NZ Tech Podcast

Host Paul Spain is joined by Jens Anders (Samsung NZ) as they delve into the exciting and ever-evolving world of technology. They discuss the expansive product portfolio Jens oversees at Samsung New Zealand, including everything from mobile phones to home appliances and more. They also dive into tech news, exploring topics like AI regulation, online safety, Military AI and the impact of technology in healthcare. Plus, privacy issues for travellers to the US, and Meta's legal dramas. Join us as we navigate these subjects and discover how technology is shaping our lives today.

Special thanks to our show partners 2degrees, One New Zealand, Spark New Zealand, HP and Gorilla Technology.

Join host Paul Spain and Grant Straker, CEO of Straker.AI, as Grant shares insights into Straker's journey from building early websites to a leading provider of AI-driven content automation, verification, and translation services. With operations spanning ten countries and more than 150 staff, Straker's innovative approach leverages both human and machine collaboration to navigate the complexities of AI.

Join us as we discuss Straker's commitment to innovation and how they are pioneering technologies that are shaping the future of translation and AI verification.

Thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Hear from host Paul Spain and business advisor Jason Langley, as Jason shares insights into business leadership, reflecting on his experiences and evolving role as an independent business advisor. They also delve into various topics and tech news including:

• 2degrees and Spark satellite-to-mobile news
• Ambitious plans for a power cable linking New Zealand and Australia
• Allstate car insurer sued for tracking drivers
• Webcam and IOT vulnerabilities
• Auckland's EV Vandalism
• Skinny's AI brand Ambassador

A big Thanks to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Join Paul Spain and Ryan Ashton (A Few Quiet Yarns - AFQY) as they delve into the dynamic landscape of AI, autonomous driving technology, and the MWC 2025. They look autonomous vehicles and Kiwi-founded Wayve's expansion in Europe, Meta’s apology for Instagram feeds displaying graphic content, the Mobile World Congress 2025 and the evolving role of AI in areas like browsing, mobile networks and the latest Samsung Galaxy S25 / S25 Ultra. They also shine the spotlight on the importance of showcasing innovation through events like the NZ High Tech Awards, Te Hapori Matihiko, the Māori Tech Awards, and AFQY gatherings. Tune in to hear insights on the New Zealand's tech ecosystem and beyond.

Special thanks to our show partners 2degrees, One NZ, Spark, HP and Gorilla Technology.

Host Paul Spain is joined by seasoned tech and telecommunications journalist Bill Bennett. Together, they dive into the evolving landscape of tech, telecommunications and media, including:

• Sky TV's potential loss of All Blacks rights to DZAN
• Robotics Plus acquired by Yamaha Motors
• Some Chinese apps blocked on MP devices
• Financial health of Spark and Chorus
• future of satellite and mobile networks.
• AI breach in NZ court name suppression law
• Microsoft AI partnership with Spark
• Kidnapping over cryptocurrency password
• UK’s order to access Apple’s encrypted user data

Special thanks to our show partners 2degrees, One NZ, Spark, HP and Gorilla Technology.