Episode 804

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1st Sep 2026

NZ’s Telco Shakeup + AI Ethics, Law and Power

Professor Alexandra Andhov joins Paul Spain to explore the biggest questions facing AI today. From copyright lawsuits and social media harms to privacy, digital sovereignty and New Zealand's AI future, Alexandra explains why smarter regulation could fuel innovation while protecting people, businesses and society.

Plus the latest tech news including:

• 2degrees Completes AST SpaceMobile Satellite Connectivity Trial

• One NZ and 2degrees Seek Infrastructure Sharing Deal

• New Zealand Speeds Up Rocket Launch Approvals

• Meta Settlement Highlights Global Child Safety Shift Online

A big thank you to our show partners: One NZ, Spark, PwC, Workday, 2degrees, SAP, and Gorilla Technology.

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NZ Tech Podcast
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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