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Open-source is NZ’s pathway to sovereign AI
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Peter Griffin: Open-source is NZ’s pathway to sovereign AI

By embracing open-source AI, we can punch above our weight.

Peter Griffin 16 Jul 2025
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Reti: NZ was starting from ‘zero’ on AI strategy
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Reti: NZ was starting from ‘zero’ on AI strategy

Shane Reti has defended the Govt AI strategy amidst criticism there's not much in it.

Dileepa Fonseka 15 Jul 2025
Gene sequencing technology on track for routine agriculture use
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Gene sequencing technology on track for routine agriculture use

Lincoln University scientists say gene sequencing could slash pesticide use.

Greg Hurrell 15 Jul 2025
Health NZ approves AI scribes
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Health NZ approves AI scribes

Patients will be asked for consent when clinicians are trialling AI in consultations.

John Anthony 14 Jul 2025