TechnologySocial networking: Too close for comfortSocial networking with built-in GPS was meant to be the next big thing. The possibilities are endless - so why isn't everyone signing up? 28 Jun 12:22 AM
WorldSpy cameras that targeted Muslims deactivatedHundreds of CCTV cameras have been covered up after residents complained they were being used to spy on Muslim communities rather than prevent crime. 17 Jun 11:01 PM
All BlacksABs' autographs altered to beat fraudstersAll Blacks are among the latest sports stars to create tailor-made autographs for fans as a measure to prevent identity fraud.13 Jun 12:04 AM
New ZealandSpycam tenant feels like prostitute after ordealA woman secretly filmed by a former mayoral candidate while living in his rental property said she still feels "dirty" and "violated".12 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeb giant Google faces NZ police probePolice are investigating claims that Google illegally gathered personal email and wireless internet data during its "Street View" operation in NZ.09 Jun 04:00 PM
TechnologyFacebook rolls out simpler privacy controlsAssistant Privacy Commissioner Katrine Evans said it was 'disappointing' that Facebook had taken so long to act on privacy problems02 Jun 12:41 AM
TechnologyImage-wary youth leaders in online privacyA report says young people are becoming the gurus of online reputation management, especially when it comes to social networking sites.27 May 05:38 AM
New ZealandPrivacy Commissioner probing Google over dataThe internet giant is alleged to have collected WiFi data that includes people's networks and their signal strength.25 May 03:56 AM
TechnologyConcerned Facebook users should use 'private' settingsUnsure of your new Facebook privacy settings? Set everything to "private", says the Privacy Commissioner.24 May 10:11 PM
New ZealandPrivacy office invites feedback on Facebook concernsNew Zealanders unhappy with changes to Facebook's privacy settings can share their concerns with the Privacy Commissioner.24 May 04:00 PM
TechnologyFacebook hit by 'firestorm of anger' over privacy policyIn the past fortnight the privacy debate over Facebook has developed into what some excitable commentators are calling a "firestorm of anger".16 May 08:19 PM
New ZealandMum's fury over Facebook photosAn aspiring councillor has taken legal advice over an alleged smear campaign involving photos taken from her Facebook site and emailed to a number of residents.15 May 04:00 PM
TechnologyGoogle sorry for collecting dataGoogle will no longer collect WiFi network information for its Street View mapping after "mistakenly" gathering personal wireless data.15 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolitician's hidden camera sex scandalA former mayoral candidate accused of secretly filming a woman living in a house he owned says he was only doing what any other "red-blooded male" would have done.15 May 04:00 PM
TechnologyGoogle collects home wireless dataInternet search giant Google has confirmed it gathered data about personal wireless connections from homes around New Zealand.13 May 09:04 PM
WorldNew York mayor vows to keep inner city safeThe Mayor of New York has promised additional surveillance cameras around Times Square and throughout the tourist heart of the city.04 May 04:00 PM
TechnologyGoogle: Privacy is alive and wellIn NZ for Privacy Awareness Week, Google privacy expert Alma Whitten talks about what the company is doing to keep your data safe.04 May 12:14 AM
New ZealandKids at risk - watchdog fingers FacebookNearly half of us use social networks - and most are concerned about how much personal information children share online.02 May 04:00 PM
