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NZ Tech Podcast

NZ Tech Podcast

Hosted by Paul Spain

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Episodes

200

Latest episode

Aug 2026

Language

EN

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Each episode, Paul Spain and guests discuss what's happening in the world of technology, gadgets and telecommunications around the world and in New Zealand.

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August 11, 202654 min

Keeping Kids Safe Online: The Safe Surfer Story

Paul Spain sits down with Rory Birkbeck, co-founder of Safe Surfer, to explore the urgent challenges of keeping young people safe online. Hear about Safe Surfer’s journey from startup to scale-up, their pioneering tech for families, and a partnership with Samsung for kid-safe devices. Discover eye-opening statistics on online harm, the complexities of digital safety, and why transparency and innovation are crucial for the next generation’s digital wellbeing. This conversation is packed with valuable perspectives on navigating the digital world safely and responsibly.Keeping Safe on the Web with Kyle the Kingfish – Safe SurferParent Resources-thelightprojectA big thank you to our show partners: One NZ, Spark, PwC, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet, and Gorilla Technology.

August 4, 20261 hr 0 min

Navigating AI, Privacy, and Innovation: Insights from Nyssa Waters

Hear from Paul Spain and Nyssa Waters, founder and CEO of Possibl.ai and RCRT, as they discuss the opportunities and challenges of AI adoption, touching on privacy, ethics, and data sovereignty. Nyssa Waters shares her own journey of launching Possibl.ai and RCRT, offering insider perspectives on how businesses can harness AI for innovation and growth. Plus, the latest in tech news including: Rocket Lab's major US Space Force contract and expansion in Alaska EFTPOS NZ's biometric payment terminals Robotaxis operating without steering wheels US bans on foreign-manufactured robots EU debate over the cost and risks of replacing Huawei equipment AI-model cybersecurity breaches continue Coldcard Bitcoin wallet software vulnerability and resulting theft Revved: New Zealand Business & Leadership Summit and more Special thanks to our show partners: Fortinet, Workday, Spark New Zealand, One New Zealand, 2degrees, PwC New Zealand and Gorilla Technology.

July 28, 202655 min

How to unlock AI in your company - PwC’s Scott McLiver

Host Paul Spain sits down with Scott McLiver, partner and Chief AI Officer at PwC New Zealand, to explore how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming business. Scott shares insights from his frontline experience helping organisations adapt to AI, emphasising the importance of leadership, practical adoption strategies, and upskilling teams to unlock real productivity gains. Plus, the latest in tech news and developments including:• Revved: New Zealand Business & Leadership Summit• Spark signals potential business sale as it splits into two• Taumarunui earthquake mobile phone warnings• Hackers hijack hotel Wi-Fi DNS to steal Microsoft 365 accounts• Hugging Face hacked by rogue AI agent• American’s push back against Flock Cameras• White House intervention on AI models• A look at Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 and moreThanks to our partners: Fortinet, One NZ, Workday, 2degrees, Spark, PwC New Zealand, and Gorilla Technology.

July 21, 20261 hr 14 min

Tend’s Josh Robb: AI, Cybersecurity, and Healthcare Transformation

Host Paul Spain is joined by Josh Robb, Co-Founder and COO of Tend Health, for an in-depth look at how Tend Health is transforming primary healthcare in New Zealand through digital innovation, AI-powered clinical tools, and the challenges and opportunities of integrating traditional medical centres into a modern, connected care network.Paul and Josh also explore the latest tech news, including:• The rise of maritime drones for surveillance and defence• Skyroot's launch marks a new era for the Indian space industry• SpaceX's sharp decline in share price• An AWS glitch delivers a trillion-dollar surprise in estimated cloud bills• Japan's massive sovereign investment in AI infrastructure• Microsoft's major patch update, and moreA big thank you to our show partners: One NZ, Spark, PwC, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet, and Gorilla Technology.

July 14, 20261 hr 5 min

Navigating AI Trust and Transformation: Insights from One NZ’s Neeharika Chowdhary

Join host Paul Spain and Neeharika Chowdhary, General Manager of AI and Data Products at One New Zealand. Neeharika shares insights from the recently released 2026 AI Trust Report and discusses how AI is being deployed at scale to enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and accelerate innovation.Discover how One NZ is approaching AI adoption, building trust, and unlocking new opportunities for customers, employees, and businesses across New Zealand.Plus the latest tech news including:Trade Me joins Tech NZ’s online scams codeNZ Government chooses regulation over crypto ATM banNew York becomes first US state to ban smart glassesThe fight to stop 3D-printed “ghost guns”Apple files lawsuit against OpenAI over trade secret claimsSpecial thanks to our show partners: Fortinet, Workday, Spark New Zealand, One New Zealand, 2degrees, PwC New Zealand and Gorilla Technology.

July 7, 202646 min

Self-driving EVs, AI Shoppers, Data Centres, and the Future of Finance

Host Paul Spain is joined by Ben Rose, Head of Financial Services at AA New Zealand. Together they discuss lessons from Money20/20 Bangkok, the rise of agentic commerce, stablecoins, digital finance and how AI is transforming financial services.They also delve into the latest tech news including:Google Maps' new Māori pronunciation updateTesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) v14 arrives in New ZealandUK High Court backs police use of live facial recognition.AI helps uncover a major vulnerability in ticketing platformNZ company CarbonScape secures investment and partnership with CATLInvest NZ's ambitions for large-scale data centre investmentThanks to our partners: Fortinet, One NZ, Workday, 2degrees, Spark, PwC New Zealand, and Gorilla Technology.

June 30, 202654 min

Atomic Tessellator: Will this startup shatter China’s rare earths monopoly?

In this episode, host Paul Spain chats with Alain Richardt, founder of Atomic Tessellator. Learn about Alain’s unconventional journey from global tech consultancy to bootstrapping world-class innovation from his living room and discover how this Kiwi deep tech startup is using AI and physics-based simulation to design new materials at the atomic level, before they are physically created.Plus, the latest in tech news including:Minister David Seymour urges Pharmac to use more AIRocket Lab Acquires Iridium in $14B Deal to Challenge StarlinkSpaceX plans mobile service to rival U.S. carriersGlobal “Operation Endgame” disrupts cybercrime assembly lineApple price hike due to memory costsAnthropic calls for action over alleged Alibaba Claude cloningA big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, PwC, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology.

June 23, 202642 min

Exploring AI Agents and the Future of SaaS with JD Trask

Join Paul Spain and JD Trask (Raygun & Autohive) as they dive deep into the future of AI, SaaS businesses, and the evolution innovation. Discover JD Trask’s journey from founding Raygun to launching Autohive, hands-on insights from adopting AI across teams, and candid commentary on innovation, risk, security, and growth in a rapidly changing tech landscape. Essential listening for anyone passionate about technology, entrepreneurship, and AI’s impact on business.Special thanks to our show partners: Fortinet, Workday, Spark New Zealand, One New Zealand, 2degrees, and Gorilla Technology.

June 16, 202653 min

Building Cyber Resilience with Fortinet’s Glenn Maiden

Host Paul Spain is joined by Glenn Maiden, Chief Security Officer at Fortinet and Director of Threat Intelligence Operations at FortiGuard Labs, Australia and New Zealand. Glenn brings invaluable insights into today’s rapidly evolving digital threat landscape with practical advice for organisations of all sizes on how to bolster cyber defences against current and future threats.Paul and Glenn also dive into the latest tech news including:TUANZ call for cross-party tech strategy for New Zealand’s digitalAnthropic Suspends latest AI Models Following US Security DirectiveSpaceX launches largest IPO in historyThe emergence of autonomous AI drones in warfareThanks to our partners: Fortinet, One NZ, Workday, 2degrees, Spark, PwC New Zealand, and Gorilla Technology.

June 9, 202644 min

The cost of AI, Scam Prevention, and Digitising Smell with Scentian Bio

Host Paul Spain sits down with Jonathan Good, Co-Founder and CEO of Scentian Bio, to dive into the "digitisation of smell and taste “and what it means for industries in New Zealand and beyond. Jonathan shares about the realities of fundraising both locally and abroad, and the challenges and opportunities of bringing cutting-edge chemical sensing technology to market.Plus, Paul and Jonathan explore the latest tech news, including:Health New Zealand’s Hybrid Cloud MigrationSpark’s Verified Call Feature Against ScamsWorkday’s Go Platform expands to NZ & AU2degrees’ Shaping Business Study 2026Is AI More Expensive Than Humans?UN Report warns of the Environmental Impact of AIA big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology.

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