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Woman who received $158k in bank transfer error could face charge, jail time: expert
The money was allegedly used for cars and sent to a boyfriend and a relative.
US House passes bill targeting non-consensual AI-generated images
The bill aims to address the misuse of intimate imagery, including AI deepfakes.
‘Delete your data’: Genetic testing firm files for bankruptcy
'Your data could get sold or transferred,' an expert warned.
Woman suffers more physical abuse after OT file shown to her child’s father
'Grievous' Oranga Tamariki privacy breaches have been exposed in a new report.
‘Sorry’: Foodstuffs admits staff leaked photo of ex-MP as new breach emerges
Guard sacked over leak as new case emerges of political privacy breach at the checkout.
‘Failed’ system: Health data left vulnerable due to contract oversights
The Manurewa Marae inquiry exposed system weaknesses.
Police urge vigilance regarding kids' online safety as school resumes
Photos can reveal personal details, putting families at risk.
Golriz Ghahraman case highlights Auror's role in retail surveillance
Auror covers 90% of NZ retail, linking stores like supermarkets and big box outlets.
'Loss of dignity': Benefit fraudster wins compo for privacy breach during MSD investigation
Peter Thomas and his wife defrauded two agencies out of a combined $227,000.
Suppressed details of abuse victims published on Justice website in ‘serious’ privacy breach
A mass audit of thousands of decisions is now under way after the privacy slip-up.
'Subterfuge': Man awarded $60k after devices taken from desk during orchestrated meeting
Tribunal: It was 'manifestly unfair' and an 'unreasonable intrusion' into his affairs.
AI's next leap requires intimate access to your digital life
A new generation of digital helpers – 'AI agents' – is expected to emerge this year.
ACC privacy breaches: Bosses grilled in scrutiny week at Parliament
Daily meetings and ability to unsend emails used in bid to stop breaches, ACC chief says.
Opinion: In your face - is the public comfortable with facial recognition technology?
OPINION: It depends on the location of the recording – and why it was being captured.
Man who used billboards to ask woman on date wins $19,000 privacy battle against police
Alexander Pryazhnikov paid for seven billboards asking a Wellington woman out on a date.
Matthew Hooton: NZ First celebrates strongest position this century
OPINION: Labour voters and senior figures are being targeted to jump ship.
Opinion: Snooping staff are the greatest risk to privacy in the workplace
OPINION: A sneaky peek isn’t a harmless case of nosiness; it’s inappropriate.
Missing records hinder investigation into treatment of patient at aged care facility
Ultimate Care was scrutinised after lost records affected a patient's care review.
‘Out of control’: Ban of invasive gym act growing in popularity
A gym owner who banned filming workouts has sparked a global 'crackdown'.
Dignity and reputation: Police defend heavy redactions in Kiri Allan file
Police say the redactions are in line with Ombudsman guidelines for privacy.
Bedroom swelter: Too hot upstairs in new Auckland terraces, apartments
Free-standing fans, airconditioning units, ceiling fans and heat pumps go into bedrooms.
The 'invasive' police search powers that convinced Justice Minister to ban gang patches in private homes
The home ban was opposed by several agencies as well as the Privacy Commissioner.
The Ex-Files: Secret recordings and hidden cams trained on ex-partners may not be silver bullet in court
What to consider before presenting evidence in court.
IRD gives thousands of taxpayers' details to social media platforms for ads
Hashing slammed as a mass 'betrayal' of taxpayers.
'Meme for profit': Company slammed for using pics of crying boy without consent
The boy was bullied and harassed after the company's advertising campaign began.
Opinion: Why is NZ lagging on the right to disconnect from work?
OPINION: Employers can now spy on, track and record what workers do in their time off.
Passports, licences stolen in Competenz hack affecting 6000 - who pays for replacements?
What the law says about stolen IDs.