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Download Weekly: Five More Years Of Fibre Regulation
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 12:05 am | Bill Bennett
The Commerce Commission doesn't expect to deregulate fibre for at least the next five years. Spark and Chorus financial results show diverging fortunes. Tait's LMR public safety network moves to pilot stage. More >>
Study Confirms: Super Typhoon Carina Strengthened By Fossil Fuel-Charged Climate Change
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 12:04 am | World Weather Attribution
A new study by World Weather Attribution (WWA) found that Super Typhoon Carina (known internationally as Gaemi) was intensified by anthropogenic climate change—that is, climate change supercharged by emissions from the fossil fuel industry. More >>
2024 KiwiNet Awards Finalists: Turning Science Discoveries Into Innovative Real-World Solutions
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 12:04 am | KiwiNet
The 12th annual KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards honours 18 finalists who are transforming scientific discoveries into new technologies, businesses and real-world solutions. More >>
Nozomi Networks Collaborate With Mandiant To Deliver Comprehensive Solution For OT, IT & IoT Threat Detection & Response
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 12:03 am | Nozomi Networks
With the Nozomi TI Expansion Pack, Nozomi Networks customers now have the option to enrich Nozomi Networks threat intelligence with Mandiant Threat Intelligence to gain more comprehensive access to real-time information about threats to their IT, ... More >>
Rangitāne O Manawatū Become The First Indigenous Community To Name A Genome Sequence
Saturday, 14 September 2024, 11:54 pm | Plant And Food Research
Scientists have sequenced the critically threatened native plant swamp maire, to support conservation efforts. The genome is the first to be given a Te Reo Māori name by mana whenua. More >>
Apple Extends Satellite Messaging As IPhone 16 Announced
Saturday, 14 September 2024, 8:01 pm | Bill Bennett
A footnote in Apple's iPhone 16 launch suggests the company will extend its satellite services into messaging, but New Zealand is not in the initial plan. Connexa buys sites. 2degrees is first taxi off the the WiFi 7 rank. More >>
Kaikōura Dark Sky Trust Achieves Prestigious International Dark Sky Sanctuary Status
Friday, 13 September 2024, 7:40 pm | Kaikoura Dark Sky Trust
Filled with stars, celestial wonders, and a stunningly clear Milky Way it celebrates pristine dark skies that have a sky quality measuring on average 21.58 magnitude per square arcsecond (mag/arcsec²). More >>
James Dyson Award Winner’s Invention Designed To Improve Safety And Sustainable Practices Within Healthcare
Friday, 13 September 2024, 5:41 pm | James Dyson Award
‘Cap Snap’ is a medical multi-tool for crimp seal cap removal and ampoule breaking, which improves safety for healthcare staff and reduces medical waste going to landfill. More >>
$10m Funding Boost For UC Research Into Curbing Carbon
Friday, 13 September 2024, 5:00 pm | University of Canterbury
Innovative UC research aiming to remove megatonnes of carbon from the atmosphere each year has received a $10 million grant from the Government. More >>
Crustacean Celebrities Of Aotearoa New Zealand On Display At Ashburton Art Gallery And Museum
Friday, 13 September 2024, 3:52 pm | Ashburton Art Gallery
Mawhiti Tino Rawe | Clever Crustaceans is a playful exploration of the bizarre and diverse world of five marine crustaceans. More >>
Government Funding For Developing Fish Products In The Lab
Friday, 13 September 2024, 2:54 pm | Plant and Food Research
This technology has the potential to change the way we produce seafood and generate marine products (for example, marine collagen) through a technology known as cellular agriculture (CellAg). More >>
GNS Science Cuts Risk New Zealand’s International Reputation
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:09 am | New Zealand Association of Scientists
“Now is not the time to undermine the experts in New Zealand and the international partnerships that help us understand the hazards we face." More >>
In Survival Mode: 10 Years Of Citizen Science Shows Struggling Kākahi Population
Wednesday, 28 August 2024, 4:42 pm | Greater Wellington Te Pane Matua Taiao
Kākahi are struggling in the current environment; they are in survival mode. High sediment levels and poor water quality means all their energy is going into staying alive. More >>
New Zealand Scientist Will Head Body Advancing Light-Based Tech
Wednesday, 28 August 2024, 2:13 pm | University of Auckland
Simpson was elected as the 2025 vice president of the US-based SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics, which means she will serve as president-elect in 2026, and president in 2027. More >>
Changes To NZ’s Energy Sector – Expert Reaction
Tuesday, 27 August 2024, 5:37 pm | Science Media Centre
The Government is moving forward with new and previously announced changes to New Zealand’s energy sector. More >>
New Reports Highlight New Zealand’s Opportunity To Boost Climate Finance
Tuesday, 27 August 2024, 1:48 pm | Oxfam Aotearoa
Humanitarian agencies World Vision New Zealand and Oxfam Aotearoa, alongside the New Zealand Climate Action Network (NZCAN), have released two important climate finance reports today. More >>
Beefing Up Cattle Disease Detection Takes Students To France
Tuesday, 27 August 2024, 1:43 pm | University of Canterbury
A team of Kiwi students are taking their concept for a new device to detect a common infection in cattle to the world’s biggest synthetic biology competition. More >>
New Vessel To Study Undersea In The Hauraki Gulf
Monday, 26 August 2024, 2:11 pm | NIWA
The research is being done on behalf of Fisheries New Zealand and is supported by the Department of Conservation and Seafood New Zealand. It will focus on seafloor communities across reefs, sand and mud habitats in what is one of New Zealand’s ... More >>
New Data Reveals Water Literacy Of NZ, Gen Z Worst Offenders With Value/Behaviour Mismatch
Monday, 26 August 2024, 9:16 am | Finish
A recent research report by Finish has found that while Kiwis place water conservation as a high priority, we’re not walking the talk when it comes to our use of the precious resource, with 28% admitting they have ‘no idea’ how much water they ... More >>
Food For Thought: Study Reveals Dining And Drinking Etiquette Around The World
Monday, 26 August 2024, 8:56 am | Remitly
A new global study from Remitly, a trusted provider of digital financial services that transcend borders, has revealed some of the weird and wonderful dining and drinking etiquette from around the world. More >>
Volcanic Ash From Whakaari Halts Flights – Expert Reaction
Thursday, 22 August 2024, 3:32 pm | Science Media Centre
The Volcanic Alert Level for Whakaari was raised to Level 3 on 9 August 2024, and since then the volcano has experienced ongoing minor eruptive activity including ash emissions. Last week, GNS Science said a new vent had been detected on Whakaari/White ... More >>
Southern Boost For Online Safety With New Netsafe Office
Thursday, 22 August 2024, 12:54 pm | Netsafe
Netsafe, New Zealand's dedicated online safety charity, is opening a new South Island office in Dunedin. This expansion underscores Netsafe's commitment to enhancing digital safety and wellbeing across the motu, marking a significant milestone in its 25-year ... More >>
Shift In Antarctic Decision-Making Concerns Researchers
Thursday, 22 August 2024, 12:46 pm | University of Canterbury
Doctoral candidate Natasha Gardiner is lead author of a new paper that assesses the performance of Antarctic Treaty decision-making in a changing geopolitical and environmental climate. More >>
Australasian Organisations Are Missing Out On DMARC Email Domain Protection - SMX Study
Wednesday, 21 August 2024, 10:28 am | SMX
A study by SMX, the New Zealand email security specialist, shows that DMARC enforcement remains inconsistent among New Zealand and Australia’s largest public and private sector organisations, meaning many are vulnerable to spoofs, phishing scams and other ... More >>
Feeding Humanity Doesn’t Have To Cost The Earth
Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 5:48 pm | University of Auckland
A renowned scientist says ethical, abundant food systems that lasted successfully for thousands of years can be reintroduced again. More >>
RAD Unveils New Video Highlighting The Impact Of Corporate Laptop Donations In Bridging NZ’s Digital Divide
Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 2:35 pm | Recycle A Device
In New Zealand, over 300,000 laptops are purchased annually by businesses and government sectors, yet many are replaced after just 3-5 years. Meanwhile, more than 100,000 Kiwi students still lack access to a laptop, limiting their ability to participate ... More >>
APAC Organisations Increase Adoption Of AI/ML Solutions To Address Wide Range Of API Security Challenges
Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 2:02 pm | F 5
With APIs increasingly being the point of attack for cybercriminals, 17 per cent of A/NZ organisations have adopted AI/ML technologies to detect and mitigate sophisticated threats, such as broken object level authorisation and server-side request forgery. More >>
New Zealand’s First Earthworm eDNA Soil Test Paves The Way For Broader Agricultural Applications
Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 1:08 pm | Hill Labs
Hill Labs’ earthworm eDNA test measures environmental DNA (eDNA) – tiny traces of genetic material left behind as earthworms move through the soil. Existing methods to assess earthworm populations are labour-intensive and require specialist knowledge, ... More >>
Psyllid Peril To Potato Prosperity: Lincoln University Research Saves A Canterbury Crop Crisis
Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 12:47 pm | Lincoln University
Three years ago, 5% of Canterbury’s potatoes were being lost to a disease which threatened to shut down the industry. Now the pest responsible has been driven off thanks to Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki Lincoln University researchers. More >>
New Biosecurity Technology Protecting New Zealand Food Security
Monday, 19 August 2024, 9:02 pm | OnSide
Onside’s technology uses data from various sources to create an intricate map of rural interactions and potential disease pathways to support biosecurity management activity – making it easier and faster to detect and respond to outbreaks of pests ... More >>
Cutting-edge Research Vessel Arrives In Wellington
Monday, 19 August 2024, 4:02 pm | NIWA
It was immediately put to work on its maiden voyage, deploying Argo ocean temperature and salinity monitoring floats across the Atlantic and the western Pacific as it sailed down to New Zealand. More >>
Expanded Scholarship Programme To Grow On-the-ground Support For Farmers And Growers
Monday, 19 August 2024, 11:03 am | Ministry For Primary Industries
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is expanding a scholarship programme for tertiary students as part of its efforts to boost on-the-ground support for farmers and growers. More >>
Surge In Cyber Threats: Radware Reports 265% Increase In DDoS Attacks During First Half Of 2024
Friday, 16 August 2024, 2:17 pm | Radware
For businesses of all sizes, understanding and preparing for these emerging threats is crucial not just for protecting sensitive data but also for safeguarding their reputations and operational continuity in an increasingly digital world. More >>
E-nose Has Mastered The Art Of Detecting Spoiled Meat
Friday, 16 August 2024, 11:25 am | Skoltech
A team from Skoltech, the Kharkevich Institute for Information Transmission Problems of RAS and other leading research organisations has proposed a new method based on electronic nose and computer vision technologies for faster and more accurate assessment ... More >>
Fairfax Unveils New Zealand’s First Fully Autonomous, All-Electric Refrigerated Trailer System
Friday, 16 August 2024, 9:08 am | Fairfax
The vision of a future where trucks deliver fresh produce without producing harmful emissions is now a reality thanks to the Fairfax ZE (Zero Emissions) by combining cutting-edge technology from Transcold, Carrier and SAF-Holland to produce this NZ ... More >>
Tech Leaders Welcome Government’s Establishment Of Biotech Regulator
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 8:01 pm | NZTech
Current regulations for genetic technologies are outdated and not fit for purpose. For years they have been hampering companies and researchers from keeping pace with scientific advancements and have been stifling innovation. More >>
SeniorNet Bridging The Digital Divide
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 4:39 pm | SeniorNet
By providing this service, SeniorNet enhances the quality of life for seniors, helping them stay connected and engaged with the world around them. Classes range from learning how to use computers to Apple iPads, iPhones, MacBooks, Android smartphones & tablets, More >>
Federated Farmers: Gene-tech Conversation Positive Step Forward
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 4:31 pm | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers are acknowledging today’s genetic technology announcement as a positive step forward for New Zealand. More >>
Gene Tech Rule Changes – Expert Reaction
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 4:25 pm | Science Media Centre
The Government is moving forward on its intentions to overhaul restrictions on the use of gene editing and other genetic technologies in New Zealand and establish a dedicated regulator. More >>
New GE Legislation, Bringing Our Science Into The Modern World
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 4:09 pm | Life Sciences Network
Changes in the regulation of genetic technology announced by the government today will bring New Zealand science into the modern world, the chair of the Life Sciences Network, Dr William Rolleston, said today. More >>
Scion Welcomes Government's Support For Gene Technology Reforms
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 2:27 pm | Scion
Scion is welcoming the gene technology reforms announced today by the Government for their ability to advance research and create a cleaner, greener and more prosperous New Zealand. More >>
Aqua Discovers Critical Vulnerabilities In Six AWS Cloud Services
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 1:11 pm | Aqua Security
The potential impacts include remote code execution (RCE), full-service user takeover which might provide powerful administrative access, manipulation of AI modules, exposing sensitive data, data exfiltration and denial of service. More >>
Russian-nexus Cybercriminal Attack Vector Exposed By Infoblox Threat Intel Research
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 1:03 pm | Infoblox
Researchers at Infoblox and Eclypsium have discovered that a powerful attack vector in the domain name system (DNS) is being widely exploited across many DNS providers. More >>
Supercomputing For The Nation - NIWA’s New $20 Million Supercomputer
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 12:04 pm | NIWA
With New Zealand increasingly disrupted by extreme weather events, NIWA’s new supercomputer will enable high-resolution weather and climate forecasting 24/7, using data from weather stations all around the world. More >>
Plant & Food Research Welcomes Changes To Gene Technology Regulations
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 10:36 am | Plant and Food Research
13 August 2024... A biotechnology regulatory system that supports the broader use of gene technologies adds a vital new tool to the scientific toolbox to ensure the future growth of Aotearoa New Zealand’s agrifood sector. More >>
New Map Of National Coastal Erosion Hotspots Shows Which Areas Are Most At Risk
Monday, 12 August 2024, 5:51 pm | National Science Challenges
Ground-breaking Coastal Change Dataset for Aotearoa New Zealand: New Zealand’s first national-scale coastal erosion study in decades—mapping changes from the 1940s to today, crucial for climate adaptation planning. More >>
Southern Right Whale Needs More Protection, Research Shows
Monday, 12 August 2024, 5:21 pm | University of Auckland
Commercial whaling in the early 19th century decimated the population of southern right whales from approximately 30,000 to an estimated 30–40 mature females around 1920. Today, there may be 2,000 of the whales in New Zealand waters. More >>
Rocket Lab Successfully Completes Latest Launch With Capella Space
Monday, 12 August 2024, 5:29 am | Rocket Lab
The mission was the latest in a multi-launch contract with Capella Space to deploy a series of its Acadia satellites to low Earth orbit for its Earth-imaging constellation. More >>
New Research Shows Healthy, Nutrient-dense Food Relates To Growing Systems
Sunday, 11 August 2024, 2:28 pm | Kete Ora Trust
Biodynamic And Organic Management Could Be Superior To Conventional Systems More >>
Deep-sea Critters Attracting Patents - Expert Reaction
Friday, 9 August 2024, 4:53 pm | Science Media Centre
A new database of marine genes in patent filings reveals most patents are held by a few large companies, and that deep-sea organisms are of increasing economic interest. These include species in areas outside of national jurisdictions, where environmental ... More >>
Download Weekly: Kordia Exits Public Safety Network Contract
Friday, 9 August 2024, 12:41 pm | Bill Bennett
In this week's newsletter: Tait Communications now 100 percent owner of Next Generation Critical Communications network build contract. Tablet computers make a comeback. More >>
Exporting Live Animals By Sea – Expert Reaction
Friday, 9 August 2024, 11:14 am | Science Media Centre
Public consultation on bringing back the practice of exporting live animals on ships is expected to start soon. More >>
Commvault Named A Leader In The 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ For Enterprise Backup And Recovery Software Solutions
Thursday, 8 August 2024, 1:58 pm | Commvault
By leveraging Commvault's unified approach, organizations can reduce complexity, enhance data visibility, and advance cyber resiliency, all while optimizing costs and improving operational efficiency. More >>
Microsoft Strengthens Phishing-resistant Security For Entra ID With FIDO2 Provisioning APIs
Thursday, 8 August 2024, 1:42 pm | Yubico
Yubico is proud to have partnered with Microsoft in supporting the development of these APIs. Yubico has worked to ensure that the provisioning of YubiKeys fits seamlessly into this release and Yubico now shares a GitHub project with a sample of how customers ... More >>
Achieving New Zealand's Emissions Reduction Goals With Nature-based, Non-Forestry Carbon Storage
Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 12:23 pm | Good Carbon Farm
The inclusion of biochar as a carbon removal activity in the 2026-2030 ERP discussion document is a step toward acknowledging the carbon capture and storage capacity of biochar. More >>
Kimer Med – One Of The World’s ‘Best And Brightest In Biotech’
Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 11:32 am | Kimer Med
Nelson-based biotech company Kimer Med has been named as one of Fierce Biotech’s 2024 prestigious ‘Fierce 15.’ More >>
Nvidia Launches New Generative AI Models
Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 10:52 am | NVIDIA
These tools, integrated with NVIDIA's Omniverse™ platform, are expected to significantly enhance the development of digital twins and robotics by providing advanced AI-driven capabilities for 3D data visualization and simulation. More >>
FiberSense And Southern Cross Announce Deployment Of Shore-end Monitoring On New Zealand Subsea Network Portion
Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 10:37 am | Southern Cross Cable Network
The state-of-the-art implementation provides 24x7 monitoring of both shore-ends (from cable landing station to first repeater) as well as the terrestrial network connecting the two landing stations, providing total “always on” cover. More >>
Rocket Lab Introduces Next-Generation Satellite Dispenser At SmallSat Conference In Logan, UT
Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 9:55 am | Rocket Lab
The ASD is a cost-effective, versatile, and reliable deployment mechanism for small satellites in the CubeSat form factor and builds upon Rocket Lab’s heritage Canisterized Satellite Dispenser (CSD) technology, which has successfully deployed more than 60 ... More >>
Researchers Suggested A New Method For Determining Atomic Charges In Materials
Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 8:20 am | Skoltech
The research paper provides a compelling groundwork for the traditional picture based on the notion of electronegativity. More >>
