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Online competition turns class-clowns into comedy writers

Online competition turns class-clowns into comedy writers

Online tutorial site launched comedy writing competition and digital engagement with Kiwi students has been high. Is comedy in class a good tool?.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Jun 2017

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Replikant Chat launches on Steam Early Access platform

Unified Communications

Replikant Chat launches on Steam Early Access platform

REPLIKANT has launched REPLIKANT Chat on Steam Early Access, offering users immersive conversations with 3D AI characters that evolve over time.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2024

The Inbetweeners Movie

The Inbetweeners Movie

I first stumbled across The Inbetweeners when I was a jobless insomniac with no internet, forced to watch actual TV until I could fall asleep.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2011

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AI Personality Awards launch with GBP £67,000 prize

Digital Entertainment

AI Personality Awards launch with GBP £67,000 prize

Virtual creators are moving into a bigger commercial arena as a new awards scheme offers USD $90,000 to the best AI personalities.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026

SOUTHSTART 2026 brings global tech & culture to SA

SOUTHSTART 2026 brings global tech & culture to SA

SOUTHSTART 2026 will bring OpenAI, Canva, Derek Sivers and Peter Helliar to Adelaide for a three-day tech, climate and culture forum.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2026

Max Klymenko wins top RØDE award as creator of the year

Max Klymenko wins top RØDE award as creator of the year

Max Klymenko, a UK creator, won the RØDE Creator of the Year Award and USD $25,000 for his popular Career Ladder series educating Gen Z audiences.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025