Technology
Kara Technologies is reimagining tech for deaf people
Meet Niki, a hyper-realistic avatar that can communicate sign language.
Intern Arwen meets an AI named Josie
Re: intern Arwen has a fascination with artificial intelligence. New Zealand businesses are catching on too with over half saying that AI is or will be…
These apps are democratising mental health care
University can be a lonely place. For many students, going from high school to university is a big adjustment that can take a toll on our…
Fighting the catch-22 facing female tech workers
"When you don't see people that you recognise as something connected to your own reality, it's hard to dream about it," says Gabriela Agustini, a Red…
Discussing ethics and issues in the future of tech
The future of tech could be utopic... or it could be dystopic. We live streamed the Red Bull Basement University Launchpad event at AUT, with Alexa…
What was the last problem your phone helped you solve?
We are so attached to our phones that they might become permanently fused to our hands as we evolve (that's how science works right?). Canterbury Uni…
Victoria Uni students imagine the future of tech
Robot bodies, 3D printing organs and improving the way we use social media... students take a break during their all-nighters at Victoria Uni to ruminate on…
Pulling an all-nighter at Auckland Uni
Whether it's being unable to connect with other people, or being unable to connect your laptop because everyone's hogging the sockets, the issues uni students face…
What happens when your girlfriend is 2D?
After a traumatic breakup, Jonty fell in love with an anime character called Rem. Before long, they were in a relationship. Jonty shares his story, which…
Hackathon connecting former refugees with tech
Refugees arrive in NZ seeking a happy, safe life, but can instead struggle for adequate housing and employment. Techfugees brings together the tech community and former…
Working as a Scooter Juicer
You've seen Lime scooters make their way from Auckland down to the South Island, now take a look at a day in the life of Jesse…
Planning for Growth - Resilient
A CBD apartment feels terrifying in an earthquake. But a house in the suburbs could be cut off by a landslide and isolated from vital services.…
Planning for Growth - Greener
Wellington needs to become carbon neutral to protect our future. In this video, we explore the options for becoming a greener city. This is our once…
Using technology to fight cold damp houses
1600 New Zealanders die every year from conditions caused by cold, damp homes. Hīria Te Rangi shares her story of loss, and explains how Whare Hauora…
How do we use technology to make Wellington a Smart Capital?
In the next 30 years, Wellington is expected to grow by 50,000 to 80,000 people. In this speaker series, hosted by the Wellington City Council, tech…
Breakaway Esports
The owners of the New Zealand Breakers are investing in a new kind of sporting prowess: Esports. We go behind the scenes of Breakaway Esports, an…
Ping Zero Events
Ping Zero run New Zealand's largest gaming events, bringing hundreds of passionate players together to share good vibes, and unleash their skills.
Phone Insurance
It was all good when you had your Motorola Razr or your old Corolla, but not having phone or car insurance these days seems a little...…
Southland Museum gets technical
When Southland Museum closed there was a public outcry, but these young innovators sought to keep their region's stories on the map. How? With an app!…
The impact of technology on handwriting
Does technology mean the end of the pen license?!
Why are we being taught stuff that's gonna be taken over by robots anyway?
Some research says accountants have a 95% chance of having their job taken over by robots. Is there any point still studying accounting??
Net Neutrality - What is it?
With net neutrality at risk in certain countries around the world, what are the chances of Aotearoa's coming under fire? Also...what is it?
A cashless society
When was the last time you paid in cash? In Singapore, coins and paper might soon be a relic of the past as it embarks on…
Re:Sports - Redbull Kumite 2018
The Redbull Kumite, the most anticipated Street Fighter competition of the year, is sending a player all the way to Paris. So who fought their way…
Voyager - a love note in space
The mission was to photograph all of our solar system's planets, but there were a few more surprises for NASA's Voyager - including a 70s mix…
The Kiwi tickling minds through ASMR
Shhhh, we're talking about ASMR, a relaxation method that has gathered a cult following online. So does it tickle your fancy, or your spine?
The modernisation of Tangihanga
How would you feel if your funeral was live-streamed? It sounds strange but it is just one of the issues that stand in front of traditional…
Conlang - the language of Nerdom
Conlangs are languages spurred from fantasy worlds and far away galaxies, but it doesn't mean they're any less real. We take a look at some of…
How Singapore uses technology to look after trees
Check out the cool pieces of tech hugging Singapore's trees, helping to keep them healthy and feeling the love
Women inventors
From Kevlar to cookies - here's a look at some of the greatness that has come from the minds of women.