# Satellites, Space, and Spark: Reshaping Global Connectivity

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Podcast: [NZ Tech Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nz-tech-podcast-408764)
Published: 2026-04-14T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://nz-tech-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/satellites-space-and-spark-reshaping-global-connectivity
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## Resource

Join host Paul Spain and Nilay Rathod (Spark) as they explore this week’s tech stories including Scentian Bio’s $7m Boost, Lanaco's wool-based space filtration on Artemis II, Air NZ to expand digital ID trials, Anthropic’s Project Glasswing, China’s supercomputer breach and Amazon Leo launch updates. Plus, Nilay discusses how Spark’s collaboration with Starlink is revolutionising connectivity, the impacts of shutting down 3G, the role of AI in business transformation and cybersecurity and what’s next for Spark. Thanks to our Partners Spark New Zealand, One NZ, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology

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