New ZealandIn crisis, Kiwis are more likely to trust expertsWe're more likely to trust experts now. Chief science advisor Juliet Gerrard explains why.01 Apr 09:32 PM
BusinessZoom flaw lets a hacker take control of a victim's webcam, microphoneMore controversy for the wildly-popular video chat tool.01 Apr 06:53 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhy is PM using Zoom amid sharp questions about its security?Zoom has surged in popularity, with NZ's top politicians among its new users.01 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandCan smartphones help NZ stop Covid-19 spread?One of the most powerful weapons we have against Covid-19 may be found in our own pockets.01 Apr 05:30 AM
EconomyHow to invest in the bear market - winners and losersThe investing landscape just changed radically; Pie Funds CEO Mike Taylor on how we adapt.01 Apr 04:48 AM
TechnologyWhat would the world have looked like if the pandemic hit in 2005?Smartphones didn't exist, video calling was basic at best.01 Apr 04:42 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessChorus, ISPs split on best way to connect students with no broadbandChorus says it will waive wholesale charges for around 50,000 students for six months.31 Mar 08:56 PM
BusinessNZ broadband use pulls back from the brink - but online learning surge to comeChorus shares have recently hit an all-time high.31 Mar 06:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJuha SaarinenJuha Saarinen: New Medtech - Iron fist in a latex glove?World's top brains making tools to fight virus but reliability is life and death.31 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessConcerns grow over Zoom app's securityExperts warn against using Zoom as a means to hold virtual meetings.29 Mar 10:10 PM
BusinessNCEA online-learning service made free for lockdown, 1000 teachers sign on to new platformOtago Boys' High School teacher turned entrepreneur chips in.28 Mar 11:06 PM
Lifestyle'Loophole' for people to drink with their matesCamilla, Duchess of Cornwall has even made use of it.28 Mar 07:32 PM
BusinessBroadband traffic keeps rising - getting closer to ceilingInternet use up a third - and still climbing27 Mar 08:51 PM
BusinessCovid-19: Vodafone responds to disgruntled rural usersTelco suggests avoiding video and music streaming services, among other measures.27 Mar 06:29 PM
PremiumPremiumTelecommunicationsState of the telcos - lockdown teething issues will pass, but two broader problems persistRural misses out. Govt sees low-tech online learning solution for 211K low-income homes.27 Mar 04:37 AM
BusinessBroadband traffic hits new record - and gets closer to ceilingA new peak as Chorus issues a positive update to the stock exchange.26 Mar 08:35 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAs others suspend guidance, Chorus reaffirmsFieldwork suspended including many UFB connections. Telco stocks emerge as safe-haven.26 Mar 08:02 PM
TelecommunicationsSpark, Vodafone, 2degrees opening 'no-contact' stores - with secret squirrel proceduresSecret squirrel procedures.26 Mar 07:41 PM
BusinessMore Vodafone broadband problems as Chorus clocks record daytime data useConnectivity convulsions as New Zealand adjusts to the lockdown.26 Mar 04:50 AM
BusinessThe dos and don'ts of online video meetingsNew York Times: How to make video calls more tolerable for you and your colleagues.26 Mar 01:21 AM
EmploymentLockdown angst: How to survive working from home with kidsSo you've got some new "helpers". Here's how to manage them and still get some work done.26 Mar 12:38 AM
BusinessCoronavirus: Entrepreneurs set up support, volunteer networksAdvice on tap from the likes of Charlies founder Stefan Lepionka and Annah Stretton.25 Mar 11:31 PM
Media and marketingNZ broadband load eases as Netflix takes actionNetflix has been forced to respond to massive spike in demand.25 Mar 08:45 PM
New ZealandVodafone internet back online after faults ahead of coronavirus lockdownVodafone's boss said the fault has been fixed.25 Mar 07:59 AM
BusinessFacebook 'just trying to keep the lights on' as traffic soars in pandemicNew York Times:The social network is straining to deal with skyrocketing usage.25 Mar 12:43 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: 'Sophisticated' scammers target remote workersHackers are crafting sophisticated attacks against Kiwis working from home.24 Mar 11:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJuha SaarinenJuha Saarinen: Online services must be robust during pandemicsIt's a safe bet online shopping will soon be different - and better.24 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Racial divide' in speech-recognition systemsNew York Times: Research shows technology misidentified words from people who were black.24 Mar 04:00 AM
WorldCovid-19: Europe eyes smartphone location data to stem Coronavirus spreadPhone data used to pinpoint virus carriers and people they might have infected.24 Mar 12:44 AM
TelecommunicationsChorus: The shields are holdingNetwork operator reports escalating broadband use.23 Mar 08:40 PM
EmploymentWorking from home: The best video chat solutions and tipsWhat companies are picking. Plus: top tips for better video conferencing.23 Mar 08:02 PM
BusinessCan virus NZ victims' movements be tracked via their phones? Privacy Commissioner's verdictThe situation in NZ is pretty black and white.23 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessSpark asks people to use internet apps as call overloading continues for all telcosCalling volumes surge 350 per cent, overwhelming Spark, Vodafone and 2degrees.23 Mar 03:48 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: NZ hospitals could treble ICU capacity to meet Covid-19 surgeNZ hospitals racing to treble ICU capacity against threat of a Covid-19 patient overload.23 Mar 01:14 AM
