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Snowflake boosts governed data for AI with Iceberg
Customers will be able to query live data across systems with less duplication, as Snowflake expands governance for AI workloads and Iceberg tables.

Snowflake adds Horizon Catalog tools for enterprise AI
Enterprises get a single control layer for AI agents and data as Snowflake adds security and governance tools to curb errors and misuse.

Expert questions how MFAT 'misplaced' $162 million in foreign aid funding
However, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade spokesperson told RNZ Pacific that the $162m underspend from the 2024-2025 fiscal year has been carried forward to this year.

Nvidia says Vera Rubin platform enters full production
Demand for AI infrastructure is driving Nvidia's manufacturing push, as the company ramps Vera Rubin into full production across a vast global supply chain.

Russian-held Luhansk imposes fuel purchase limits amid supply concerns

Tropical storm Jangmi batters Japan, cuts power to 60,000 homes

Australia gets access to AI model ‘too dangerous to release’
Mythos is so good at finding software flaws that its maker won’t release it. Now Australia is on the access list.

Cisco launches Cloud Control for humans & AI agents
The platform aims to let firms run networks and security with AI agents in one place, as Cisco expands defences against fast-moving cyber threats.

How much construction costs are rising (so far)
The cost of building a new home is pushing up - but not as fast as earlier predictions suggested it might.

‘Deep shock’: Much-loved kuia named as homicide victim
Tarati Buckley was a much-loved educator and community stalwart.

Workday launches tools to build AI agents securely
The package aims to cut development time and curb compliance risks as firms deploy AI agents into HR, finance and IT workflows.

Lydia Ko could become women's greatest money winner
The 29-year-old Kiwi could make the record books after a strong result at this week's US Open.

Police identify remains of man found on Dunedin coastline
Murray Allen Wakefield was reported missing from Deborah Bay in May 2025.

'Blindingly obvious': NZ has major problem with how police officers are prosecuted, IPCA chair says
In a Select Committee report, Judge Kenneth Johnston KC said the issue was part of a ''very enormous concern" for him.

Snowflake renames AI tools amid broader platform push
Customers will get tighter controls and new streaming and interoperability features as Snowflake expands its platform around enterprise data.

Why Travel Experts Say Retirees Should Visit Antarctica

Protesters clash with UK police over murder of student Henry Nowak

Data centre boom could send power prices 26 per cent higher: Climate group
As Victoria and NSW chase billions in data centre capital, a report warns households could foot the bill for a dirtier, costlier grid.

Rubrik uses Anthropic Mythos to probe software flaws
Early access to Anthropic's Mythos in Australia is helping Rubrik scan its code for flaws before attackers can exploit them.

New Relic touts Microsoft partnership as bookings rise
Marketplace bookings through Microsoft rose by double digits as New Relic deepened integrations aimed at helping customers manage AI-era software risk.

Big Bash teams set for merger out of ‘financial necessity’
At their peak, the Melbourne Stars and Renegades fought a derby in front of more than 80,000 spectators at the MCG.

‘Strongly held personal values’: Why billionaire Jim Grenon supported defamation case
How Jim Grenon became involved in funding a ‘wholly unsuccessful’ defamation case against TVNZ.