As well as getting to profile awesome entrepreneurs, cool new products and technology, I have a strange side hustle. After watching some close family members in the Cook Islands suffer from non-communicable diseases and an underfunded healthcare system despite being surrounded by a wealth of natural resources, I became a bit obsessed with some of […]
Daisy Edgar-Jones on the red carpet for the London premier of Twisters. The 26 year old Edgar-Jones has been working hard these last few years to make an impact on the industry. So far she’s already received two Golden Globe nominations, one for her starring role in the Normal People miniseries and another for Under […]
The cost of living is ballooning for many in New Zealand. Now more than ever I have felt the temptation to complain about rates and unexplainable price hikes in food. But how is New Zealand doing compared to the rest of the planet. Numbeo has compiled their 2024 mid-year Cost of Living Index. New York […]
Bulgari just set it’s ninth world record for the thinnest mechanical watch ever produced. The title holder is the Octo Finissimo Ultra COSC, coming in at just 1.7 millimetres. For context the forgotten 10 cent coin rattling around in your wallet is 1.58mm thick. It also takes the record as the world’s thinnest COSC chronometer. […]
Jaan Roose performs during The Messina Crossing in Villa San Giovanni, Italy, July 10, 2024. Jaan Roose is a three-time world champion, and recently crossed 3,646 Meters of Water from Italy to Sicily in perhaps the most unorthodox border crossing of all time. No word yet on whether he was immediately deported. The slackline is […]
Politics in the United States is on a knifes edge, or more accurately a bullets edge if recent events are anything to go by. Biden’s shielding for being incredibly old collapsed in its entirety in his first debate with Trump, finally aligning media pundits with what the average punter has been able to see for […]
So, Joe Biden finally read the room and folded his hand. Uh, hindsight is a wonderful thing, but he may have been the only person left on the planet who thought a doddery old eightysomething with obvious memory and alertness issues was the ideal choice for America’s biggest job. Though it seems he’d got away […]
July was an insane month for news and events. One of the most consequential that didn’t involve stray bullets was the sudden unexpected outage of banks, hospitals, airports, retailers and my local Wendy’s, which took over an hour to deliver my food as they had to hand write all their orders. Things were pretty dire […]
Whether it’s from his sky-rocketing role as the lead in Anyone but you (alongside Sydney Sweeney), or next to Tom Cruise in the box-office smash, Top Gun 2: Maverick, or even with Zoey Deutch as the enduring romantic lead in the straight-to-Netflix rom-com, Set It Up, Glen Powell’s versatility and intelligence as an actor sits […]
The America’s Cup has rolled around again and, whilst it’s not being held here in New Zealand this time, it is still an event definitely worth following – even if yacht-racing doesn’t really turn your crank. For the next few months, every time you go to the pub or a BBQ, there will be at […]
As naming sponsor you know that Louis Vuitton isn’t going to miss a chance to drop a capsule collection. While you may not find the yachties on the day wearing these, they’re still a nice to have, especially that bag. Crafted from technical textiles and punctuated with bold primary colors, the collection blends a nautical […]
It’s not every day that you have the opportunity to interview a legend like Emirates Team New Zealand technical director Dan Bernasconi. An english engineer who holds a PhD in modelling (numbers, not runways) and aerodynamics. He worked at McLaren Formula 1 Team for six years (several championships), leading their modelling team, before swapping fast […]
COS is introducing it’s Spring SUmmer 2024 collection in style with Jack O’Connell alongside Musician and Actor Rina Sawayama. The shoot was done in Mexico by Photographer Karim Sadli. Celebrating simplicity and thoughtful design, the season’s transitional collection balances modernity and traditional craftsmanship. Paying close attention to construction with an emphasis on shape and form, […]
Rabanne have launching Invictus Parfum, the aromatic, woody and empowering new incarnation of their iconic Invictus EDT. It has blends notes of lavender, violet leaf, myrtle essence, smoky carnal musk and sandalwood. The only face appropriate for a fragrance like this is legendary NBA star and Rabanne Brand Ambassador Jalen Green as the face of […]
The Spring Summer Collection by Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons for Prada is marching down the runway in Milan at the Fondazione Prada and it has a lot to say. This seasons look comes with a spirit of freedom, of youthful optimism and energy. Clothes with wired details animate collars and hems with an pop […]
Levi’s is trotting out it’s 2024 Spring/Summer Collection that blends 90’s references with a bit of 70’s influence, playing into workwear details, slouch vibes with clean looks, and collegiate aesthetics with western touches. The men’s collection have a recurring focus on indigos, blacks, and grays as well hints of western, prep, and utility aesthetics. Versatile […]
The 90s are back, baby. Ok, the very end of the 90s but it still counts. First introduced in 1999 the Mostro gets its name from the Italian word of Monster. This is due to it’s edgy experimental look at the time. It smashes together two active lifestyles into a single abomination. The sleek sprinting […]
Bad Boy was first launched in 2019 with it’s notes of smoky sage, tonka bean, and cocoa. It’s had a range of followup iterations in the years since, and now we’re being introduced to the Bad Boy Cobalt Elixir. The girls aren’t being left out, they’re getting their own Good Girl Blush Elixir which I […]
The star is ascending for Barry Keoghan as he’s made a name for himself in his roles in “Saltburn,” “The Banshees of Inisherin,” and “The Killing of a Sacred Deer”. Personally I thought he did a good (yet criminally short) job in Masters of the Air. On the red carpet he’s often spotted wearing the […]
Picture this, you’re French (my condolences), you have the biggest sports festival in the world to host, and you need to look your best. Who do you call? LVMH. LVMH has taken it on themselves to create the outfits for volunteer medal bearers during the Paris Olympic Games. These people are young sports members of […]
If you are a tech billionaire, living in a cast concrete, post-modern forest hideaway while you develop a hot sentient but slightly dangerous AI humanoid, there is only one brand of gym equipment for you. Technogym is not only the world’s most stylish gym equipment but there is some serious tech and engineering substance behind […]
Visconti Italian Socks There’s no need to compromise on quality and comfort for a bit of well-heeled style. Combining the renowned performance of merino with the excellence of Italian design and make, these socks from Visconti give you the best of both worlds. The natural wicking properties of merino allow Visconti’s unique socks to deliver […]
The 2024 Maserati Grecale Trofeo puts you in a different world of luxury, but more importantly, sophistication, elegance and refinement. Luxury is something that you can buy – sophistication is not. Luxury can come at you like bubbles from a young waiter at a society event, sophistication is a different matter. Sophistication won’t announce itself […]
Photography by Jake Hoare The new 2024 Mercedes-Benz C 63 SE is a completely different animal from the car that started the legend. Packing a staggering 500 kilowatts and 1020nm, it delivers breathtaking performance with possibly the most sophisticated drivetrain of any production car. The original C 63 (reviewed here) virtually created a new category: […]
Photography by Jake Hoare I have owned a 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 since 2014, and I just can’t part with it. From track to touring, the C63 is one of the best cars I’ve ever driven. I’ve driven many cars, but this one sets a benchmark that few can match. Despite being 16 years old, […]
Honda must be feeling in a nostalgic mood as it dug back through it’s catalogue all the way back to their very first concept car, the Honda HP-X. This hot little Wedge shaped number was Styled and handcrafted by renowned Italian design house Pininfarina and hasn’t been seen publicly since it debuted in 1984. It […]
Sometimes car companies just don’t know how to stay in their lane. The latest trend automakers are chasing is real estate. The biggest names in the game have heavily invested in prestige pieces around the world. By world I mean Miami and Dubai primarily. This is increasingly becoming a strategy manufacturers are making to create […]
Bollinger’s La Grande Année and La Grande Année Rosé 2015 are not your average champagnes. These bottles are the product of exceptional craftsmanship, tradition, and an extraordinary vintage year. The story of these champagnes starts with the weather in 2015, when nature was kind to the vineyards. A mild winter led to an early spring; […]
We said earlier in the magazine that Versace is for winners, for the famous and beautiful. I’m at least one of those things and I won’t say which. But you can immerse yourself in the embodiment of all of them next time you’re in Macau. Versace has just opened 12 floors and 271 rooms worth […]
Now that Joe Biden has (finally!) been rudely woken from that nice nap where he was dreaming of winning a second term in November, he joins the ever-lengthening list of former world leaders now on the lookout for new digs. Whilst we have covered Sleepy Joe’s future options elsewhere in this august magazine, we also […]
Amid a shortage of mental health providers, people are turning to chatbots for support. But is their advice trustworthy and safe? Hi, Liz! 🙂 How are you feeling?” an incoming text pings. I click on a pre-generated answer. “Okay, I guess. . .” I’m in the home stretch of a long work trip, and I’ve […]
Nikhil Ramrakhiani, the Chief Technology Officer at PieFunds, gave us an update on just how quickly the world of AI is moving. “AI is at the forefront of change,” Ramrakhiani began. “It’s rapidly transforming technology and innovation, impacting both our personal lives and complex business operations.” The past 18 months have seen a dramatic acceleration […]
Mining veteran Bill Haylock delivered a keynote that delved into the intertwined connection between AI and the mining industry. “AI is science, right? It’s part of the science gig,” Haylock began, drawing parallels between past scientific breakthroughs and today’s AI innovations. He emphasised that while AI is pushing many industries forward, it all relies on […]
Leighton Roberts, the co-founder and co-CEO of Sharesies, took the stage at the M2 AI Summit with a mix of humility and humour, a style befitting a man whose mission is to democratise financial opportunities for everyone. His journey, from cleaning a butchery to playing the trumpet in the New Zealand Army Band, to his […]
The legal uncertainties surrounding artificial intelligence are vast and complex, so to help work through this we brought in Hudson Gavin Martin partner, Andrew Dentice to help us get a handle on the evolving legal landscape of AI. “We’re a tech law firm first and foremost,” Dentice began, highlighting the subtle yet profound integration of […]
Anna Mowbray, co-founder of Zuru and current CEO and founder of the job marketplace startup ZEIL has gone from being at the top of a sector to a startup. When asked why she didn’t choose to relax on a beach after her success with Zuru, she quipped, “I’m not good with holidays. I have like […]
AI expert, Tim Warren, focused his keynote on the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the future of work. With over 25 years of experience in strategy, executive management, and technology, Warren’s insights addressed both the opportunities and challenges that AI presents. Warren began with a light-hearted take on his own […]
Dr. Alia Bojilova, a renowned performance coach for SAS soldiers and Olympic athletes, shared her unique perspective on the essential interplay between AI and human elements. Her experience includes a harrowing episode as a UN negotiator in Syria, where she successfully negotiated her team’s release after being taken hostage. Bojilova’s keynote was not just about […]
Bede Cammock-Elliott, founder of seeo.ai and seedigital Limited, used his keynote to showcase how AI is revolutionising risk management, real-time monitoring, and training in various sectors. Cammock-Elliott, whose company protects $5.5 billion worth of assets across New Zealand, emphasised AI’s role in predictive analytics. “AI’s ability to analyse vast amounts of data allows us to […]
David McDonald, co-founder and CEO of Being AI, took the stage at the M2 AI Summit, with a clear message: AI is not just another tool; it’s the linchpin of the next industrial revolution. “Three years of AI madness and what it means to business,” McDonald began, “At the rate things are changing, three years […]
Paul Roseman, the General Manager of Strategic Development at ProCare, took the stage to share his three-decade-long journey of driving innovation within the healthcare sector. In a fireside chat, Paul shed light on how AI and machine learning are not just buzzwords but essential tools that are reshaping healthcare productivity. Paul began by acknowledging the […]
Mantel Group’s Adam Durbin and Natalie Rouse tackled the intricate relationship between AI and cybersecurity, blending reality checks with strategic insights. Durbin, the CTO of Mantel Group, kicked off the keynote with a call to action. “We’re here to educate you on AI, but more importantly, on AI security,” he announced. Durbin didn’t sugarcoat the […]
Jovan Pavlicevic, co-founder of SquareOne and Emerge, began his keynote by drawing a parallel between the current technological revolution and historic innovations. “Give me a lever long enough and a place to stand, and I shall move the Earth,” he quoted Archimedes, setting the stage for a discussion on the immense potential of AI. He […]
One of the world’s most exciting collaborations in watchmaking and yacht racing has set sail, courtesy of TUDOR and Alinghi Red Bull Racing. The outcome is a blend of precision, artistry, and adrenaline in the form of the stunning Pelagos FXD and Pelagos FXD Chrono “Alinghi Red Bull Racing Edition” timepieces—watches that capture the thrill […]
At the M2 AI Summit, Asa Cox, the founder and CEO of Arcanum, delivered a keynote that cut through the hype and laid out a pragmatic roadmap for business leaders eager to harness the power of AI. Arcanum, a leader in AI integration, is one of only 20 companies globally to have secured a Strategic […]
Back in 2014 I took the daunting step of firing myself and stepping away from the day to day running of my business. Accepting my own limitations and relinquishing control was one of the hardest business decisions I have ever made. On balance, it was probably one of my better decisions; however, like most things […]
Ankit Patel is the Head of Data and Analytics at Stanley Street, an independent advertising firm based in Parnell, Auckland. Data is often called the new oil, and for good reason. In today’s digital age, data is generated at an incredible rate from various sources, like social media interactions, online shopping, and smart devices. With […]
Keys-to-Go 2 Every month Logitech surprises me with an even thinner and smaller keyboard. This issue is no exception, although I’m not expecting anything at all to beat the Keys-to-Go 2 anytime soon. This totally totable mobile keyboard is thinner than most of the slim paper notebooks I carry around. Folded it comes to just […]
Joker: Folie à Deux 3 Oct Joaquin Phoenix is back in his Academy Award Winning role as Joker, and this time he’s got company as Lady Gaga picks up the mantle as Harley Quinn. The original film was always intended to be a standalone film, which is probably part of the spice that made it […]
I had the great honour of inhaling Bridgerton like secondhand smoke as my wife blasted through every single season in the leadup to the latest episodes that dropped a few months ago. Did I enjoy it? Absolutely. I’m not going to pretend that I’m above budget bin Jane Austen. The first season was a sensation. […]
Hot news from the paleography desk here at M2! French scholars tidying up their libraries for the Olympics have stumbled upon some lost Nostrodamus predictions. These are the infamous quatrains numbered between 43 to 100 long missing from the legendary seer’s Century VII. Of course, there have been many theories over time as to why […]
When this story was dropped in my lap I initially couldn’t find any real problems with Artificial Insemination apart from perhaps some sort of eugenics program. I still managed to come up with 5000 words on the subject. After my editor saw it and informed me he meant the other AI the job got a […]
We’ve been talking about AI for a bit at M2. We’ve interviewed the people who have been behind building different models, and creating chatbots for customer service, and we’ve joked about the beginnings of Skynet and Terminator along the way. But profound cross-industry disruption has always seemed like something a little bit down the track. […]
So often we focus on amazing leaps of innovation within different New Zealand industries. New ways of doing things or technology that propels a sector forward. But every now and then is an agnostic wave of potential which impacts everything and AI is an example of this. Even the lowest-tech industries are being disrupted and […]
It was only a few years ago we were talking in the magazine about generating faces with AI and, at the same time, pairing that with generated text. The zeitgeist of the moment was that it could be used to generate fake news on an industrial scale, or at the very least, some garbled stories […]
So often we focus on amazing leaps of innovation within different New Zealand industries. New ways of doing things or technology that propels a sector forward. But every now and then is an agnostic wave of potential which impacts everything and AI is an example of this. Even the lowest-tech industries are being disrupted and […]
