Internet
Troll-hunter Ginger Gorman on cyberhate
Well before the tragedy in Christchurch journalist and author Ginger Gorman warned about the dangers of Facebook Live and the connection between online rhetoric and murder. Audio
Dr Linda Blair: Tips for staying calm
Psychologist Dr Linda Blair says the latest internet fad of folding washing is pure nonsense. She speaks to Jim about real ways of restoring calm to stressful lives. Audio
Curbing comments to calm the farm online
After the atrocity in Christchurch, Stuff says it's time to civilise the often unpleasant space 'below the line.' It no longer accepts online comments on news stories about topics that get readers the… Audio
Curbing comments to calm the farm online
After the atrocity in Christchurch, Stuff says it's time to civilise the often unpleasant space 'below the line.' It no longer accepts online comments on news stories about topics that get readers the…
AudioLawyer warns against rushing hate speech law changes
A leading criminal lawyer is sounding warning bells over any major changes to hate speech law.
Netsafe cautious on Facebook's promise of live-streaming changes
Netsafe says people shouldn't stop pressuring Facebook to improve, despite its promise to crack down on hate speech and the live-streaming of violent videos.
Little plans fast-track review of hate speech laws
Justice Minister Andew Little says he's fast-tracking a law review which could see hate crimes made a new legal offence.
Kapiti mayor wants violent games blocked
Kapiti Coast Mayor K Guranathan wants the National Library to block access to gun focussed violent killing games available on library computers nationwide. Despite many studies showing no strong links… Audio
Facebook bans white nationalist speech
There has been a consistent call for social media platforms to instigate changes following the Christchurch Mosque killings and the spread of the vile video. It looks like Facebook is starting to take… Audio
An evolving internet, a meme ban and new Apple services
Ellen Strickland, Internet NZ Policy Director looks at how the internet may change in the wake of the Christchurch shootings, what the EU 'meme ban' will mean for creativity on the net and Apple… Audio
Older people missing out on the web
The digital divide still exists for older people a new study finds. Funded by Internet NZ, the study shows there are age-related gaps when it comes to digital engagement. Audio
Our fascination with serial killer shows
Violence in television and films is not new, but there are concerns about it's dominance on the streaming platform Netflix - in particular, the service's seeming fixation on killers. Audio
Facebook's silence over livestream
There has been a call for global support among advertisers to pile the pressure on social media companies to change their media streaming polices. Audio
No Facebook accountability or contrition over terror attack - Privacy Commissioner
Facebook needs to take accountablity for its role in the Christchurch terror attack, which was live streamed on the social media site, the Privacy Commissioner says.
Facebook must accept its part in Chch attacks - Privacy Commissioner
Privacy Commissioner John Edwards sent a letter to Facebook executives last week, stating there is growing frustration and anger over the company's lack of communication after the attack was live… Audio
Censoring the manifesto
The accused mosque gunman's manifesto has been deemed objectionable under New Zelaand law. Chief Censor David Shanks urged anyone who had a copy to destroy it. Audio
Fake news and the mosque shootings
After terrible tragedies, misinformation and fake news inevitably spread through social media. We invited Jordan Carter from Internet NZ to advise on what to do if someone you know is sucked in. Audio
How useful is sex education in schools?
A new survey by Family Planning has found young people feel they aren't being taught enough about sex and sexuality in the classroom, and top up their learning on-line Audio
Sexism, trolling and the photo of Tayla Harris
This stunning image is of Tayla Harris, an Australian Rules Football who unleashed a perfect punt - but it became a talking point for all the wrong reasons. Audio
Microsoft head: 'Tech sector must do more post Christchurch'
President and Chief Legal Officer of the technology giant Microsoft, Brad Smith, who says the Christchurch shootings must galvanise the tech sector to work together and with governments around the… Audio