Wet January dampens retail spending – Stats NZ data
The January fall in spending was widespread. Grocery food spending was down 0.9%, as was spending on fuel…
Europe’s China shock worsens as trade deficit widens – POLITICO
France’s High Commission for Strategy and Planning estimates that a quarter of the country’s exports are “directly threatened”…
One in three Germans welcome killer robots, new poll says – POLITICO
The results suggest a cultural shift, as the government of Chancellor Friedrich Merz no longer explicitly excludes lethal…
Fewer Kiwis leaving: Tourism and migration figures show the economy ‘starting to hum’ – ASB
“Looking through monthly volatility, the trend is for strengthening net immigration inflows,” Smith said. “The annualised net inflow…
300GB of data stolen: Napier law firm Langley Twigg gains injunction as hacker appears to offer files online – Tech Insider
The screen grab of the post included a couple of lines from the top of a spreadsheet. A…
As many as 209 jobs to go from Telstra AI joint venture with Accenture, moving roles to India
The AI joint venture (JV) connected to Telstra and consultancy, Accenture, is planning to slash 209 jobs. The…
Vietnam’s FPT partners with UAE’s G42 on AI data centers
FPT Chairman Truong Gia Binh told Nikkei that the company looks to launch the facility “in the near…
New type of magnetism discovered in 2D materials to help store data
Researchers have discovered a new type of magnetism in 2D materials that can help store data. The team…
Adding this much exercise to your daily routine may boost longevity
Ekelund noted how physical activity affects the immune system, reduces the risk of inflammation, and may reduce blood…
Ten biggest foreign deals for NZ assets in 2025: $14.6b Japanese transaction tops list
Some of those were part of global transactions and the amounts shown are for the full global assets,…
Labour market warning signs as unemployment climbs to 5.4% – The Front Page
It means 165,000 people were unemployed last quarter – a quarterly increase of 5000 people. Minister of Finance…
How does your school rate? NCEA, UE results at every college
The school year has roared back into life, with students, teachers and parents alike hoping for outstanding marks…