Security
Security fears raised about home devices and apps
Imagine if you had to pledge loyalty to the Chinese state just to use a bathroom mirror or a lightbulb. There is a chance you already have but did not know it.
NZers released from Iran likely pawns - security expert
An international security expert says two New Zealanders who were released from Iran yesterday were likely pawns in a government plot to sensor any criticism of the regime.
Topher Richwhite and… Audio
Your rights when buying on Facebook Marketplace, TradeMe
Andrew Hubbard, the acting chief executive of Citizens Advice Bureau joins Kathryn to look at private sales, like buying of Facebook Marketplace, and what your rights are if something goes wrong. Audio
Plans for 'deeper collaboration' and a touchless border for Five Eyes citizens
Theft of knowledge and know-how from universities and research institutes by foreign nationals is a growing concern, security experts warn.
Private details of Otago students were exposed by digital fault
A digital security breach allowed personal details about University of Otago students to be viewable to others, the Privacy Commissioner has been advised.
Stolen patient info on dark web - cyber security expert
Hackers have posted stolen patient information on the dark web.
The names, addresses and other personal information of up to 450,000 people was stolen in the cyber-attack on Pinnacle Midlands Health… Audio
Deputy Privacy Commissioner on Pinnacle hack
Private patient details stolen in a cyber attack from the Pinnacle Midlands Health Network about a fortnight ago have been published on the internet.
Hackers stole data on up to 450,000 people.
… Audio
"Unconscionable" ban on whānau prison visits- Pillars
A prison advocacy group says an indefinite ban on face-to-face visits in some prisons is unconscionable and will have catastrophic impacts on inmates and their whanau.
Seven jails have banned… Audio
Sensitive patient data leaked online
Sensitive patient data that was stolen in a cyber attack has been published on the internet by what the company is calling "malicious actors".
Data from Pinnacle Midlands Health Network was hacked on… Audio
Tech Tuesday with Daniel Watson
Owner and managing director of Vertech IT Services Daniel Watson talks to Jesse about AI art causing ructions in the art world and how Uber was hacked using simple methods to by pass their two step… Audio
New technology commentator Tony Grasso
Ride hailing company Uber is investigating a breach of its computer network, allegedly by a lone teenager hacker. Tony also talks about hacks on other organisations particularly of Telcos. Tony Grasso… Audio
Growing demand for security at retailers after smash and grabs, ram raids
Demand for security at retailers is growing amid a series of recent smash and grabs.
The eight masked youths who carried out a daylight attack on a jewellery store at St Luke's Mall in Auckland are… Audio
Candid doorbell TV show raises privacy concerns
A candid-camera style TV show from tech giant Amazon using footage from smart doorbells is raising hackles in America and raising eyebrows in New Zealand.
Big tech data firms sought 'strategic dialogue' with govt - documents
Briefing documents show seven foreign firms and three local ones have queued to meet the Digital Economy and Communications Minister since late 2021.
NZ fuel security status kept under wraps
Officials are refusing to release briefings about how much fuel New Zealand has or should keep on shore.
Body camera trial to protect frontline supermarket staff
Countdown supermarkets is considering trialling the use of body cameras for some staff in a bid to address chronic verbal abuse directed at staff and as physical assaults become more common. Body… Audio
Report warns protections against spying on kids too weak
A new report says measures in place to stop big tech companies spying on our schoolchildren appear far too weak.
Overseas, the multi-billion-dollar spread of online learning has triggered lawsuits… Audio
NZ could eventually join AUKUS - US diplomat
A top United States diplomat says New Zealand could eventually become a member of the AUKUS defence alliance, talking up this country's strategic importance at end of week-long tour around the… Audio
Iwi experts want more onshore cloud data storage
Did you know the FBI could take a copy your data held in New Zealand if it got the legal OK in the US first and you might never even know it?
This, and a host of other reasons, are driving a… Audio
Expert thinks anti-mask movement involved in hoax bomb threats
A security expert believes members of the anti-mask movement could be behind the hoax bomb threats made to schools across the country.
Thousands of students were forced to lockdown or evacuate their… Audio