: Why Key's grim financial crisis call is a timely warning

Sir John Key has warned we face a financial crisis. Is he right? And what would that mean?

Ella Jensen: Embracing tech to reduce the farming footprint

It is time to re-open a nation-wide dialogue on the use of genetic technologies.

Is TikTok a good buy? It depends on what's included

New York Times: TikTok's most valuable assets may not be as easy to acquire.

Food safety has got complicated. Can our mobile phones change that?

Comment: There are no silver bullets when it comes to food safety.

Trump's 'mafia shakedown' of TikTok will ripple through tech industry

Trump's 'strongman' demand for money from sale raises eyebrows.

Tauranga brothers' software company sells for more than $100m

US giant Intuit swoops.

Waikato landlord a major rent benefactor in Covid-19

Shy Waikato landlord gives tech companies substantial hand up during virus.

Watch: 2degrees brings back Rhys Darby

Back to the future as the telco plays catch-up on the landline market.

For robots, it's a time to shine (and maybe disinfect)

New York Times: Cleaning moments are having a moment.

Report into ComCom security breach finds blame on both sides

Regulator and burglary victim 'Contractor C' both fell short.