Support for banning social media among under-16s is growing. But a closer look reveals complex questions over privacy and digital inclusion.
- Senior Lecturer, Information Management, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington
À mesure que les interdictions d’accès des jeunes aux réseaux sociaux se multiplient, une question surgit : Internet est-il en train de basculer dans une nouvelle ère de contrôle moral ?
Social media bans suggest a resurgence of conservative values in our digital lives. But at what cost to young people’s autonomy, creativity and expression?
There is global interest in limiting social media access for young people. But the arguments for a ban for people under 16 don’t really stack up.
New Zealand’s news avoidance rates are higher than in any other surveyed country. Mood, political orientation and perceptions of sensationalism or bias all play a role.
A new study reveals just how digitally dependent most New Zealanders are now. Disconnecting requires conscious effort – and it could even cost you money.
Responses to our qualitative survey suggested artificial intelligence was at play. The results were woeful, and researchers will need to work harder to prevent contaminated outcomes.
Kiwi consumers are increasingly experiencing personalised, targeted manipulation online, but the law has very little to say about it.
There are calls for better web design standards to ensure greater personal data and privacy protection.
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