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NZ Tech Podcast

NZ Tech Podcast

By: Paul Spain
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 Each episode, Paul Spain and guests discuss what's happening in the world of technology, gadgets and telecommunications around the world and in New Zealand.Podcasts NZ / WorldPodcasts.com / Gorilla Voice Media Economics Politics & Government
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  • Entrepreneurship, Silicon Valley, and Building Count: Insights from Chris Smith

    Entrepreneurship, Silicon Valley, and Building Count: Insights from Chris Smith
    Dec 30 2025

    Listen in as host Paul Spain sits down with Chris Smith, Co-founder and CEO of Count, an AI-powered accounting platform aiming to disrupt the likes of Xero and traditional accounting software. Chris shares his journey from early startups like Dash Tickets at university, and STQRY to working with Meta, and the inspiration and challenges behind launching Count. He discusses its rapid growth, global team, and competitive edge against industry giants. They also explore lessons learned from Silicon Valley, AI-driven development, and the future of New Zealand’s tech ecosystem.

    A big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • 2025 in Review: Autonomy, Cybersecurity, AI and Startups - with Ben O'Brien

    2025 in Review: Autonomy, Cybersecurity, AI and Startups - with Ben O'Brien
    Dec 23 2025

    Hear from Paul Spain and Ben O'Brien as they unpack the latest tech news including NZ Police’s redaction glitch, a new Government Digital Delivery Agency, smart TV privacy concerns, James Powell's transition from Dawn Aerospace and Waymo’s outage pause and the future of autonomous vehicles. Plus, Ben O'Brien shares insights from his upcoming book for founders. A must-listen for tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs!

    We'd love to get your feedback, please fill in our short survey and go into the draw for some great tech giveaways. Audience Survey - December 2025 - NZ Tech Podcast

    Thanks to our Partners One NZ, Workday, 2degrees, HP, Spark and Gorilla Technology
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    51 mins
  • NZ's top tech companies - with TIN200's Greg Shanahan

    NZ's top tech companies - with TIN200's Greg Shanahan
    Dec 16 2025

    Join Paul Spain and Greg Shanahan, Managing Director at Veriphi and TIN, as they delve into the 2025 TIN Report revealing key takeaways, growth sectors, the evolving world of tech exports, and how NZ companies are navigating the challenges and opportunities in capital, talent, and global competition. They also discuss some of the latest tech news including the new Govt.nz app, 3G shutdown timelines, and Australia’s under‑16 social media ban. Plus, NZ Tech Podcast survey giveaways and a quick guide to top Christmas tech gifts including the reMarkable Paper Pro Move, WiZ Floor Light and Philip's Hue Play wall washer.

    Special thanks to our show partners 2degrees, One New Zealand, Spark New Zealand, Workday and Gorilla Technology.
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    55 mins
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