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Developers of new applications have to walk a tightrope when it comes to user privacy. There is an inevitable trade-off between utility versus a user's rights. How do we achieve the right balance? iTnews investigates.

Microsoft's latest privacy policy says vendors listen to voice data

Microsoft's latest privacy policy says vendors listen to voice data

Latest tech giant to admit practice.
Staff Writer Aug 16 2019 6:28AM Security
Botched myki data release breached privacy laws

Botched myki data release breached privacy laws

Semi-redacted data from 15 million cards published online.
Justin Hendry Aug 15 2019 12:18PM Security
NSW govt considers making data breach reporting mandatory

NSW govt considers making data breach reporting mandatory

Reviews existing voluntary scheme.
Justin Hendry Aug 7 2019 7:15AM Strategy
WA offers first glimpse at future data sharing laws

WA offers first glimpse at future data sharing laws

Proposes new chief data officer, privacy commissioner roles.
Justin Hendry Aug 6 2019 6:59AM Strategy
Apple, Google pause reviewing audio recordings from voice assistants

Apple, Google pause reviewing audio recordings from voice assistants

After privacy concerns revealed.
Staff Writer Aug 5 2019 12:45PM Security
Sydney Airport is continuing its facial recognition trials

Sydney Airport is continuing its facial recognition trials

But says system isn’t capturing images without passengers' consent.
Ry Crozier Jul 25 2019 12:29PM Hardware
Chrome's Incognito Mode has loophole

Chrome's Incognito Mode has loophole

Google will close it on July 30 to stop detection of private browsing.
Simon Sharwood Jul 19 2019 9:58AM Security
MYOB in payslip privacy bungle

MYOB in payslip privacy bungle

Blamed on cloud system "glitch".
Ry Crozier Jul 4 2019 2:54PM Cloud
CBA to 'substantially' overhaul privacy under OAIC undertaking

CBA to 'substantially' overhaul privacy under OAIC undertaking

90 days to submit plans.
Matt Johnston Jun 27 2019 11:48AM Financial Services
NAB writes consumer privacy rights into its data architecture

NAB writes consumer privacy rights into its data architecture

Reveals architectural evolution, one year on.
Ry Crozier Jun 24 2019 7:10AM Financial Services
NSW opposition reignites push for mandatory data breach laws

NSW opposition reignites push for mandatory data breach laws

Kicks off second attempt to introduce legislation.
Justin Hendry Jun 21 2019 12:37PM Strategy
Google open sources privacy-preserving analytics tool

Google open sources privacy-preserving analytics tool

Private Join and Compute lets researchers work with sensitive information.
Juha Saarinen Jun 20 2019 9:50AM Security
Privacy watchdog criticises Cathay Pacific over 2018 data breach

Privacy watchdog criticises Cathay Pacific over 2018 data breach

Found to have not followed data protection principles.
Staff Writer Jun 6 2019 11:50PM Security
Apple's Webkit to launch new privacy feature for ad tracking

Apple's Webkit to launch new privacy feature for ad tracking

'Opaque' third parties blocked from measuring clicks.
Sheila Dang and Sayanti Chakraborty May 23 2019 12:58PM Software
San Francisco votes to ban city use of facial recognition technology

San Francisco votes to ban city use of facial recognition technology

Aimed at protecting marginalised groups.
Jeffrey Dastin May 15 2019 12:39PM Security
Facebook rejects co-founder call for breakup

Facebook rejects co-founder call for breakup

While US lawmakers urge antitrust investigation.
Staff Writer May 10 2019 7:00AM Software
Google debuts privacy controls, principles

Google debuts privacy controls, principles

In light of increased public scrutiny.
Paresh Dave May 8 2019 12:57PM Benchmarking Change
Facebook overhauls messaging as it pivots to privacy

Facebook overhauls messaging as it pivots to privacy

Tries to move past a stream of scandals while tapping new revenue sources.
Katie Paul May 1 2019 7:05AM Cloud
Apple boots MDM-abusing parental control apps

Apple boots MDM-abusing parental control apps

Ends "risky and clear violation of App Store policies".
Juha Saarinen Apr 29 2019 3:58PM Security
Smart home tech sexist, sparks security fears for women: study

Smart home tech sexist, sparks security fears for women: study

Fails to deliver on easy living promises.
Matt Johnston Apr 29 2019 2:17PM Software

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