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ServiceNow unveils Otto & expands AI Control Tower
ServiceNow broadens AI governance push with Otto, third-party agent access and wider Control Tower oversight across enterprise systems.

Watch: 23 police officers injured as PSG fans storm streets after Champions League semi-final
Violent scenes in Paris condemned after 127 arrested following Champions League semi-final win over Bayern Munich.

World Password Day: Fix these 4 security mistakes before hackers find them
So many arbitrary holidays exist (ahem, Tin Can Day), but World Password Day is one fully supported by the PCWorld staff. We’re all for ditching weak passwords — especially when strengthening your online security only takes a little effort. This year, World Password Day falls a bit later than usual (May...

Stop using your Chromebook like it’s just Chrome
Macs and PCs are no longer the only options for those looking to buy a computer. One of the fastest-growing categories is the Chromebook, Google’s own line of devices. Initially, Chromebooks were low-cost machines largely limited to the Chrome browser. In recent years, more premium Chromebook models with greater processing power...

Dispute over paid breaks for paper mill technicians working ‘around the clock’
Two employees at the Kinleith Mill in Tokoroa went to the Employment Relations Authority over a dispute about paid breaks.

Spinnaker launches SAP ECC end-of-life assessment tool
Spinnaker Support launches SAP ECC end-of-life assessment as IT leaders weigh migration, third-party support and the 2027 deadline.

monday.com rebuilds platform around AI work agents
Monday.com rebuilds platform around AI agents as Roy Mann says the company is betting on a new work model for its 250,000 customers.

OECD report suggests raft of reforms to help New Zealand economy
An Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development report says New Zealand also needs to expand and strengthen capital markets and speed up digitisation of the health sector.

The New Zealand scientist hoping to bring the Norfolk Island snail back from the brink of extinction
The Campbell's keeled glass-snail was rediscovered in 2020 after being considered extinct for over 20 years.

Malicious OpenClaw skill spreads Remcos RAT & GhostLoader
Zscaler warns a malicious OpenClaw skill is being used to spread Remcos RAT and GhostLoader via AI agent workflows and developer setups.

The Only Way Is Essex star Jake Hall dies aged 35
The reality TV star, model and former footballer died in Spain.

'No new evidence disclosed' over Liam Payne's death
A coroner says he "awaits developments", following the death of the former One Direction star.

Dueling Victory Day ceasefires for war in Ukraine collapse almost immediately

Data: German fuel prices up 20% in March, but spike below 2022 level

Malaysia seeks clarification from Norway after export control halts missile supply

Expect car prices to rise if war with Iran continues, Volkswagen says

China's Digital Silk Road tightens grip on Africa

Not Nvidia. Not Broadcom. Intel Is Going to Be the Biggest Winner of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Inference Era.

Asia's tech giants give AI bull run a new centre of gravity

Green Party candidate inspired by world’s first openly transgender MP
Lauren Craig, a transgender and environmental activist, will be following in the footsteps of the region's first openly transgender candidate for public office.

Teen on a mission after accident left him paralysed
Noah Berkeley, 16, hit a sand bank as he dove into a wave while swimming between the flags on Riversdale beach on January 2.

eYou opens public app as users distrust social media
eYou launches worldwide app as survey finds 97% of users say social platforms fail to prioritise truth or accuracy.

David Seymour says changes are coming for RNZ leadership, RNZ Board disagrees
Seymour has intensified his attacks on the country's state broadcasters, suggesting changes are coming for RNZ's leadership as the government reshapes its boards.

This piano app listens and corrects you—and gives you 5 years to master it
TL;DR: Learn piano with real-time feedback instead of passive videos. A 5-year flowkey Classic Plan is $99.99 (MSRP $899). Trying to teach yourself piano usually breaks down at the same point: you can follow along with sheet music or a video, but you can’t verify if you’re doing it right. Without feedback, progress stalls....