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nz businesses urged to address ai risks in wake of australian ban

NZ businesses urged to address AI risks in wake of Australian ban

Photo source: FMT New Zealand finds itself at a critical moment, with the recent ban on ChatGPT in Australia having sparked...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 01 Nov 2024 | 3 min read
auditor general initiates inquiry into conflicts of interest in fast track projects

Auditor-General initiates inquiry into conflicts of interest in fast-track projects

The Auditor-General of New Zealand, John Ryan, has announced an inquiry into how ministers managed conflicts of interest regarding fast-tracked...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 01 Nov 2024 | 2 min read
netflix's moments feature makes sharing clips easier than ever

Netflix’s moments feature makes sharing clips easier than ever

Netflix has introduced a new feature called "Moments," which is designed to enhance user engagement by allowing viewers to save...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 01 Nov 2024 | 2 min read
health nz under fire for its extravagant spending on catering

Health NZ under fire for its extravagant spending on catering

Health NZ is facing scrutiny following revelations of substantial catering expenses incurred during recent conferences. The organisation confirmed that it...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 01 Nov 2024 | 2 min read
red meat prices show signs of recovery

Red meat prices show signs of recovery

Red meat prices are showing signs of recovery, according to Dan Boulton, the chief executive of Silver Fern Farms. Boulton noted...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 01 Nov 2024 | 2 min read
cedaw

CEDAW launches General Recommendation 40 for women’s leadership parity

Image Resource: Chelsi Peter The United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) took a monumental step on...

By Nicole Valdez | 01 Nov 2024 | 5 min read
nzbreastcancer

New Zealand government expands breast cancer screening to women up to age 74

Starting today, the New Zealand government has implemented a major change to its breast cancer screening programme, offering free screenings...

By Nicole Valdez | 31 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
retailpay

Retailers in New Zealand express frustration over rising merchant fees

Image Resource: Ivan Samkov Many retailers in New Zealand are increasingly frustrated by soaring merchant fees, particularly those linked to contactless...

By Nicole Valdez | 31 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
trump and harris

The 2024 US presidential election: Everything you need to know

Image source: FMT The 2024 US presidential election, one of the most divisive, pivotal, and unique election cycles the US has...

By Liam Foster | 31 Oct 2024 | 13 min read
essentialgoods

New Zealand faces rising cost of living crisis as essential goods prices surge

Image Resource: Michael Burrows According to recent consumer price index data, New Zealand has experienced an alarming rise in the cost...

By Nicole Valdez | 31 Oct 2024 | 3 min read
government to implement self certification for trusted builders

Government to implement self-certification for trusted builders

The government is set to introduce a new self-certification scheme for building professionals with indemnity insurance. This initiative aims to...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 31 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
flybuys

Last day for customers to collect points on Flybuys

Today is the last day to collect points on Flybuys. One of the country's longest-running loyalty schemes, which started in September...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 31 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
ai

LinkedIn offers free access to AI courses until year-end

Image Resource: Tara Winstead LinkedIn, the global professional networking platform, is offering free access to over 20 AI courses and certifications...

By Nicole Valdez | 31 Oct 2024 | 4 min read
joblosses

Auckland job losses exceed 10,000 in a year, Stats NZ reports

Image Resource: Anna Shvets Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, is facing a serious employment crisis, with recent data from Statistics New...

By Nicole Valdez | 31 Oct 2024 | 3 min read
openai

OpenAI launches ChatGPT desktop app for Windows

Image Resource: Hatice Baran OpenAI has released a ChatGPT desktop application for Windows. The launch of the app is announced in...

By Nicole Valdez | 31 Oct 2024 | 3 min read
nz post service adjustments proposed as mail volumes drop

NZ Post service adjustments proposed as mail volumes drop

New Zealand is experiencing a sharp decline in mail usage, with the Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment (MBIE) reporting...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 30 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
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