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Kopin & Fabric.AI back MicroLED optical links for AI
Kopin and Fabric.AI launch MicroLED optical interconnect push for AI data centres, with an initial USD $15 million order and exclusive chip production.

Appeal Court to decide if Solomon Islands PM must call parliament to face no-confidence vote
The Solomon Islands Court of Appeal is expected to release its decision Friday on whether the prime minister has to call parliament and face a vote of no confidence.

ANZ launches new cashback programme
ANZ is offering a new type of rewards programme, but one marketing expert says shoppers should make sure it works for them.

No charges to be laid in Tom Phillips case against those who possibly helped him
After Phillips' death police said it was clear he had received help.

Britney Spears charged in California with driving under influence
The pop star's representatives have called the incident "completely inexcusable" and she has since checked herself into rehab.

Why American doctors are flocking to Timaru
The South Island town is making global headlines.

Apple hails 'extraordinary' iPhone demand as boss Tim Cook heads out
Cook is preparing to bow out after 15 years at the helm and hand over to John Ternus.

Three people rescued after boat sinks in Bay of Islands
The coastguard had been searching the area North of Waitangi.

No charges to be laid in Tom Phillips case against those who possibly helped him
"Based on current admissible evidence, that test has not been met," police say.

FIFA president affirms that Iran will participate in World Cup, face All Whites
FIFA President Gianni Infantino opened his address at this year’s FIFA Congress by affirming that Iran will participate in the World Cup.

‘Pivotal moment’: Tasman Mako appoint new coach on two-year deal
Newly-appointed Tasman Mako boss Jono Phillips had previously coached the Taranaki Bulls and been involved the Hurricanes, as well as working in the USA and with Scottish Rugby.

ANZ firms shift to cyber resilience as AI risk grows
ANZ organisations shift towards cyber resilience as AI adoption surges, with most expecting greater spend despite gaps in risk checks and recovery.

Nelson among regions needing to retain 'critical' Air New Zealand flights - tourism boss
Business travellers are among those reducing their visits to regions due to Air New Zealand ditching some flights, an expert says.

Manifest raises AUD $2 million to track agency work
Sydney-based Manifest unveils an operational intelligence platform for agencies as AI reshapes workflows, after raising AUD $2 million in pre-seed funding.

Chiefs assistant coach’s Irish move off after backlash to historic allegation
Roger Randle won’t be joining his former boss Clayton McMillan at Munster next year.

One NZ ‘issue’ causes widespread outages across large parts of the country
The company’s outage map shows wide spread outages across the entire South Island and parts of the North Island.

Cost of helicopter ambulance callouts to increase almost 65% for third party customers
The charge for third-party customers, mainly police and search and rescue, will increase to more than $13,000 on Friday.

PNG Barramundis ready for T20 World Cup qualifier in Japan
Papua New Guinea national men's cricket team coach is confident the side is ready and focused to compete at next week's ICC Men's T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific sub-regional qualifier.

Which are the best-performing KiwiSaver funds?
Volatile oil prices have helped clean energy KiwiSaver funds shine, while Bitcoin-based offerings have struggled.

Video shows former darts world champion being punched in bar brawl
Footage of the altercation surfaced online, showing Van Gerwen chasing and lunging at his assailant as the man is dragged away by security staff.

Watch: Chris Wood gives Nottingham Forest advantage in Europa League semi
The All Whites captain converted his spot kick in the 71st minute at Forest’s City Ground home.