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Starting Somewhere: Andrew Cushen on The Code for Online Safety and Harm
Wondering what “The Code” is? does it work? is it fit for purpose? Hear from the executive director Andrew on the how this code has been signed by Meta, X, TikTok, Google and Twitch aiming to impose self regulation measures for online safety and harm.
Social Media Is a Problem – But Blanket Bans Aren’t the Answer
Banning social media for under-16s? We explore whether this proposal is a solution, a distraction, or just the beginning of a much bigger conversation about online safety and responsibility.
Planned Obsolescence: A Feature, Not a Bug
Planned obsolescence might feel inevitable, but as an industry, we can do better. Some great insights and thoughts on how we move on from this inevitable trap from a recent member discussion.
As the ‘digital oligarchy’ grows in power, NZ will struggle to regulate its global reach and influence
As New Zealand (among others) has discovered in the past decade, influencing the behaviour of these companies is easier said than done. It has repeatedly found itself struggling to effectively manage big tech’s impact on its society and economy.
Are We Stuck Watching from the Sidelines? NZ’s Struggle to Keep Mega Platforms in Check
Our members are worried about New Zealand’s ability to implement regulations designed to protect consumers when it comes to the influence of the mega digital platforms. Here are some thoughts and examples of other countries efforts in this space.
Griffin on Tech: Aussie floats mandatory guardrails for AI
The Australian Government this week published some proposed mandatory guardrails for high-risk AI as well as a voluntary safety standard for organisations using AI that will act as a temporary stopgap.