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Oracle & Snowflake launch native OCI AI as a new service
Customers will be able to buy Snowflake through Oracle's cloud, simplifying billing and data access for AI and analytics workloads.

Why is Christopher Luxon all of a sudden commenting on a poll?
ANALYSIS: There is clearly a worry setting in in National’s camp because any hope of theirs that people would come to their senses has evaporated.

Oracle expands Marketplace with partner purchasing options
The changes aim to make enterprise software easier to buy through Oracle channels, as partners seek closer sales support and flexible contracts.

Oracle unveils Deep Trust AI Architecture for enterprises
The framework is meant to help companies control security, privacy and business rules as AI agents and generated software spread through enterprise systems.

Oracle launches Claw-powered Fusion apps for CX teams
Oracle has added governed AI tools to Fusion Cloud Applications, aiming to help sales and service teams execute more complex tasks with less manual effort.

Hello Kitty maker cuts ties with Japanese spy drama after China backlash
Sanrio has apologised after its merchandise line with Japanese TV series Vivant drew criticism.

Election live: Seven parties square off over the issues that matter most to Maori voters
Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the cost of living, the environment, jobs and te reo Maori are expected to be among the key Kaupapa.

Ofcom outlines ways social media can verify ages of users
Ofcom says photo and digital ID, banking checks or facial age estimation can help prove someone is 16 or over.

Rugby World Cup carrot: Why Highlanders coach backs All Blacks to fire in 2027
Gone are the days when Ethan de Groot was the sole All Blacks to emerge from the Highlanders. But can the Highlanders spin that into success?

Controversial councillor slapped with nine-month suspension, but does it matter?
Benedict Ong, who has pledged to resign as a councillor if not elected to Parliament as an independent MP, has been slapped with a nine-month suspension from some council duties.

'That's a f...... tornado': Canterbury farmer films as severe weather rolls into region
A "small transient tornado" hit parts of Canterbury, MetService says.

Oracle expands NVIDIA AI cloud with Vera Rubin systems
Customers will soon get broader access to NVIDIA Vera Rubin systems on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, as the pair scale AI capacity for training and agents.

Oracle adds AI data platform tools for enterprise governance
The new tools could help businesses control AI agents more tightly as Oracle targets lower token use, stronger governance and easier scaling.

Oracle launches AI registry for Fusion application setup
The registry could cut manual setup work for Oracle Fusion customers, while letting AI agents execute and test configurations with human oversight.

Oracle launches Media Fabric to join production & streaming
The new system could cut production time and costs for broadcasters and streamers while tying adverts more closely to viewer data.

Actor targets 'scarred villain' screen stereotype
Robert Rhodes says people with scars "experience joy, love and success just like everyone else".

'Like cutting up a Picasso': AI microdrama edit of Neighbours worries actors and crew
A micro-drama will use AI-assisted technology to edit old episodes of the Australian TV soap to focus on Margot Robbie's character.

Wool industry extends animal welfare training after shearers' sentencing for sheep abuse
Government and industry set up the pilot in late 2025, in response to a Ministry for Primary Industries investigation into shearing practices.

Paying for a gym membership you barely use? Here’s your excuse to quit
From vacuuming to walking meetings to carrying groceries, how to build physical activity into the routine you already have.

Status quo wins as NZ Rugby backs dual Super Rugby/NPC competitions
But job losses are coming in the main centres as the national body seeks 'cost efficiencies'.