Uber’s bleak vision for the gig economy is dead
Law & Regulation

Peter Griffin: Uber’s bleak vision for the gig economy is dead

Uber will likely appeal the latest NZ employment court ruling saying drivers are employees, but the writing is on the wall for the ride-hailing company here – and all round the world.

Peter Griffin 27 Oct 2022
Three things we need to finally get open banking working
Opinion

Peter Griffin: Three things we need to finally get open banking working

A real-time interchange between New Zealand's banks is still years away, which is why apps like Dosh are useful as a free way for people to pay others or get paid in real time. 

Peter Griffin 20 Oct 2022
A Big Tech telco tax could backfire badly
Opinion

Peter Griffin: A Big Tech telco tax could backfire badly

At the very least, a network tax will just encourage Big Tech to pass on the cost to its users, compelling them to pursue even more aggressive business practices. 

Peter Griffin 13 Oct 2022
5G still looking for its breakthrough business model
Opinion

Peter Griffin: 5G still looking for its breakthrough business model

It’s hard to believe we are approaching the third anniversary of Vodafone turning on its first 5G mobile base stations in parts of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown.

Peter Griffin 06 Oct 2022