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Kiwi Edition · 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Large Language Models

A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Large Language Models (LLMs).

What to know about Large Language Models

Large Language Models (LLMs) stand at the forefront of artificial intelligence, transforming how businesses, developers, and industries operate. These extensive AI models, trained on vast datasets, excel in understanding and generating human-like text, enabling innovations ranging from advanced chatbots and AI co-pilots to sophisticated data analytics and cybersecurity solutions.

The recent wave of developments highlights their expanding role across various sectors, including healthcare, finance, customer service, and cybersecurity. Readers exploring these stories can gain insights into how LLMs are being integrated into enterprise software, cloud platforms, and security frameworks to enhance productivity, automate complex workflows, and address emerging AI risks such as data privacy and adversarial attacks.

Moreover, these narratives emphasize the dynamic challenges and advancements surrounding LLMs—covering technical breakthroughs, collaborative industry partnerships, and regulatory considerations. By following this tag, readers will stay informed about the evolving landscape of Large Language Models, their applications, security implications, and the strategic significance they hold for future technological progress.

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Recent Large Language Models News

Mastercard tests first AI agent-led payments in NZ
Fintech

Mastercard tests first AI agent-led payments in NZ

Mastercard and Westpac have trialled New Zealand's first fully authenticated AI agent-led payments for cinema tickets and hotel bookings.

Tue, 17th Feb 2026

Pead launches GEO service to shape AI brand answers
Marketing

Pead launches GEO service to shape AI brand answers

Auckland agency Pead launches GEO service to help brands influence how AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini answer consumer queries.

Wed, 11th Feb 2026

New AI training programmes to address New Zealand's skills gap
AI skills

New AI training programmes to address New Zealand's skills gap

The Institute of Data is launching new Data Science and AI training programmes on 8 April 2025 to tackle New Zealand's critical skills gap in AI expertise.

Tue, 18th Mar 2025

Exclusive: Celonis' Alex Lowe discusses how AI is transforming decision-making
Data Insights

Exclusive: Celonis' Alex Lowe discusses how AI is transforming decision-making

Alex Lowe from Celonis reveals how AI is revolutionising decision-making, enhancing productivity by processing unstructured data more efficiently.

Thu, 24th Oct 2024

FAR partners with Custom D to revolutionise research access
Partners

FAR partners with Custom D to revolutionise research access

The Foundation for Arable Research partners with Custom D to implement AI technology, aiming to simplify access to a vast library of crop research and improve user experience.

Mon, 30th Sep 2024

How small businesses can harness the productivity power of AI
Generative AI

How small businesses can harness the productivity power of AI

AI is helping small businesses in New Zealand tackle productivity issues, crucial amid tough economic conditions, by automating tasks and optimising workflows.

Thu, 12th Sep 2024

CCL unveils Copilot readiness workshop for Microsoft 365
Copilots

CCL unveils Copilot readiness workshop for Microsoft 365

CCL has launched a readiness workshop for Copilot, a Microsoft 365 service. Expected to empower private enterprises and public organisations with AI capabilities, it aims to boost productivity, creativity, and connectivity securely.

Wed, 27th Mar 2024

Inaugural NZ tech event addresses our digital future
Sustainability

Inaugural NZ tech event addresses our digital future

Spark Business Labs held Future State 2023 yesterday at Auckland's Spark Arena, inviting a range of business and thought leaders to discuss the future of work.

Fri, 12th May 2023

Google tests AI agents on short film-making project
Research and Development

Google tests AI agents on short film-making project

The experiment showed AI crews can coordinate across files and roles, but still stumble on timing, continuity and safety filters.

Today

Fujitsu joins FANUC, Yaskawa & Kawasaki on physical AI
Robotics

Fujitsu joins FANUC, Yaskawa & Kawasaki on physical AI

Labour shortages and an ageing workforce are pushing Japanese manufacturers to test AI-controlled robots in factories, logistics and hospitals.

Today

Google Cloud unveils agent tool for faster AI upgrades
IT Department

Google Cloud unveils agent tool for faster AI upgrades

The new workflow could cut model migration from months to hours, easing the testing burden for businesses running multiple AI features.

Today

OpenAI unveils GPT-Red to harden GPT-5.6 against attacks
AI Security

OpenAI unveils GPT-Red to harden GPT-5.6 against attacks

The new safety model slashes prompt-injection risks in GPT-5.6, as OpenAI says it found flaws faster than human testers and then fed fixes back into production.

Today

Cast AI launches Kimchi Coding for enterprise developers
IT Department

Cast AI launches Kimchi Coding for enterprise developers

Enterprises can now deploy an autonomous coding agent that Cast AI says cuts token bills and tightens governance for developers.

Yesterday

AI use surges in global mobility, but governance lags
Productivity

AI use surges in global mobility, but governance lags

The technology is spreading fast across mobility teams, but only 6% have embedded it into structured workflows and controls remain patchy.

Yesterday

AI coding models make working code, not secure code
IT Department

AI coding models make working code, not secure code

Working output from the latest AI coding tools was secure barely a third of the time, exposing a widening risk for software teams.

Yesterday

Akamai joins WWT AI security model for NVIDIA systems
Digital Transformation

Akamai joins WWT AI security model for NVIDIA systems

The tie-up gives enterprises a layered way to secure AI systems without sacrificing performance, as demand for larger workloads grows.

Yesterday

Litera relaunches as one legal AI platform for firms
Digital Transformation

Litera relaunches as one legal AI platform for firms

Law firms are being offered a single AI system for drafting, review and business development as Litera folds its products into one platform.

Yesterday

NVIDIA touts Blackwell's AI efficiency gains in racks
Energy efficient

NVIDIA touts Blackwell's AI efficiency gains in racks

Energy and cooling limits are becoming the real bottleneck for AI operators, as NVIDIA says Blackwell racks can lift output within fixed power budgets.

Yesterday

Nvidia touts Nemotron for specialist business AI uses
Digital Transformation

Nvidia touts Nemotron for specialist business AI uses

Healthcare, legal and search firms are cutting AI costs and keeping data in-house by tuning Nvidia's open Nemotron models for niche tasks.

Yesterday

1Password launches AI spend tracking in SaaS Manager
Chief Financial Officer

1Password launches AI spend tracking in SaaS Manager

Rising usage-based bills could now be easier to control, as 1Password's SaaS Manager adds dashboards, limits and alerts for AI spend.

Yesterday