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Keywords: tech news, Google Cloud, AI, tax advice, Rocket Lab, 3G shutdown, NZ EV market, Apple competitions, Elon Musk, Donald Trump
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Tuesday, 10 June 2025
This article discusses several key tech-related developments. It begins with a self-employed Wellington man, Drew Broadley, who received a $15,760 refund from Google Cloud after a billing issue. Broadley advocates for better safeguards and budget caps to prevent similar situations. The article then shifts to a cautionary note from the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) regarding the use of AI for tax advice, highlighting the potential for inaccuracies. Additionally, it covers the recent tensions between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, which have led to a rise in Rocket Lab's stock value. The article also touches on the delayed 3G shutdown and ongoing complaints, as well as the success of Kiwi app developers in global Apple competitions. Finally, it notes the rebound in New Zealand's electric vehicle market and the struggles of Tesla to catch up.